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CryptoCurrency - CryptoCurrency Scam

I was contacted by Lexor financial to invest in cryptocurrency. They told me I could start training for $250 so I got started but all they did was tell me what to buy and no other info. After several days of this I noticed they were taking commissions on my buys. Then there was a 2week lull in getting calls from them and then I got a call from Lexor telling me they would stop training me due to my lack of interest, but I noticed while I was online with the software they provided that my buys hade generated $ 50973.00 I was instructed by my instructor Anna how to put these funds in a trust wallet then over a month of trying to figure out how to transfer the funds from trust wallet and into my bank account. They told me to use kraken but as I found out kraken does not honor USD.Z which is the crypto they told me to buy. They knew I would have to pay 10% of to total amount of the transfer as a payment for the transfer so that monitor my account and steal my information and go into my wallet and take the money. They used insider trading to steal my money but it was never mine. They need to be stopped before they can do this to others.

Dollars Lost: $1000

FL

Date Reported: December 5, 2025

Business Name Used: Lexorfinancial.IO


Employment - graphicsbitework.com

To do task for a app marketing company to get these apps to top of page. starts with small deposit than when you hit double task you need to take more money out to cover. I hit 3 in a row and they want $3000 form the 900 i just took out. on cash app. They are too helpful and walk you through complicated crypto transfers. The final lure is saying there will be no more bonus tasks once i put in 3000 + dollars i dont have. $101 to 4000 in 3 days. start small with wins $100 in a day. Then they intince you with commison to payoff the cost.

Dollars Lost: $2500

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 5, 2025

Business Name Used: graphicsbitework.com


Online Purchase - https://spiror.coshop

I purchased a tire changer / rim balancer combo from Spiror .co on what looks like a legit website, offered free shipping , a discount , tracking , etc. Price admittedly was too good to be true, looking back , there was no tax figured in....shipping weight of 500lbs. , free ? After 4 days with no updates , I sent company an e-mail , not deliverable , website does not exist... you can find it online if you search tire machine then add spiror to it , its still up and running , you can place your order as i did , but then you cannot reach them. after digging further, the companys provided address is a rundown house in Dearborn Heights M.I. , the provided phone # is to a 7-eleven in Spokane W.A. that just gives a landline fax machine tone after 20 odd rings. This company also claims to sell utility sheds , lawn care equipment etc. i had my bank dispute the charge , add cancel my card, but this scammer has now has my name , address, phone #, and credit card info, though as of this filing , no further charges seem to have been attempted before i cancelled card.

Dollars Lost: $261.03

Dearborn Heights, MI- 48127

Date Reported: December 5, 2025

Business Name Used: spiror


Credit Cards - Spam calls

I get 12 to 15 calls a day from a variety of phone numbers offering personal loans, or debt consolidation. Or settle my taxes with various callback numbers all the same type messages using different contact names as point of contact two calls per hour most days. I’ve answered and pressed nine to be deleted. I’ve tried blocking dozens of the numbers that are calling from but they call from a different number every time. It has filled my voicemail box and every time I empty my voicemail they call and fill it back up. Even with my phone on do not disturb and unknown callers sent straight to voicemail, it still lights up my phone notifies me and create a voicemail. I see AT&T has a service you can pay for as an application to stop it. I don’t feel like I should have to pay to stop a spammer from calling me. The phone numbers they give for me to call back are: 833-487-2724; 833-510-1065, 888-370-9375, 833-588-3806. This has been going on for more than 2 months now. Please help! It’s making my phone voicemail unusable for my family and friends. The more I delete the calls and voicemails the more they call.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 5, 2025

Business Name Used: Financial analyst team taxpayer assistance support


Employment - Amazon Impostor

Hello, this is Rebecca Harris, an Amazon Human Resources Customer Service Representative. We obtained your phone number through partnerships with several human resources platforms. We currently have a Content Promotion Assistant position that would be perfect for you. This is an excellent remote part-time/full-time online job, and we will provide one-on-one mentoring to help you get started quickly. Pay is daily, with daily earnings between $100 and $500, resulting in a monthly salary of approximately $6,300. We offer a 3-day paid trial period, after which you will receive an $800 new employee bonus. If you are 25 years or older and would like to learn more, please feel free to text us: +12139132546

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 5, 2025

Business Name Used: Amazon Impostor


Phishing - Phishing Loan Call from (833) 588-3809

Multiple days in a row calls that alway have a 60,000 loan total. Msg starts with "$1000. If your still looking to finalize your loan request." It goes on to say, "You might remember applying with us in the past for a personal or consolidation loan. At the time we couldn't move forward, but that's changed. Rates have come down and underwriting has opened up, especially for people with lower credit. If this is still something you're looking for, press 1 now or call us back at 833-588-3809. When you call, mention your approval reference if you have one to opt out, simply press 9.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 5, 2025

Business Name Used: Phishing Loan Call from 833 588-3809


Employment - Hire Standard Staffing LLC

This was the email: Hi Sydney, Thanks for taking the time to apply to our Remote Closer position! We just finished reviewing your application and we’d like to move forward with you in the hiring process. The next step is to attend a 15 minute position overview & assessment with a Hiring Manager. I've left instructions below on how to schedule your overview How to schedule: Sydney please use the link below to schedule a time with one of our managers where they will cover the following before having you complete a simple assessment: Your Job Position & Responsibilities Products & Services Compensation Plans & Promotion Structure Schedule here: https://application.hirestandardstaffing.com/l/TQuqGAeq3o If we decide to move forward with you after your scheduled overview and assessment, we will contact you within 1-2 business days to schedule a final Zoom interview. Please let me know if there's any scheduling conflict, otherwise I'll keep an eye out for your booking! Regards, Jay Solis | Assistant Recruiter Hire Standard Staffing Careers P: (561)-788-7833 W: https://hirestandardstaffing.com

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 5, 2025

Business Name Used: Hire Standard Staffing LLC


Phishing - Loan Solicitation - Phishing Scam

The amount of calls asking for personal information is crazy. At least 5-6 times a day

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 5, 2025

Business Name Used: capital loan


Employment - Employment Solicitation Scam

My wife was scheduled for the same position today. I did some research and someone posted about this scam on reddit as well. I had my wife ask for the suite number after seeing this report and they responded with Suite 603. To the original write of this scam report - thank you for reporting. Please try to get your money back. Here's the email my wife received. From: [email protected] This is Ms.Williams the Shift Supervisor here at NYC Consultants. After reviewing your resume management feels that you are a great fit for the Cleaner position. As such management would like to officially invite you to attend our orientation/interview, tomorrow at our Manhattan office: • Time: 1:45 PM • Starting pay: $25.50 Hourly *Available Shifts* • 9 am - 5 pm • 7 am - 3 pm •10 pm - 6 am *Requirements* •Identification or Passport •Proof of address •$59 for a 1-Day Safety, Hospitality training & Fingerprinting Williams K [email protected] wrote: Ok great. Management looks forward to meeting you Friday. •Time: 1:45 PM • Location: 767 Lexington Ave NY, NY 10065 Please be sure to arrive on time, you will be given a grace period of 15 minutes before and after. Should you arrive late, you will need to reschedule. Call the office 347-318-5062 when you arrive Enjoy the rest of your day.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

New York, NY- 10065

Date Reported: December 5, 2025

Business Name Used: NYC Consultants


Advance Fee Loan

I was applying for business funding on lengingtree.com and to begin to get calls from different lenders. A couple of reputable companies contacted me but there offers where not what I was looking for so these companies ended up contacting me later that day so I gave them my business information thinking they had a better offer but the said they would get back to me and never responded and I emailed them back to let them know I fault they were scammers. They still haven’t responded so I called lendingtree to telll them about it and they said they are not even in there system.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Los Angeles, CA- 90066

Date Reported: December 5, 2025

Business Name Used: Lendzi


Employment - Employment Scam

Hi, this is Aria from Amazon Recruiting. We came across your profile and think you could be a great fit for a part-time remote role. The position involves supporting Amazon merchants with product updates to improve visibility. • Flexible hours: 60–90 minutes/day, 4 days a week • Pay: $250–$500 per day (base $1,000 per 4 working days) • Benefits: Free training + 15–20 days paid vacation annually Currently, we have 20 openings. If you’re interested and 25 or older, please text 7134544355 for details

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 5, 2025

Business Name Used: Amazon Recruiting


Counterfeit Product

October 8th u purchased a dress from luluinthesky and paid extra 20$ for fast shipping which said it should be expect in the next 2 days weeks later the dress never arrived then a couple weeks later the dress had arrived and looked nothing like the image i bought i emailed and emailed and i was never given a full understood email or credited back any money and even sent phone of the dress i received vs the dress i bought i have multiple screenshots and emails with the seller

Dollars Lost: $99

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 5, 2025

Business Name Used: Lulu in the Sky


Counterfeit Product

The company is using fake AI images of Christmas garland that appears to be ONE strand of beautiful full 6' Christmas garland and advertises a 90 day full money back guarantee. When the product finally arrives to you from CHINA, it is horrid. A string of pathetic garland looking nothing like the online image. Completely fake. And they are hiding behind the fact that in order to get a refund, you must pay for the return shipping - to CHINA which is just as expensive as the garland costs in the first place. I put up a post about it online and am amazed at the number of people that have commented or emailed me to tell me that they also got ripped off by this company.

Dollars Lost: $60

Beverly Hills, CA- 90212

Date Reported: December 5, 2025

Business Name Used: Kringle Heaven


Online Purchase - Online Retail Scam

Purchased through online website that had all the company information. Bought 3 items the tracking number worked for a day then the website could not locate the shipment emailed the company on the provided email with no response for 3 days.

Dollars Lost: $30.47

Dallas, TX

Date Reported: December 5, 2025

Business Name Used: Online Retail Scam


Online Purchase - Online Rewards Redemption Scam

I am filing a complaint against the Benjamin app because they are refusing to let me withdraw my earned rewards. The company promised that withdrawals would reopen on December 3, 2025 after months of being paused. However, every time I try to withdraw my balance, the app blocks me with the message: “Lots of activity right now, try again later.” This happens no matter what time of day I try. I currently have $92.12 that I earned through the app by watching ads and completing activities. This is my earned balance, yet they are preventing me from accessing it. Benjamin already created a long delay by freezing withdrawals for months, and now that the freeze is supposedly over, they are still not allowing users to withdraw. This feels deceptive and unfair. The company is not honoring the service it promised access to my earned funds. I am requesting that Benjamin immediately release my $92.12 and fix their withdrawal system so users are not blocked from cashing out.

Dollars Lost: $92.12

New York City, NY

Date Reported: December 5, 2025

Business Name Used: Benjamin Capital Partners Inc.


Online Purchase - Unauthorized Charges

Made a purchase for 39 dollars on their site & later that day my credit card was compromised & they tried to charge 379 dollars

Dollars Lost: $379

Sheridan, WY- 82801

Date Reported: December 5, 2025

Business Name Used: Outdoorissimo


Employment - Employment Solicitation - Phishing Scam

I was contacted in regards to being hired on for a remote job under the name Nexxen. They’ve been texting me every day for a week now wishing me a good day. I finally responded and asked to have a phone call. They called from this number (different) +1 (605) 974-3346. Right now they are trying to get me to set up an account at https://8illusion.com/#/register With an invitation code: WYV3RC I’ve read that from there they try to get you to set up a digital wallet. I will not be creating an account, I just asked for them to email me so I could forward their email to you. They now have my email address though. They sent me a screen shot of a document I’ll share with you.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

New York, NY- 10036

Date Reported: December 5, 2025

Business Name Used: Nexxen


Counterfeit Product

Dominic said he would place Cameras in my home and monitor all events that people are going into my home and stealing from me and poisoning me and taking my clothes, shirts, underwear, socks, towels, wash cloths, and Sports cards and valuable paintings and safety deposit boxes keys. Paid him on the 26Th of November 2025 @14:00 pm and today is December 5Th 2025 and I haven’t heard from him since I paid him???? He came over to my home walked around on November 26th 2025 and said he would be back the next day to put up the cameras?? Since he came into my home I’ve been broken into 5 times??? With a lot of stuff and money stolen from me.also I went to his office on the 4th of December and come to find out he moved out?? And we never signed a contract or agreement.

Dollars Lost: $500

Ottawa, ON-

Date Reported: December 5, 2025

Business Name Used: Vandrake Private Investigator


Counterfeit Product

I purchased what was supposed to be an advent calendar of Buffalo Trace bourbon samples from Purelineshoponlineship.com for a Christmas gift on November 13, 2025. The checkout total, including shipping was $43.98 but when PayPal confirmed the purchase the charge was $65.97. I immediately went to PayPal to dispute the charge but they wouldn't until I reached out to the vendor. I sent them an e-mail that very day and was told it was a 'processing fee', which was never disclosed. They also said they don't charge for shipping and I was charged for that on their website. After waiting three weeks to receive my item it was delivered today. I opened the box only to find 24 miniature plastic pictures of Buffalo Trace bottles, not actual sample bottles of the bourbon. I'm beyond livid and have disputed with both the vendor and PayPal but likely won't receive a refund before I need to buy this Christmas gift, AGAIN.

Dollars Lost: $65.97

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 5, 2025

Business Name Used: Purelineshoponline.com


Online Purchase - Online Book Publishing Scam

I searched online for a publishing company for my book and found Instant Book Publishers online. Upon viewing the website, a chat box popped open and I was connected with an agent by the name of Jeff Anderson. He gave me information via the chat and then he asked to call me for more details. I gave him my number to call and he called using the number 1 914-775-8699. We spoke on the phone about further publishing services and project details. I proceeded to agree with the services that were promised and he sent me a link through the chat to make my payment. I completed my payment, and he scheduled a call for me to speak with my project manager assigned to my book (12/5/25 @ 12pm CST). I never received a phone call, so I called Jeff back asking for answers. He stated that the project manager was in a meeting and couldn't make the call. I then rescheduled a call via Jeff for Monday (12/8/25) for the project manager to reach out to me. I requested a confirmation email from Jeff to show that the meeting was schedule but never received it. Shortly after ending that call with Jeff, my project manager, Joe Brendon, called me using the phone number 1 914-505-9257. He didn't acknowledge that he was calling almost 3 hours later than my promised call time, but apologized when I brought it up. I began getting suspicious and asking more questions after noticing that he, Joe, sounded a lot like Jeff. I asked the names of the individuals who would be on my project team. He stated that Frank would be the editor, Jimmy would be the Proofreader, and Emily would be the designer. I then requested that he email me a confirmation email with all the individuals CC'd on the email with the next call time on Monday. This took him several minutes (5-10) to compose. I noticed that his email included his first and last name, but none of the other individuals had last names on their emails. This made me more skeptical, so I began researching more. I requested that Joe send me an email, confirming all the services and guarantees that Jeff had sent me via the chat initially. He complied but the services and guarantees did not match up, so I mentioned that. He didn't explain well why they didn't match but just kept promising that everything would be fine and they had the individuals to get the job done right. At this point, I had done more digging on the company. I checked with the BBB for their company name and nothing popped up even though their website claimed to be accredited through the BBB. I googled the address and only found that it was literally located on the street and not an actual building claiming the company existed. I checked their social media links. FB wouldn't load. Pinterest, Instagram, and LinkedIn all had the same photos/posts with only 1-2 people following and little to no engagement noted, and the Youtube link didn't even open anything (not even Youtube). This was enough information for me to realize that this was a scam/fraud and that I needed to get a refund, if possible. When I asked Joe for a refund because I was not 100% satisfied with the customer services and promises at this time, he tried to persuade me otherwise, telling me he would "do something for me". I refused and demanded a refund. He argued back and forth with me and even claimed that my "$299" was nothing to them because they deal with so many payments a day. I stated that he was being rude and unprofessional and demanded my money back again and again. He stated he would put in a request for the refund but that I would have to wait for someone to call me back to confirm why I wanted a refund. I demanded that my money be refunded immediately or that I would report his company. Then I mentioned all the things I had discovered about his company being not authentic and a scam. His response was defensive, and he had no answer as to why the company was not discoverable on the BBB. He also tried to blame me by saying, 'then why did you use our company if you knew all this?'. I again stated that I wanted my refund immediately or that I would be reporting his company and calling my bank to dispute the charge. He made more excuses and complained about me being impatient and ridiculous while talking over me. I stated I would be reporting him and calling my bank and then proceeded to hangup the phone. Total phone time was 43minutes and 50seconds with this individual. Website: https://instantbookpublishers.com/lp/publishing-lp/ Other Website (from LinkedIn link): https://instantbookpublishers.co.uk/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/instantbookpublishersus Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/instantbookpublishersus/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/instant-book-publishers

Dollars Lost: $299

New Rochelle, NY- 10801

Date Reported: December 5, 2025

Business Name Used: Instant Book Publishers


Advance Fee Loan - Catherine with loan underwriting

I receive multiple calls a day from spoofed numbers (including, but not limited to, 951-725-2586, 440-369-2088, 570-852-5436, and 507-906-8940) always with the following transcript, “Hi this Catherine with loan underwriting. I'm calling about your previous loan request. I have also tried to connect with you for the past few days several times. Your file shows nearly approved for $60,000. If you are still looking to finalize your loan request, please press one to speak with underwriting or call 833-588-3809 and ask to speak about your offer. You might remember applying with us in the past for a personal or consolidation loan, at the time we couldn't move forward but that's changed. Rates have come down and underwriting has opened up especially for people with lower credit. If this is still something you’re looking for, press one now or call us back at 833-588-3809. When you call, mention your approval reference if you have one. To opt out simply press 9.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 5, 2025

Business Name Used: Unknown


Investment

FIRST THEY CONTACT YOU BY TEXT ASKING YOU IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN A REMOTE JOB. JUST DOING THE TRAINING THEY PAY YOU LIKE 70.00 OR SO. THAT IS HOW THEY EARN YOUR TRUST. THE SECOND DAY YOU INVEST 100.00 AND THEY GIVE YOU A BONUS OF 15.00 PLUS EARN COMMISSION SO YOU GET ABOUT 130.00 AFTER YOU ARE DONE FOR THAT DAY. COME BACK 3RD DAY U INVEST 100.00 PLUS 15.00 BONUS YOU HIT FOR ANOTHER BONUS WHICH MAKES YOUR ACCOUNT GO NEGATIVE. YOU HAVE TO MAKE YOU ACCOUNT POSITIVE BEFORE THEY WILL LET YOU FINISH YOUR JOB. SO U ADD MORE MONEY AND THEY DOUBLE YOUR COMMISSION SO YOU THINK MAN THIS IS LEGIT. 4DAY THEY TELL YOU THAT U ARE GETTING A EXTRA 900.00 FOR WORKING WITH THEM. YOU START YOUR TASK FOR THE DAY AND YOU ARE CLICKING AWAY THINKING MAN IM MAKING ALL THIS MONEY AND THEN GUESS WHAT YOU HIT A BONUS WHICH MAKES YOUR ACCOUNT NEGATIVE AROUND 600.00 SO U HAVE TO ADD FUNDS BACK INTO YOUR ACCOUNT BEFORE U CAN FINISH THE JOB TO MAKE IT POSITIVE. WELL IM CLICKING AWAY ABOUT DONE FOR THE DAY AND GUESS WHAT I GOT ANOTHER BONUS AND NOW IM NEGATIVE ANOTHER 1,265 SO NOW IM COMPLETELY BROKE CAUSE THEY KEEP TELLING YOU TO PUT MONEY IN CAUSE U ARE DOUBLING YOUR COMMISSION AND YOU CAN'T FINISH THE JOB UNTIL YOUR ACCOUNT IS POSITIVE WHICH NEVER HAPPENS. SO THEY WILL GET YOU FOR AT LEAST 600-2400 IF YOU ARE SMART ENOUGH TO QUIT. THEY MAKE IT SOUND TO GOOD TO BE TRUE AND ITS THE BIGGEST SCAM FRAUD OUT THERE.

Dollars Lost: $650

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 5, 2025

Business Name Used: CMLTEAMEDC


Advance Fee Loan - Loan Underwriting Fake Loan Application Vishing and Identity Theft Scam

Calling as Catherine Wells From loan underwriting, to opt out press 9. they say they are revisiting a loan I applied for and that I am now approved for 68,000 or more. they use various numbers such as 920-787-8117, 430-837-4799 among other number that I have lost track of. They call after 5 and today was the first time they called during the day.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 5, 2025

Business Name Used: Loan Underwriting Fake Loan Application Vishing and Identity Theft Scam


Phishing - YouTube Employment

Hello! I’m Gianna, a YouTube customer service representative. We’re recruiting a group of part-time staff! ?? High-paying position: YouTube Optimization Specialist ? Flexible working hours | ?? Remote work ? Daily pay: USD 200–600 ? Monthly pay: USD 6,000–10,000 + daily pay (paid instantly) ? Long-term position, part-time or full-time available ? Help increase the exposure and views of YouTube users’ videos Two-day paid trial period. After the trial ends, you can receive USD 688! For more information, please send an iMessage to this number:15713078383 Wish you a pleasant day, and I look forward to your reply.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 5, 2025

Business Name Used: Amazon


Online Purchase - Burn Peak

Product was recieved, started using it. Doctor informed me not to use. Wrote support for refund, didnt hear back from them. Then couldn't figured out why I had gone through 2 bottles when I was taking the correct amount of 2 a day like bottle said. Also lists 60 caps in bottle. So decided to open and check. There is only 30 caps in bottle. I called customer service again and they stated that the bottles was miss labeled and was only suppose to take 1 a day. Not what bottle says and when I asked my personal coach he had told me that they usually start out with taking 1 a day and work up to 2 a day. Not what bottle says. Tried going into my coaching app to ask him questions and app says my account can not be found. I just want my money back and others to be aware of the scam

Dollars Lost: $294

CO

Date Reported: December 5, 2025

Business Name Used: Burn Peak


Other - Melanie Johnson

Three different people Melanie Johnson from Facebook Market Place and said owner Jane Olivor texting to me and a man that didn't identify himself from New York called me trying to get people to put down a security deposit on a his rental before they even get to see the property saying that it fully refundable. They say once you put the security deposit down then they will schedule a showing. This is the text that they sent me trying to get me to do this. "What do you mean?No, I'm not confirming anything. I Just got off the phone with a friend that is a agent and your not the owner of said property. Who told this lie?A agent that looked on the county records of ownership for said property. I told you before that I bought this property a few days ago and advertised it for rent.Also why would you want me to give you a security deposit on property that I haven't even seen in person?To finalize your house booking, the security deposit must be completed. Since I receive multiple inquiries, submitting the deposit guarantees that the unit will be reserved for you. If you visit the property and decide it’s not the right fit, your deposit will be fully refunded.How much is the deposit then?In our society, security deposits are usually taken from $1000. Since you will be confirming the property by paying the security deposit online, I will allocate it to you for only $500, giving you a 50% discount.Many more people are inquiring about renting my property. I am responding to them so I cannot take your call right now. However, if you confirm the property by paying a security deposit, we will talk on the call and be able to schedule a time to meet in person.Do you have Chime?What's wrong with you not answering?Are you afraid to pay a $500 security deposit? You can put down a little less and then pay the full security when we meet in person.What happened? Answer me.Are you really interested in my property, yes or no? I don't need to put a security deposit because I haven't seen the property yet. To finalize your house booking, the security deposit must be completed. Since I receive multiple inquiries, submitting the deposit guarantees that the unit will be reserved for you. If you visit the property and decide it’s not the right fit, your deposit will be fully refunded.Do you have a chime?No, that's not how it works. I've already talked to two of friends that are realtors and they say this whole thing is not right. No one puts a security deposit down before getting to view the property and no one uses Chime for any transactions.Don't worry, if you don't like my property after personally inspecting it, all your expenses will be refunded.No, that is not how it works I have received multiple inquiries due to the demand for answers and all are asking me for permission to personally inspect my property.It's very difficult for me to meet everyone in person and show them around the property.However, if you confirm the booking of the property by making a small advance, I will hold it for you and we will meet in person today and hand over the keys to my property to you."

Dollars Lost: $0.0

NY

Date Reported: December 5, 2025

Business Name Used: Melanie Johnson


Counterfeit Product - ACYRIL/ SHEREM

I ordered 4 christmas ornaments, which were advertised as 3D animals in an acorn, pictures on the site showed them as fairly large. What I got was 4 pieces of plastic, about 3 1/2" with a picture of the animal on it. I immediately emailed and asked what to do for a refund. The package had this address on their shipping label: SHIPPING DEPT 2407 W NORTH AVE, MELROSE PARK, IL 60160 There is absolutely nothing like what was advertised or shown. The response to my email was: * Dear customer, We are glad you got the item but sincerely sorry for the problem. According to our Return & Exchange Policy, we accept returns and exchanges within 30 days from the date of package reception and if the products are in new, unused condition with the original packaging. If you want to send the order back for exchange or refund, the return shipping fee needs to be afforded by yourself. Considering the high shipping fee to return it all the way back to our warehouse (about return shipping fee is $50-$80), will it be possible to offer a $8.00 refund to you as a way to make up for this? If you insist on returning back, please send it to the following address: Address: No.7, Songgang Tianyang 2nd Road ,1st floor, Songgang Subdistrict, Baoan District, Shenzhen, Guangdong Province, China Zip code: 518105 Contact: SIbei Xiao Phone No.:13692256065 Please put order No. with specifications within the package back to us. And please offer us the tracking NO. of the parcel after you send it back, after we can get the items back, we will arrange the refund to your account as soon as possible. Have a nice day! ************************************************************************************************ Their refund policy doesn't mention returning items to China. It doesn't have anything on it about China. I asked why it could not be returned to Melrose Park Illinois, as that is where it was shipped from to me, but never received an answer, just a repeat answer of the same, but offering $15. I called the support number on the Sherum site, talked to them about the same issue. They just repeated this same rhetoric. I told them I was going to report their business. Then I received another email today, from [email protected] with the same thing, as well as a phone call! The person said the same thing again. I ordered these because my 89-year-old mother saw the 3D pictures and wanted me to order them for her. She paid me the money, which is a lot for her, and I order them. And here we are...I can't get them to refund the money for the dollar pieces of plastic they scammed from us. I've attached pictures from their site as well as pictures of what I actually got. I don't want to pay and lose another $20-$30 to get these pieces of plastic back to China in the hopes that they might actually refund the $86.97.

Dollars Lost: $86.97

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 5, 2025

Business Name Used: ACYRIL/ SHEREM


Online Purchase - Marayen

I came across an add for clothing from a website called Marayen. The ad said shipped in 2 days, made in the USA, shipping from Texas. That was over a month ago. I followed the tracking number provided. It supposedly was shipping from China not Texas. I immediately demanded a cancellation and refund. They said it was too late. Eventually their tracking showed “delivered 11/29” however it was only the 28th when it said this. I’ve been going back and forth with them now for weeks. They offered to resend the merchandise expedited shipping. I declined. They offered 60% refund since their tracking says delivered. I declined. The latest offer is 90% refund since their tracking says delivered. I declined. I do not believe they will follow through with any refund. I finally after spending hours researching found information that shows the whole tracking process is a scam. The company has multiple complaints.

Dollars Lost: $47.89

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 5, 2025

Business Name Used: Marayen


Debt Collections - Debt Collections Scam

I received calls on consecutive days from the number above and from 877-629-2013! I looked up the website address and tried calling the number there 20 different times and only get a busy signal! I have since blocked the number and reported it as junk! “This is Caroline regarding an urgent personal business matter Our office has made several calls and we really really need to hear back from you today Please call if you prefer self serve options are secure mobile family site you can get settled up on www.unityreceivables.com You can also chat with an agent here if we don't hear back from you we can't help you and maybe forced to take further action and skip tracing in your county to get this resolved Please do the right thing and get it handled. Call me back.…”

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 5, 2025

Business Name Used: Unity Receivables


Employment - Phishing - Employment Solicitation Scam - Amazon Impostor

I received this Hello, this is Rebecca Harris, an Amazon Human Resources Customer Service Representative. We obtained your phone number through partnerships with several human resources platforms. We currently have a Content Promotion Assistant position that would be perfect for you. This is an excellent remote part-time/full-time online job, and we will provide one-on-one mentoring to help you get started quickly. Pay is daily, with daily earnings between $100 and $500, resulting in a monthly salary of approximately $6,300. We offer a 3-day paid trial period, after which you will receive an $800 new employee bonus. If you are 25 years or older and would like to learn more, please feel free to text us: +12139132546

Dollars Lost: $0.0

NY

Date Reported: December 5, 2025

Business Name Used: N/A


Online Purchase - Subscription Scam

i purchased a 30 day subcription from LaviCheats when they did not deleiver the product i asked for a refund they denied me i told them i was going to dispute them with my bank they told me i was threatening them and they banned me with zero acsess to my account or subscriptions

Dollars Lost: $89

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 5, 2025

Business Name Used: laviCheats.com


Online Purchase - Delivery

Advertising a electric scooter for $39.99. My friend ordered it on her Capitol One credit card on Aug. 27, 2025. They said it was delivered in Sept. To her address but it was not. There was no notification of delivery. I only found out when i emailed them to get a tracking number and thats when they said it was delivered. I responded in another email that it was lost because we never received it and the tracking number they gave could not be found on UPS or USPS or FedEx systems. They offered (in another email) to resend it. I responded with another email that she wanted a refund of the $64.56. They said it would be investigated and that it would be completed in7-10 working days. So i waited the 10 days and nothing. In the meantime walmart.com had put someone else's charge on that cc so she received a new cc. But now i just sent another email telling them that its over the 10 working days, 17 working days to be exact. And that i want that refund now. I also told them that we now have a new cc so they would not be able to put it back on the cc used and that they needed to send a cashier check or money order to her address. In all there have been 7 emails from them and 9 email from my friend to them. And i just found the original order with the business name...Seel.

Dollars Lost: $64.56

San Francisco, CA- 94111

Date Reported: December 5, 2025

Business Name Used: Seel


Investment

******* ***** Subject: Request for Chargeback / Fraud Investigation & Formal Complaint Against Legend Trading (Legend Traders) Dear Sir or Madam, I am submitting this letter to formally dispute a transaction charged by Legend Trading Prop Firm (also known as Legend Traders / TradeAvaid) and to file an official complaint regarding deceptive, misleading, and harmful business practices that resulted in the loss of a legitimately profitable trading account. 1. Summary of the Incident I had several trading accounts with Legend Trading Prop Firm. One of these accounts recently held over $6,000 in verified trading profits, and according to their own system, I was three days away from being eligible for a payout. On the date of the incident, I logged into the platform and discovered that the profitable account had disappeared. When I contacted the company to resolve the issue, I was told that: - My account was “permanently shut down” - They could not restore the account - They applied a reset to this profitable account - They claimed I requested the reset — which is false This is factually incorrect and contradictory to my written instructions. 2. I Requested a Reset on a Different Account — NOT the Profitable One I paid the company approximately $500 for an account reset. I specifically instructed them to reset an account ending with “00,” which was an account that had already been blown and needed reset. Instead, the company applied the reset to the wrong account — the one with over $6,000 in profit — effectively deleting it and erasing my upcoming payout eligibility. I did not authorize a reset on my profitable account. The platform interface is designed in such a confusing manner that: - It prompts users to reset the wrong account - It does not clearly warn the user - It allows resets to be applied incorrectly - It lacks any confirmation safeguards - It misidentifies accounts, leading to irreversible financial loss This behavior demonstrates systemic design negligence or intentional deceptive practice. 3. Deceptive and Unlawful Platform Design Throughout my experience, Legend Trading’s platform repeatedly exhibited behavior consistent with consumer deception, including: ? Misleading reset interface The website’s reset page: - Does NOT clearly display which account is being reset - Automatically pre-selects the wrong account - Encourages users to complete resets without proper warnings - Makes it appear that the user caused the mistake ? No confirmation protections No: - Double-verification - Confirmation email - Warning that a profitable account might be deleted - Account selection verification screen - “Are you sure” prompt ? Unlawful liquidation policy If a trader accidentally holds a position past 5 p.m., the platform permanently deletes the account rather than flattening positions like professional firms do. This results in: - Loss of all profits - Loss of the evaluation - Loss of the account itself - No payout - No ability to continue This policy appears structured to avoid paying traders, especially those near payout thresholds. 4. Evidence That This is a Pattern of Misconduct Legend Trading has a reputation for: - Deleting profitable accounts - Avoiding legitimate payouts - Resetting the wrong accounts - Misleading interface design - Arbitrary liquidations at 5 p.m. - Providing confusing user prompts - Denying responsibility for platform malfunctions My case aligns with this broader pattern of misconduct. 5. Financial Impact As a result: - I lost over $6,000 in legitimate profits - I was three days away from payout eligibility - I paid $500 for a reset that was misapplied - I lost the ability to continue the account - I lost the ability to receive a payout I rightfully earned 6. Requested Outcome To the Credit Card Company: - A chargeback for the reset fee and all fees associated with the damaged account - Consideration of this business as high-risk or fraudulent To the BBB: - Acceptance of this complaint - A full investigation into deceptive website design, payout avoidance, account deletion practices, misleading marketing, and punitive liquidation rules I am prepared to provide screenshots, account numbers, chat logs, and any supporting documentation. 7. Closing Statement This incident was not a user mistake. It resulted from a misleading, poorly designed, and potentially intentionally deceptive platform. I followed all instructions, provided the correct account number, and requested the reset on the correct account. Instead, the company: - Erased a profitable account - Removed my payout - Refused to restore it - Refused accountability This is unacceptable and warrants full dispute processing and regulatory action. Thank you for your time and assistance. Sincerely, ******* *****

Dollars Lost: $6000

CA

Date Reported: December 5, 2025

Business Name Used: thelegendstrading.com


Other - Grace Reed

I have received the following voicemail on my phone for another member of my family two days in a row: 1st call - Hello, this message is for __________. This is Grace Reed Private Courier. I'm contacting you today in regards to sealed legal documents that I hafve on my schedule to deliver to you tomorrow. I will be making attempts to deliver the documents at your residence as well as your place of employment. If you won't be available to find tomorrow and need to reschedule or have any questions as what the documents pertain to, you can contact the filing office directly at 888-481-0896 and if you call in, reference your file number _____. I will see you this tomorrow. 2nd call - Hello, this message is for __________. This is Grace Reed Private Courier. I left you a voicemail yesterday in regards to sealed documents that I am scheduled to deliver you this afternoon as I did not hear anything from the filing office as far as a change in schedule or a stop order being placed on the documents. This is just a reminder, I will be out this afternoon to get those to you. Once again if you have any questions or concerns, you can contact the filing office directly at 888-481-0896 and if you call in, reference your file number _____. I will see you this afternoon.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 5, 2025

Business Name Used: Grace Reed Private Courier


Employment - Amazon / impostor / Amazon Recruiting

Hi, this is Grace from Amazon Recruiting. We came across your profile and think you could be a great fit for a part-time remote role. The position involves supporting Amazon merchangts with product updates to improve visibility. Flexible hours: 60-90 minutes/day, 4 days a week. Pay: $250-$500 per day (base $1,000 per 4 working days). Benefits: Free training + 15-20 days paid vacation annually. Currently, we have 20 openings. Of you're interested and 25 or older, please text 2679797961 for details.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 5, 2025

Business Name Used: Amazon / impostor / Amazon Recruiting


Advance Fee Loan - Telephone calls / texts about a loan that was not applied for

They said I applied for a personal loan which I didn’t. I get several calls and text a day

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 5, 2025

Business Name Used: Loan underwriting


Debt Collections

Performed work at construction site to install wiring and enclosures for internet. Deposited payment which was reversed 4 days later bybthe company that initially paid.

Dollars Lost: $2140.4

Nepean, ON- K2E 8A7

Date Reported: December 5, 2025

Business Name Used: Serco Realty Holdings Inc


Online Purchase

I purchased a 3 day trial for $4.49 and was charged an additional $19.99 and $15.99 for a membership I did not want.

Dollars Lost: $38.47

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 5, 2025

Business Name Used: My Passion Media Inc. or HW FANTASY LIMITED


Online Purchase - https://www.ttrugreen.com/

I ordered from https://www.ttrugreen.com/ on Nov 5th. After placing order on website, I clicked to check order status and received a message that no order was placed. Later, I received an email with an order number but the email did list the company name nor did it list the cost of transaction. Only the first name of a person was listed. Per review of bank records, another business name was listed for the transaction. It did not include the name of the business. A few days later after order was placed, I received a tracking number. For the past 3 weeks, I have been tracking item, however, it provided not much info. Finally on Dec 3rd, I see that the status is changed to deliver but I never received package. I attempted to email company but the email listed on the website is not valid.

Dollars Lost: $35

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 4, 2025

Business Name Used: TTRUGREEN


Online Purchase - advent calendar

Purchased 2026 Squishmallows 24-Day Micromallows Holiday Plush Advent Calendar.

Dollars Lost: $30.98

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 4, 2025

Business Name Used: Sidzlgcert


Online Purchase - Car Parts

I searched 2011 Toyota Camry right front door green. An ad offered a form for entering my contact which I submitted. I received a call and was told they would provide the door delivered for 300. They asked whether I need any other parts. I do, Hood, front clip, fender inner fender, headlight. They offered all for 625 delivered. I protested that is not eniugh. I was assured it is. I paid the 625 which did not go through because the card had insufficient funds. I transferred funds and informed him to attempt again. He chose to wait until the next day, then processed. Now I can't get an answer. I will also inform my card company.

Dollars Lost: $625

Memphis, TN

Date Reported: December 4, 2025

Business Name Used: N/A


Employment - Employment

We work for an international app promotion company (Rakuten). App developers publish their apps on Rakuten's work platform. Our role is to help them optimize their app's data traffic, ranking visibility, and exposure to attract more users to download and use their apps. The company provides a work platform URL. It aggregates all the developer apps we collaborate with, such as LINE, YouTube, TikTok, Soul, and other brands.We register a work account and complete our tasks daily through this platform. It features an ASO system to assist our work. Each day, we need to complete 2-3 sets of app ratings on the platform. For each app optimized, we earn a corresponding commission. The company's working hours are from 11:00 AM to 10:59 PM EST. We can work anytime within this window, requiring only 1-2 hours daily to complete tasks. We work for an international app promotion company (Rakuten). App developers publish their apps on Rakuten's work platform. Our role is to help them optimize their app's data traffic, ranking visibility, and exposure to attract more users to download and use their apps. Our wages are based on a combination of base salary and commission. The base salary is paid in four installments each month. 1: Base Salary Complete 2 sets of tasks each day for 2 consecutive days to earn a base salary of $50 Complete 2 sets of tasks each day for 3 consecutive days to earn a salary of $800 Complete 2 sets of tasks each day for 15 consecutive days to earn a salary of $1,500 Complete 2 sets of tasks each day for 30 consecutive days to earn a salary of $3,800 Therefore, the monthly salary is $6,150, which is a fixed salary. 2: Daily Commission You can complete 2-3 sets of optimization tasks every day and withdraw the commission you earn on the same day. Our daily work involves completing 2-3 sets of tasks each day, with each set containing 40 tasks. We need to complete at least 2 sets of tasks in a single day to count as a day's work. You must complete at least 2 sets of tasks daily to withdraw all funds.

Dollars Lost: $2500

SC

Date Reported: December 4, 2025

Business Name Used: Rakuten remote


Online Purchase - Wonders-gorgeous.com

I purchased a Dolly Parton “elf on the shelf” on September 9th from the website using PayPal. The charge is listed as coming from AOSGIRLSHOP. I received tracking information indicating that the package was in transit until October 9th, when it appeared to be held up in Alaska with no further movement. I contacted Customer Support and was told a new item would be sent. I have still received no new item and when I contacted again for an update I was told “I understand the mood” and advised that they were expediting shipping and that it would take a day or 2 for an update. I have contacted again requesting a refund but it seems to be a scam.

Dollars Lost: $33.25

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 4, 2025

Business Name Used: Wonders-gorgeous.com


Phishing - phishing

Claimed to be a representative of Prime Home Buyers a company in southwest Virginia, but the caller's phone number is from Florida.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

FL

Date Reported: December 4, 2025

Business Name Used: Prime Home Buyers


Employment - Kelly Services Imposter Employment Smishing and Identity Theft Scam

Hi, I'm a recruiter at Kelly Services (US) , my name is Lesley. Your background and resume have been recommended by multiple online recruitment agencies. Therefore, we would like to offer you a great remote online part-time job to help update app store data, increase app views and downloads, and provide you with free training. Flexible part-time and full-time work, allowing you to work 60 to 90 minutes a day, 4 days a week, and earn extra income on weekends. You can work anytime and anywhere according to your schedule and earn $250 to $500 a day. The basic salary is $1,000 per 4 days of work. Paid annual leave: In addition to maternity leave, paternity leave and other statutory holidays, ordinary employees also enjoy 15-20 days of paid annual leave. The company currently has 50 vacancies, if you want to join us, please send a text message to 2025007617 for more information (Note: You must be at least 25 years old)

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 4, 2025

Business Name Used: Kelly Services Imposter Employment Smishing and Identity Theft Scam


Employment - Employment Scam

Received this text: Hello, this is Rebecca Harris, an Amazon Human Resources Customer Service Representative. We obtained your phone number through partnerships with several human resources platforms. We currently have a Content Promotion Assistant position that would be perfect for you. This is an excellent remote part-time/full-time online job, and we will provide one-on-one mentoring to help you get started quickly. Pay is daily, with daily earnings between $100 and $500, resulting in a monthly salary of approximately $6,300. We offer a 3-day paid trial period, after which you will receive an $800 new employee bonus. If you are 25 years or older and would like to learn more, please feel free to text us: +12138559039

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 4, 2025

Business Name Used: Amazon Human Resources


Online Purchase - Marayen

Ordered shirts that said to be delivered in 3-4 days. Over 6 weeks later, they said package was delivered, not their fault. Back and forth with emails demanding my refund and NOTHING. They completely ghosted me. Scammers!

Dollars Lost: $30

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 4, 2025

Business Name Used: Marayen


Advance Fee Loan - Loan Solicitation - Phishing Scam

I keep getting multiple calls a day from all different numbers leaving the same exact voicemail saying that "my loan has been approved" and I never answer the calls, but it is getting really annoying as it is like 5+ calls a day.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 4, 2025

Business Name Used: N/A


Phishing

Was exact same scenario as I just read from man's report. I'm not even sure I remember how I was first contacted or saw advertisement (was phishing on text msg or add in an email). No, was asked for initial investment to find out HOW to make $ online like the young people shown in advertisement I believe was appx $75 along with providing email and phone number information. Was contacted by email to return call to see if I was a good fit for Program. Talked to 3 different people through approval peoscess to check if personal needs, character and determination would work well within thier training process. Once accepted had to invest another $7500 for traini ng and blueprint of setting up Drop Shipping Business. After providing credit card information had me sign and initial contract that had a 3 day grace period to cancel if chose to (told Lynn Nolte I was computer illiterate so didn't think i had skills to run such a business, assured me I would receive all training needed, walked through using computer by one of thier trainers, each having specific expertise. Also told her 3 days wasn't enough time for me to check into contract.) She immediately set up appointments with 2 other gentlemen from company to start my training. They did contact me at appointed time for training, first thing set up was a remote access program "Chrome Remote Desktop" to my computer so they could help my learn how to run my own business. They required me to have at least 3 or 4 credit cards to have access to set up funds should I need it. That's when I even called Lynn with apprehensions and concerns of this being scam because I provided them with detailed financial information (how stupid of me! I knew better!). Trainer called me right away, saying that Lynn contacted him about some misconceptions to assure me wasn't scam and I still felt comfortable going forward. Later also put in stipulations about how many times I needed to update website and provide discount ads. had to initial that agreement which said if I didn't check website 3 times week they could find me in violation of agreement. This is where I started to feel hair on back of head stand and tell me "This is BAD / WRONG." But being embarrassed I didn't act right away. Still continued to disreguard Security Alerts ?? from LifeLock and Banks because I DID apply and was approved of new Credit Cards.

Dollars Lost: $10000

Seattle, WA

Date Reported: December 4, 2025

Business Name Used: Gemtech


Advance Fee Loan

Multiple calls a day for weeks from random numbers about my "nearly approved loan for $60,000" and I should call 833-588-3809.

Dollars Lost: $0.0

Unknown Location

Date Reported: December 4, 2025

Business Name Used: None


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