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Back to EpisodesSide Hustle Scams: Abe's $2K Loss Warning
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Abe Reiss from Aurora, Ontario, lost $2,000 to a fake movie reviewer scam, highlighting the rise of job scams amid rising living costs. Experts warn of common red flags like unsolicited job offers, high pay for simple tasks, and demands for upfront payment. Canadians lost nearly $50 million to such schemes in 2024, with unemployment driving the issue. Stay safe by sticking to trusted job sites and never paying upfront.
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