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    Mystery shopper scams have increased nationwide where consumers receive cashier's checks and are told to deposit them, then wire back a portion of the funds. However, the cashier's checks bounce a few days later, leaving the consumer responsible for the full amount, typically $2,500-$3,000. The Mississippi BBB warns consumers to disregard letters or ads promising fast cash and keep in return for mystery shopping, as these are usually scams. Legitimate mystery shopping provides customer experience information for retailers and other businesses.

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    Mystery shopper scams have increased nationwide where consumers receive cashier's checks and are told to deposit them, then wire back a portion of the funds. However, the cashier's checks bounce a few days later, leaving the consumer responsible for the full amount, typically $2,500-$3,000. The Mississippi BBB warns consumers to disregard letters or ads promising fast cash and keep in return for mystery shopping, as these are usually scams. Legitimate mystery shopping provides customer experience information for retailers and other businesses.

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    Yazoo Daily Herald Yazoo City, MS Beware of Mystery Shopper Scams

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    12-24-08 39

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    Mystery shopper scams have increased nationwide where consumers receive cashier's checks and are told to deposit them, then wire back a portion of the funds. However, the cashier's checks bounce a few days later, leaving the consumer responsible for the full amount, typically $2,500-$3,000. The Mississippi BBB warns consumers to disregard letters or ads promising fast cash and keep in return for mystery shopping, as these are usually scams. Legitimate mystery shopping provides customer experience information for retailers and other businesses.

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    Mystery shopper scams have increased nationwide where consumers receive cashier's checks and are told to deposit them, then wire back a portion of the funds. However, the cashier's checks bounce a few days later, leaving the consumer responsible for the full amount, typically $2,500-$3,000. The Mississippi BBB warns consumers to disregard letters or ads promising fast cash and keep in return for mystery shopping, as these are usually scams. Legitimate mystery shopping provides customer experience information for retailers and other businesses.

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