I think that it's someone trying to scam me what do you guys think.
2006-07-18 03:39:10 · 10 answers · asked by lostandconfused 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Other - Computers
Lol u got scammed. how unfortunate.
2006-07-18 03:42:28 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Common scam. Don't ship the computer. If you deposit the check the bank will probably tell you it is OK after a couple of days. Do NOT touch the money. Wait at least a full week then check again as you amy now be told that the check was no good. Banks will OK a check quickly but, when it comes time to actually receive the funds, that can take much longer - especially if it is from a foreign bank.
2006-07-18 03:53:09 · answer #2 · answered by smgray99 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Take it to a teller at your bank, it may be legitamite, and you may get your 5000, though you should pay the buyer back the difference. If it is a scam, the checkbook from where it came from may have been stolen. If so, alert the person who's name is on the check, the police, and the buyer. You should always get a photo ID like a drivers licence, or a passport, before accepting a check to make sure the address matches-up.
2006-07-18 03:47:18 · answer #3 · answered by df747jet 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Are they asking you to take $450 and send the balance back to them...or on to someone else? This is VERY typical of scam artists. I would call the bank that the check is written on to see if it is good. Don't count on it.
2006-07-18 03:43:42 · answer #4 · answered by Rich B 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think you're right; try calling the bank and hold the check. If it's not - a thumbs up to you!
Man I wish I had $450 right now
2006-07-18 03:43:36 · answer #5 · answered by I think... 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That's a pretty common scam. Theives overpay for an item and then ask you to forward the balance to someone else. When their check bounces, you're responsible for the $4550 that you just gave to a stranger.
2006-07-18 03:42:54 · answer #6 · answered by Kryzchek 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Put the 5000 in an interest bearing account. Wait and see if the person complains they over paid you or something. Refund the difference. Meanwhile you've earned interest on their 5000.
2006-07-18 03:43:20 · answer #7 · answered by cirestan 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
have u shipped it yet? never ship anything until the money has been posted if u havent call and verify the check first
2006-07-18 03:49:55 · answer #8 · answered by meowbaby7 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
well if you already got the check deposit the money in your account ship the product
2006-07-18 03:43:17 · answer #9 · answered by nuwanusa 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Girl call that bank and see if there is money in it .
2006-07-18 03:42:51 · answer #10 · answered by Hea Dude ! 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋