Work-at-home scheme

Not to be confused with Remote work, a legitimate working arrangement.

A work-at-home scheme is a deceptive or fraudulent job offer or business opportunity that promises income for work performed from home, often while requiring upfront payments, purchases, reshipping, or financial transfers. Such schemes are commonly presented as opportunities to earn easy money, become one's own boss, or work flexible hours with little experience or effort.

Work-at-home schemes overlap with several other kinds of fraud, including employment fraud, bogus business opportunities, reshipping scams, and money mule schemes.

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