Some post secondary students could be getting an education in scams the hard way.
Students heading off to college and university are being told to keep an eye out for some common back to school scams.
Communications Manager with the Better Business Bureau Western Ontario Ashley Casselman says roommate scams are popular at this time of year.
"If you're looking for a roommate online it's best if you can meet them in person or sign a roommate agreement to be sure you're talking to a legitimate person. And always use caution."
She also cautions against responding to flyers proclaiming easy employment opportunities.
"A lot of those flyers tend to be work at home scams, like mystery shopper scams where you just have to go to either a department store and pretend to shop and then wire the person so much money and they'll send you a cheque."
The catch is the cheque will likely bounce and you will be out the money you sent.
Casselman encourages parents to talk to their children before they leave and encourage them to be financially savvy. The Better Business Bureau also has some known scams listed on their website for further research.

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