Please don't tell me that you sent off your Social Security number and personal information to some anonymous online job posting.
Oh my gosh, please don't tell me you did that.
Seriously, if you've found a job listing that you're really, really interested in and it was in an online classified like craigslist.org -- run!
These days, it's really hard to tell the oblivious from the scammers. There are some real job postings out there, but if they want you to submit all your personal information before you even know who they really are, the odds are against you.
With your SSN, name, address, date of birth, and heaven forbid your bank information, a scammer can rob you and you may not even know it.
At least, not until the IRS says, "Hey, you were working two states away and we want the tax from that income!"
Not until the computer company finally contacts you and says, "Hey, we had a heck of a time tracking you down. We want the money for that computer you ordered online. You know, the one you bought with instant credit..."
Or, true story, until the apartment manager looks at you funny after seeing your application and asks for a picture ID. Because you ALREADY LIVE THERE! At least, according to his records...
Identity theft is no joke!
Don't fall for the BULL DROPPINGS. Wait to give your personal information until you've had a real interview. Like, in person even!
