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Job Hunters Warned About Surge in Fake Ads Scamming Them Out of Cash
- Job hunters are warned about a surge in fake job ads that can lead to significant financial losses and potential criminal records, according to Lloyds.
- Lloyds reported a 237% increase in advanced fee job scams, with victims losing an average of £1,420 and sometimes over £5,000.
- Scammers often target young job seekers aged 18 to 34, tricking them into paying upfront fees for fake jobs.
- Victims are often ghosted after payments are made, with scams sometimes involving impersonation of legitimate agencies.
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