Someone called me with a strong accent stating that I was approved for a grant. The gave me a number of ways to retrieve the funds as far as a credit card and direct deposit. When I changed my mind from direct deposit to another method he wanted to get my account info really bad. They state that they are calling from a U.S. Government Grant Department. They are lying!!!!!!!!! I asked if they could send in the form of a check. They wouldn't. Be very alarmed.....this is a scam.
This man spoke with an African Accent and tried to access my account information claimin i was approved for a government grant and that i had to pay a 99.00 security fee to get approved for a $5,000.00 grant a scheme for sure. Dont be fooled.
Someone called me with a strong accent stating that I was approved for a grant. The gave me a number of ways to retrieve the funds as far as a credit card and direct deposit. When I changed my mind from direct deposit to another method he wanted to get my account info really bad. They state that they are calling from a U.S. Government Grant Department. They are lying!!!!!!!!! I asked if they could send in the form of a check. They wouldn't. Be very alarmed.....this is a scam.
My roommate got the same call, same spiel, He said 'We want to make sure we are giving the money to the right person, that is why we need Your credit card' how much sense does this make? They must think that Americans are Naive and Gullible; Oh yeah, they are! Fortunately, my Roomie told them off and hung up! Never give any personal financial information to an unsolicited caller! It is that easy.
me too! Crazy Scam ! I said mail it !and then just playing around I told him that I had a pre paid debit card for him - He got mad and said I needed a bank account to ensure that I get - Total Scam !!!! hahahah - these scammers are really investing money into these scams ! !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! a call back number and everything ! Wow