I came across an ad (that doesn't look like an ad) on the internet recently, telling folks about an easy way to get a lot of money. Supposedly, almost anyone--any age or any financial status--can get a nice "freedom check."
The ad makes it appear that these checks come from the US Government and that they are so lucrative that they make Social Security pale by comparison. One man, the ad says, received over $160,000.
These type of ads appeal to people, of course, and before you know it--zap--you have been scammed! Believe me, there is no free money out there just by asking for it!
Here's the truth:
1) The so-called Freedom Checks are a figment of someone's imagination. The government has no such program and knows nothing about "freedom checks." Call your congressman and ask him what a Freedom Check is and he will tell you there is no such thing. Even the name is fictitious.
2) Some people claim that Freedom Checks are being given by the oil industry. This claim came about after it was proven that the government is definitely not involved. However, I can assure you that the oil industry is not interested in giving away their money. This is a smokescreen to cover up the scam.
3) The purpose of the ad for Freedom Checks is to take your money, not give you money. In order to get information about these "checks," you have to pay $49 for a newsletter. There is nothing in it for you. Of course, you will get the newsletter, but that's all you get.
I hate to see individuals who are already struggling to make ends meet waste money on a scam. Believe me, if the US government, or anybody else, were giving away billions of dollars--you would not have to pay $49 for a newsletter to lean about it.
If there was free money out there, I would tell you. I would even try to get some for myself if it was honest. There are hundreds of legitimate agencies that help the poor, the disabled and the disadvantaged. These agencies would be directing people to the free money as fast as they could. There would be a riot to sign up. You would not need to pay someone $49 for a newsletter to get information.
Please, save your money. If it sounds too good to be true, it is. If it sounds phony, it probably is. If you have to pay for the information, someone else is making the money, not you. Unless you really want a $49 newsletter, save your money and buy food, medicine or pay a doctor bill.
Please get some good advice before you pay anyone who promises you free, easy money. Talk to your pastor, your banker, or call the Better Business Bureau. Chances are the BBB has heard of these scams before. Don't fall victim.
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