They say long-distance relationships are tough. And they are: I’ve never met Steve in real life. Don’t know what he looks like because he won’t cough up a real photo of himself. Never talked to him on the phone. He could be a Borg, for all I know. Can such a relationship last? Only time [...]

If you’re coming from my guest post at E Moms at Home, welcome. Here’s what we’re all about at I’ve Tried That. We sign up and try out online programs and products targeted to at-home workers, then post our results. We’re pretty proud of what we do! See the bragging block on the right, “I [...]

Oh, what a surprise. The opportunity that landed in my email yesterday turns out to be an elaborate fake check scam. Richard Williams received the following response to his note yesterday:

Hello!
Thank you for your reply. We need more employees at this time in United States and other countries for
part time job from your home.
For more [...]

Just delivered to my inbox. It’s true what they say: Good things come to those who wait.
Career Builder
to joe
Hello,
We are looking for the honest, responsible, hard-working persons to cooperate with our company in your particular region.
If you are interested in this opportunity, looking forward to getting a well-paid job, striving for autonomy and [...]

A couple of weeks ago I posted a link to Snoskred’s article in which she describes having received more than $5M in fake checks. I knew we had to hear more from her. I’ve Tried That is pleased to feature this guest post to help educate you about fake check scams. Want to get regular [...]