What are false billing scams involving directories & advertising?
• Make sure the business billing you is the one you normally deal with. • Always check that goods or services were both ordered and delivered before paying an invoice. • Never give out or clarify any information about your business unless you know what the information will be used for. • Try to avoid having a large number of people authorised to make orders or pay invoices. • Never agree to any business proposal on the phone: always ask for an offer in writing. • If you are unsure about any part of a business offer, ask for more information or seek independent advice. As well as following these specific tips, find out how to protect yourself from all sorts of other scams.