Too Good to be True? 4 Ways to Avoid Vacation Rental Scams

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Too Good to be True? 4 Ways to Avoid Vacation Rental Scams

Booking a vacation rental online comes with the convenience of browsing listings from the comfort of home. But it also opens the door to scammers trying to take advantage of unsuspecting travelers. Vacation rental fraud often involves fake property listings, compromised accounts, bait-and-switch tactics, double bookings and other deceptive practices targeting short-term rental guests. Being aware of the common types of vacation rental scams and red flags can help you identify fraudulent behavior and even avoid becoming the victim.

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7 Warning Signs That May Indicate Fraud Within Your Company

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7 Warning Signs That May Indicate Fraud Within Your Company

According to the ACFE’s 2020 Report to the Nations, organizations with less than 100 employees suffered larger median losses than those of larger companies. In other words, fraud can happen at any organization, no matter the size, so it’s important to understand the warning signs.

So, what are the warning signs to look out for?

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The 6 Most Common Behavioral Red Flags of Fraud

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The 6 Most Common Behavioral Red Flags of Fraud

Tim Harvey, CFE, head of global chapter development for the ACFE, recently shared a story with me about a networking event he held for the U.K. Chapter called "Find a Fraudster." The objective of the event was to move around the room and network with as many people as possible all the while trying to identify a fraudster in the room.

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