Scammers advertising loans with advance fees seek out people who are in great need of money. They promote their products and services in local print materials and legit looking websites online. They entice people to grab their offer by using words like “guaranteed” and phrases such as “easy credit.”

Oftentimes, websites offering advance fee loans asks their applicants to fill out an application form that requires personal information such as social security and bank account numbers. Then, the applicants are victimized when they are informed that their loan is approved but need to pay an advance fee amounting to several thousands of dollars before they get it. After they make the payment, they never get the loan they were promised or they are even asked to pay more.

In order to avoid these scammers, the Better Business Bureau warns individuals seeking for loans to be wary of the following lenders:

1. Lenders who request upfront fees. Fees may be required by a lender but not prior to completing the loan application. Be cautious once you are asked to send money through wire transfer or money order.

2. Lenders who do not give their contact information. You must always ask for a physical address of their office and their phone numbers. If they cannot provide you with any of these, it may be a sign that they are trying to avoid law enforcement.

3. Lenders who commit to provide a loan despite of the applicant’s credit history. Lenders operating legally will usually not guarantee approval before application most especially if the applicant has poor credit rating.

4. Lenders that do not operate within the U.S. Most of these lenders use fake U.S addresses or P.O boxes.

5. Lenders who pressure their applicants to take immediate action. Scamming lenders will ask you to rush in making a payment to them and sending your information before serving any paperwork. Make sure to check the company’s background before providing any information. As much as possible obtain a written contract of your loan.

6. Lenders who use names that sounds like other legit companies. They do this to confuse you and tempt you to obtain their products and services.

It is tempting to obtain advance fee loans especially when you are in need of money. However, be cautious and think about it deeply. You can check with the attorney general’s office to find out if the lenders are registered. You may also check if they are legal through the BBB.

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