Comments on: Were you SCAMMED? I Was!

By: Cindy

Cindy — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 21:04:58 +0000

Stacy, Thanks for posting this,
The Ray that called me was very nice. Not pushy at all. In fact if I had been looking for an online business and I had liked better what he was talking about I would have thought more about joining him.
I am sorry that you got a pushy one.

I must tell you, I see the ad that I responded to on FaceBook all the time.
It is the Gal holding the small child on her hip. I will make a note of the caption the next time I see it.
The more people we can make aware of this the better.
I do appreciate your post.
Cindy

By: Stacy

Stacy — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 20:48:37 +0000

I got a wall post with a link from a friend through facebook. It was a personalized message and the link was to an article that appeared to be from my local newspaper’s website. It told about a couple who lived in my area and how they made extra money through Google. Yesterday I sent for the kit. When I thanked my friend for the article, she said someone had hacked into her facebook account and sent that message from her to several of her friends- each with their own link to an “on line edition of their local paper”. She contacted Facebook and they told her to change her password which she did. She also posted a message on her profile for all to see that she didn’t send out the Google message/link. The friends she knows got the message never got that notification either.
Anyway, I called and canceled. I also canceled my credit card and reported the scam to the FBI- thanks for the link and suggestion, Cindy. I got a call today from “Ray”- my caller ID didn’t display a number. He tried to talk me into more products, even after I told him I believed I was scammed and canceled my account. Very pushy- “maybe you won’t feel like your being scammed with this better, brand new software we now offer”- what a tool. I’ll let you know if I ever hear from the FBI. I did get an email with a case number from them. I know they have bigger fish to fry-but I feel better taking it to the top!
Thanks again for the information.

By: Cindy

Cindy — Wed, 22 Jul 2009 17:17:40 +0000

Hi Ivan sorry to hear you were one of the many that was scammed. But I guess this is how we learn. THE HARD AND EXPENSIVE WAY, Perhaps that it why they call it paying our dues.

I am sure there are many NPNers from Ontario,Toronto area.
I hope they see this and respond.
Cindy

By: Ivan

Ivan — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 01:58:25 +0000

Hi Cindy,

Thanks for leting us all know about those scammers,I had my share of those guys,and I have lost thousands over the years not only a couple hundred bucks.being newbie at computer/internet stuff is very easy to get scammed by those pro scammers…
It is great that all of us who were scammed let everybody know who are the bad guys,so they don’t stay too long out there hurting others.

It is best to report them immediately to FBI as soon as you can.

Thanks again for great post.Just wonder if there is anyone from Ontario,Toronto area who is in NPN program,I would like to meet some members that are near me.Thanks.

Ivan

By: Vince

Vince — Sat, 11 Jul 2009 02:41:08 +0000

Hello Cindy

I get atleast one of those emails a day wanting me to sign up for the Google Business Kit and although it seemed like a great investment, for some reason I stayed away from it.

This tactic is used by numerous well-known “gurus” and I think it’s a nasty way to make money.

One thing I learned about working online and making a purchase (usually through PayPal) is to take a look at the details before hitting the submit button.

One well-known “Guru” with initials CM usually gives you a great package for “free” but you have to go through the payment process, and if you aren’t paying attention, you get charged $97 a month if you don’t unsubscribe or cancel right after getting his “free” download.

I’m so glad that some of these “great deals” are being brought into the open and these scammers are getting recognized for what they do.

Thanks so much for posting this Cindy.

This is another “great deal” that’s going into the trash bin.

To your success,

Vince

By: Cindy

Cindy — Fri, 10 Jul 2009 23:45:51 +0000

Brenda, I think it is GONE!!!
They told me I should have read the fine print.
Though I like many of the other people that are on that thread
I put in that post never saw it.
Just out here trying to warn others
I did report it but NOT expecting money back.
Cindy

By: Brenda Franzo

Brenda Franzo — Fri, 10 Jul 2009 23:38:13 +0000

Hey Cindy…wow am I glad you posted about this!Thanks!! I have seen this opp around and have been wondering about it. Scams are just all over, it’s a shame. I certainly hope you were able to get your money back promptly!!

Brenda

By: Cindy

Cindy — Fri, 10 Jul 2009 21:44:56 +0000

I know doesn’t it make you mad? I am angry at myself too.
I have gotten many Skypes about this so we are not alone.
Cheryl, You have been in this business longer than me so I really don’t feel so bad now.
Nice to see you,
Cindy

By: Cheryl

Cheryl — Fri, 10 Jul 2009 17:37:19 +0000

Yep – we were scammed too Cindy..thanks for the heads up – we’re checking our bank statement right now

the guy was very nice that called us too – repeatedly wanting to know how he could help us .. my husband thought it was a one time charge – didn’t know it was $69.90 a MONTH! I’m so p….d I can’t see straight!

Cheryl