BBB Trends: Employment scams top the list for 2018, representing a $50 billion drain on the economy

By Sandra Guile
Better Business Bureau
Marketplace scams represent a $50 billion drain on the U.S. economy, robbing consumers and legitimate businesses alike. Scams have a negative impact on one in four households and one in five individuals each year. These thieves masquerade as trusted brands, erode consumer confidence in the marketplace and often hide on the internet.
Last year, people in the U.S....