Jan 29, 2009 5:18 pm US/Pacific
Reporting: Sue Kwon | cbs5.com
SAN FRANCISCO (CBS 5) ― With California's unemployment rate now over 9%, people are looking everywhere for jobs. Some are turning to ads and websites offering work that you can do at home, with little or no training. But, legal experts say most work-at-home opportunities are probably scams, that have been around since the Great Depression.California's Better Business Bureau said it has received 400 complaints about the website Processathome.com. The site promises you can earn up to $225 a day processing rebates, with less than 60 minutes of training.
Other so called job "opportunities" to watch out for:
The classic envelope stuffing scheme - Experts said the bottom line is it's unlikely you'll get paid to stay at home and stuff envelopes.
Craft Assembly - Job seekers are asked for up-front fees for a kit to assemble toys, dolls and other craft projects with the promise of a per piece rate.
Medical Billing - Job seekers are asked to pay $300-$900 to start their own medical billing service at home. In return, they're promised state-of-the art software and a list of potential clients. The reality is that most medical clinics do their own billing.
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