I received a check in the mail and it appears to be real but I don't want to cash it if it is a scam. A letter with the check says that is part of a grant that I have won. And the check that is enclosed is to cover legal fees. But they want me to cash it then send a portion of it to an agent who will then release the remainder of the funds which will be delivered within 5 business days via courier.
2007-12-11 14:21:01 · 5 answers · asked by janice s 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Personal Finance
Do you have a paper shredder? Drop it in !!!
Never pay money to get a prize, grant etc... If you won it they should be happy to bring it to your door personally and with cameras!
2007-12-11 14:36:27 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's one of the biggest scams going. Maybe you should turn it over to law enforcement. They may be able to track who's running the scam and put a stop to it.
2007-12-11 22:43:06 · answer #2 · answered by happyjack 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
This complete scam reprt to the police and better business bureu,
2007-12-11 23:07:38 · answer #3 · answered by Grand pa 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Common scam. Use it for kindling.
2007-12-11 23:03:13 · answer #4 · answered by Landlord 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
110% scam. Tear it up and dispose of it.
2007-12-11 22:23:53 · answer #5 · answered by acermill 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋