Tips to Recognize and Avoid Fake Check Scams

One of the most common scams reported to Hawaii’s BBB are fake check scams.

This type of fraud can take the form of mystery shopper jobs, prizes from bogus sweepstakes or lotteries, rental scams and overpayment to consumers and businesses.

If you think you’ve been contacted or ripped off by a fake check scam, report it to Hawaii’s BBB. E-mail us, file a complaint online, or call us at 536-6956 or 1-877-222-6551 toll free in Hawaii.