ScamSmarts

Fake directory and listing renewals

Invoice-style letters or emails for a directory listing you never ordered.

How to spot it

  • Looks like a bill but is a solicitation
  • Unknown directory

What to do

Do not pay unrecognized invoices; check with whoever manages your accounts.

What the real thing looks like

  • Invoice from a vendor you really use

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