How does this work from home mom thing goes. How do I know this is not a scam. I would love to work from home and make good money for my family. I have a disable son so its really hard for me to find and keep a jobr
Great question! Here are a few things to keep in mind: - if they ask you for money up front, it's probably not something you want to get involved with. It can be an outright scam or you're left with inventory (make-up, jewelry, or whatever you're being asked to sell).
- the company is asking for your bank's information (usually they say they have someone (typically a foreign national) who just needs a US bank account - yours- to hold a large amount of money). If you give your bank info, they clear out your bank account.
- you are asked to call a 1-900 number. You wait on hold and tons of phone charges are racked up (that you now have to pay)
- buying a "lead list" - scammers promise that if you buy the list, you can process forms for doctor's offices/insurance companies/etc. from home. Legit companies don't charge for lists or for you to get "certified".
- craft assembly/stuffing envelopes - items never come Smell a scan? Check with the Better Business Bureau: http://www.bbb.org/losangelessiliconvalley. To learn more, you can check out this link: http://www.consumer.ftc.gov/scam-alerts. It's a list from The Federal Trade Commission & lists the latest scams they're aware of.
Lastly, working from home is not always easy. You still need someone to care for the person at home. I've tried to work while my kids are home & it's pretty tough - someone always needs something! So if you find a great opportunity to work from home, make sure you can keep focused AND have your son cared for; otherwise, you're not being fair to him or yourself.
This can be a tricky one - good luck!!
Hi Georgia, I would love to help you! What are you referring to in your post? Is there a specific job you were looking at?
Do you think you can help me. I do home health part time but its not enough money to pay the bills not enough to cover the grocery bills. I am drowning here. Please help
ARISE uses independent contractors (customer service agents) to provide customer service for major companies. Arise contracts you (as your own business) but you must first incorporate or work under another small business. The only money you spend is for the background check and only if accepted. Your pc, phone and internet line must meet their requirements and you must have an approved headset. You can visit their website for more information about the company and the types of companies they serve. Let me know what you think after you check it out. Click the link below. www.arise.com