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Employment - Equipment Purchasing Scam Reports & Reviews (125)

- Hamlin, NY, USA • Apr 15, 2024

They said that they were going to send me a check for my work equipment and that check will arrive today. I do not engage in criminal activities, nor will I do this now. They sent an employment offer letter which looks legit but never asked for identification, no resume, no direct deposit forms or anything. It looks like they have several addresses for different things. So if this is a scam, I need to know now. Thank you!

- Brooklyn, NY, USA • Apr 15, 2024

On March 3rd 2024 I have received a notification via email regarding a job opportunity for admin assistant opportunity to work remote, the company was looking for candidates from the US due to the company expansion into United States, the company was hiring me with a salary of 25 dollars in hour I did my research on the company the company seem real to me so I continued with the onboarding process the with background check by submitting ID and social security card thinking it was a real employment opportunity ask a college student seeking employment. Further more the company responded that I would need to obtain an equipment for the this opportunity the following week on March 12 the company said the equipment will be sent as of from as a E check to perchase equipment i received E check deposited it to my chase account and gladly the

Bank noticed the check was not valid and returned it back. I wanted to communicate my experience on this issue hopefully to find some light on job scams and what to do on my case in my situation as of today I’m continuing monitoring my bank account including my credit report for any suspicious activities moving forward.

- Germantown, MD, USA • Apr 11, 2024

The scammer approached me with a remote job offer. It was a data entry job position. They said I could work from home and would send me a check to purchase needed equipment for the job such as a laptop and printer.

- New York, NY, USA • Apr 02, 2024

This person reached out about a job opportunity, and stated that in order for us to proceed with the job opportunity i would have to deposit a check into my account in order to facilitate purchasing equipment. and was very persistent that i would have to send them a receipt of when the deposit was made with information of date amount and depositor's name. But the company that they stated they worked for is located in Connecticut, the check was sent from an address in Virginia, and the check itself was written from another company in Illinois.

- Falls Church, VA, USA • Mar 19, 2024

The named used was Mark Anderson and Jill Maguire-ward. Mark contacted me with an assessment test. I completed it and offered a job wthout any interview. Received an email from Jill regarding the offer and was told I would recieve a check to buy office supplies and they wanted my bank name so that they can send an echeck which I will be depositing it to my bank. I actually accepted the offer and sent my ID as well. Then the guy Mark started texting me instead of emailing, which is odd. The next day I reached out asking for a zoom call and the email seem to not exist anymore.

- Monroe, NY, USA • Mar 15, 2024

the interviewer gave me a position pretty quickly and told me the company would send me a check to purchase work materials. once receiving the emailed check they asked me to mobile deposit the check and order my materials from only their vendor that they wouldnt provide until after the check is deposited. i called the bank that was on the FAKE check for them to inform me that the account number DID NOT match the name on the check sent to me. but i have given the interviewer my name, address, and bank that i use.

- Manassas, VA, USA • Mar 14, 2024

Started an interview, stated was hired, sent paperwork to be filled out and was sending a check to buy materials.

- Allentown, PA, USA • Mar 12, 2024

I received a text message from “Gordon Brown Lead Recruiter Allegion Workspace” about a position I applied through Zip Recruiter.

I had an interview via telephone with him and 2 days after I got a job offer via email. In the email there was attached 2 PDFs the job offer and the format of the background check which I signed and filled it. All my information was there SSN, address, phone number.

After that, the “onboarding process started” where he said that the company will make financial provision to get a MacBook Pro and all the softwares I had to install.

I received an E-check from chase (false E-check) and the instruction to scanned was on the email. And then other email from the “supplier” who will help me to get the laptop and install everything, but algo an invoice with all the detail about it, and of course the information of their account to send the money I received from “Allegion workspace”

When I tried to do that, the money disappeared and I couldn’t use my account, so I went to the bank and they froze my account because there was something off and I realize that everything was fraud.

The bank helped me to cancel everything and chance all my accounts.

But I had to fill out the reports for all the information I provided.

“Hr department email”

[email protected]

Gordon Brown

“Account department email”

[email protected]

“KILGLEN”

“Hall software and Accessory”

[email protected]

***** *****

- Naples, FL, USA • Feb 28, 2024

Graham Rossman sent an email to my university and Outlook did not mark it as dangerous. The email was even marked with my school's logo. The guy said he was in Australia with his wife who is battling cancer so could not make an interview. I did not formally accept the job, but the next step would have been him sending me a cashier's check, me keeping $750 as payment, and then using the rest of the funds to purchase supplies as needed.

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- Alexandria, VA, USA • Feb 22, 2024

The scammer told me it was a check that will be sent to me and contacts me over phone and email. Explaining how they will mail me money to make purchases for the "job assignment". They instructed me to take pictures of the deposited check after I made all purchases.

- Lanham, MD, USA • Feb 15, 2024

They claimed to be based out of india or using this company to scam people. Say they are hiring remote workers to expand in the U.S. have the paper work links and documents to fill out as if new employee.

Sent a check for me to send back using zelle to buy equipment from someone with a personal name. Not business.

Make you download a app called signal to do the interview and connect with someone. But the attempted was flagged which made me start thinking and questioning. Then wanted me to you a different platform other then my bank to send the money.

- Brunswick, GA, USA • Feb 15, 2024

I entered an employment agreement to buy and shipped goods and be reimbursed for my purchase and was paid back with a discovery card account I was paid for about 2 weeks and then the payments stopped and now they have taken money out of my account by reversing charges that I made and paid for I have receipts shipping and proof of delevery from Fed Ex and now they have went into my account and taken out a total or 47K

- Allentown, PA, USA • Feb 15, 2024

I was emailed for a personal assistant position. She said she was an artist and traveled all over collecting art for museums. I was sent a check for $3,950 which was first week pay and the rest for supplies. Naturally I am afraid to deposit the check. I’ve heard of these scams before. When I received the check in the mail the the check was in a different name and the letter stated he was her financial advisor but there was no letterhead or anything identifying what company he was with.

- Simi Valley, CA, USA • Feb 05, 2024

Scammer paid my credit cards and had me buy product and ship to them. Months later found out that the payments was rejected by credit card companies

• Feb 01, 2024

I received this email after sending in my resume and cover letter for an admin position.

Hello,

Thank you for your interest in our organization. We have reviewed your application and are impressed with your resume. We have selected you for a position in our organization. However, before we can present your full paperwork for the desired position, we require you to pass our internal assessment to help us better understand our employees and abilities.

To proceed with the assessment, we ask you to provide us with the following information for review:

1. Clear, high-resolution photographs of both the front and back of your Identification Document. The images should clearly display all edges and corners, with easily legible text. To ensure clarity, please avoid any blurriness or obscured information. Please send the photos in a regular image format, as we do not accept scanned copies.

2. A recent selfie where your face is directly facing the camera. You should refrain from using photo enhancements or wearing any headwear.

3. Social Security number/SSN Card

4. Your phone number.

Once we have satisfactorily verified and documented your information, we will promptly provide you with a signing bonus, along with a memorandum outlining your initial tasks, paid training, equipment acquisition, and further instructions. To proceed with this process, please confirm the receipt of this email at your earliest convenience.

We want to emphasize that the verification of your information is a crucial step in this remote job opportunity. Once the verification is complete, we will schedule a virtual interview to move forward.

The position we have selected you for is Remote Administrative Assistant. We are glad about your competence and experience as illustrated in your resume, and you will be required to work remotely for a minimum of eight hours each day. Your starting hourly rate will be $30, which will increase to $35 after one month of service. Additionally, upon completing the training, you will receive a $1,000.00 incentive. During the training period, you will be provided with access to the portal, login credentials, and any other necessary materials.

Key responsibilities of the Remote Administrative Assistant role include:
Telephone answering and messages taken
Scheduling appointments
Creating daily, weekly and monthly reports as required
Letter and email correspondence
Assisting in arranging meetings/ travel arrangements
General administration support including creating signage and postage labels, filing, faxing and photocopying
Typing up notes and letters for the Managing Director
In addition to the position, we also offer a range of benefits, including a flexible schedule, Employee Wellness and 401k plans, and paid time off/sick days.

Please provide us with the requested information, including your current contact details, to facilitate the crucial verification process. Only upon successful verification of your information will we proceed with a virtual interview to move forward with this remote job opportunity.

We eagerly await your response. Should you have any questions or require further clarification, please feel free to reach out to me directly at [email protected]


Best Regards,


Kristin Karp
Hiring Manager
[email protected]

My response: No I will not be providing any of this information over email and/or before an interview or job offer letter is given. Thank you for your consideration.

There response: Your offer letter will be provided including your start date after verification of your document.

My response: Again, no thank you. I am not comfortable providing information over the internet to someone I haven’t spoken with or interviewed with. Thank you for the opportunity.

Please be careful out there. People can horrible human beings. All the identifying information they asked for could have easily turned into identity theft.

- Lancaster, PA, USA • Feb 01, 2024

Initial email from Mark Riley stated they were interested in interviewing me for a position. This interview was done via RingCentral and it was a chat situation. Strange. I had a suspicion from the start and even searched to figure out if it was legit and couldn't prove or disprove it. Eventually I got an "offer" letter which I signed and returned. So that have my full name. Then they asked for an essay task to be completed (with specific formatting requirements) but I couldn't due to being out of town and not having my computer available. I asked for extra time which they agreed to. Next I got a communication stating my task had been received and I was going to get a $200 bonus included in my first check for home office set up; which I would receive "on tomorrow". How since I've not given any banking information?

Again I searched for legitimacy and found the scam here. I'm grateful.

- Baltimore, MD, USA • Jan 24, 2024

Job offer $30 and hour once you excepted there offer the won’t you to email I’d & social security number then send reply email about sending money to We are thrilled by your interest in joining TLI Enterprises LLC and are pleased to extend an offer for the Data Entry Clerk position within our esteemed organization. 

 

About Us: 

At TLI Enterprises LLC, we merge expertise with excellence to deliver tailored consulting services. Our dedicated team is committed to offering strategic insights and innovative solutions for your success. Whether it involves business development or financial strategies, we stand as your trusted partner on the journey to excellence. Thank you for considering TLI Enterprises LLC as your primary consulting resource. We welcome you to become part of our team. 

 

Position Details: 

- Position: Data Entry Clerk 

- Pay Rate: $30 per hour 

- Signing Bonus: Receive a $1,000 signing bonus upon starting work. 

- Work Schedule: Your standard work hours will be Monday to Friday, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM in your local time, with a one-hour lunch break. The company will provide all necessary working equipment, ensuring a seamless work experience. 

 

The equipment includes: 

- High-Performance Laptop 

- iPhone 12 Pro Max 

- Ergonomic Desk and Chair 

- High-Speed Internet Connection 

- Noise-Canceling Headphones 

- Webcam and Microphone 

- Printer 

 

Note: If you already possess some of these equipment items, please be aware that our company will still provide the listed equipment to avoid any breakdowns during work and ensure a consistent and efficient work environment. 

 

Responsibilities: 

- Data Entry: Accurate and timely entry of information. 

- Workflow Optimization: Identify and implement process improvements for efficiency. 

- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with IT, marketing, and customer support. 

 

Benefits: 

- Comprehensive Training: We invest in your professional development. 

- Retirement 401(k) Package: Planning for your future financial well-being. 

- Health Coverage (including dental and vision benefits): Your well-being matters to us. 

- Remote Work Flexibility: Embrace a work environment that suits your needs. 

- Collaborative Team Atmosphere: Join a team that values and encourages collaboration. 

 

We understand the importance of a smooth transition. If you accept our offer, you can gracefully provide your current employer with a two weeks' notice. If you're ready to proceed, please indicate your acceptance. We are genuinely excited about the prospect of welcoming you to TLI Enterprises LLC. 

 

Warm regards, 

 

 

 

Kristin Karp 

TLI Enterprises LLC

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- Pittsburgh, PA, USA • Jan 12, 2024

Received an email asking if I were still interested in a position I inquired about via LinkedIn. Once I responded "yes" I received an follow up email a few days later. The follow up email contained 16 interview style questions. Two days after submitting my responses, I received a congratulations email from an HR representative named Daniel Carter explaining that I had been chosen by the hiring committee and to expect a job offer and contract in a separate email. Once I received the email containing the contract various things were questionable. One was the fact that I had never spoken to an actual person nor did I have a formal interview. Another thing was that they explained that a check would be mailed to me once I had provided a copy of my state ID for the purchase of office equipment that I would be needing for the job (about $3000 - 4000 worth). I sent a few emails with questions I needed to have answered and I received one very short email and my main questions were never answered. I haven't heard anything back since.

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- Sterling Heights, MI, USA • Jan 10, 2024

I received a text from a recruiter and asked to sign on to Skype. The interview immediately took place and was done by John Anderson. I was hired on the spot and asked to return to Skype at 8am my time to get instructions and an e-check. Once I received the e-check and deposited it. I was asked how much I could come up with to purchase the software. At this point I knew it was a scam. Everyone had a gmail address and not from the company which was a huge red flag. I was never asked to fill out an application or W-2 to get paid. If someone is will to pay you $40/hr. it's to good to be true, which it was.

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- Gaithersburg, MD, USA • Jan 09, 2024

I was contacted via text message re: data entry position. I was sent an email from the hiring manager with their company code of conduct, offer letter, W-4 to be filled. I sent all the documents and necessary identification. Then I was told they would reach out to one of their vendors to get me the equptiment I needed. (computer, printer, timer etc). The next day, they sent a check for $4884 to deposit and then would have to use the funds to purchase the necessary items. They check was no good of course. Please be careful.

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