4 Stimulus Check Scams Colorado Residents Should Avoid

Colorado residents should be on high alert: scams in relation to the latest stimulus checks are becoming more and more active every day.

Towards the beginning of the new year, the U.S. government announced it would be sending out a second round of stimulus checks worth $600 for many Americans, with stipulations based on income and household. However— and I faced this issue with my $1,200 check— for some, it takes a long time to come, which means scammers are able to more easily pounce on your desperation for the cash everyone else around you seemed to get so easily.

The website SocialCatfish.com recently released a report about the top 4 scams that Coloradans are falling for when it comes to the latest $600 check from the government, and offers tips on how to avoid them. We include the best ones right here:

You can learn more about what to do if you're worried you're getting scammed right here. Good luck and stay safe out there.

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