Who can I call to see if a company is legit?

Before doing business, call the local chamber of commerce associated with the address and see if they are a real bricks and mortar company, or simply a referral skimming internet company with a phony address.

How do I find out if a company is legit?

Search for the company through its EIN at websites such as EIN Finder. If the company says it does not have an EIN, ask why. Also, search companies through their state tax numbers to determine if they are genuine.

What can you do if your company is scamming you?

To file a complaint, just go to and answer the questions. Or call That’s all there is to it. If you’ve been ripped off or scammed, complain to the Federal Trade Commission. It can help put the bad guys out of business.

What do I do if I’ve been scammed?

Federal Trade Commission: Contact the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) at 1-877-FTC-HELP (1-877-382-4357) or use the Online Complaint Assistant to report various types of fraud, including counterfeit checks, lottery or sweepstakes scams, and more.

How to tell if a company is legit in the UK?

Look for specific things on the company’s website that may give away whether or not they’re truly legitimate. Check for poor English, or lots of typos or spelling mistakes. If these appear on a website that appears to be trading as a UK company, the company may actually be based overseas.

How to know if an online business or company is legitimate?

Scammers are always looking to make a quick buck off of you online. Although this is a sad fact of life, it is also possible to be proactive in finding out if a business is legitimate. If you feel like a business isn’t legitimate, it’s always better to be safe than sorry by not buying from that company.

Are there any legitimate work from home companies?

They’re coming from scammers pretending to be from one of those companies. Liveops is a legitimate company. They are headquartered in Scottsdale, Arizona with offices in Redwood City CA, Portland OR, and Dayton OH.

What to do if you think you have been scammed by a company?

If you think you have been scammed, tell your bank immediately. They can increase security on your current account to prevent further money being taken. You should also report details of the crime to Action Fraud, either via their website or by calling 0300 123 2040.