About Today: 7 Ways to Spot a Sweepstakes Scam

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Today From Jen Hubley, your About Today Editor Sweepstakes are addictive. Everyone I know who gets involved with them says they're the best hobby ever. They're not quite gambling, and they're not quite the lottery. There's a certain amount of skill involved, and a certain amount of luck. The only downside is, you have to watch out for scams. 7 Ways to Spot a Sweepstakes Scam The old adage isn't necessarily true for sweepstakes: If it sounds too good to be true, it might not be. Which makes it even harder to tell what's legit and what isn't. Daily Sweepstakes and Contests Sweepstakes to Enter This Week Is That Sweepstakes Legitimate? Fortunately, our expert knows what she's doing, and is more than willing to tell you. So you can sweep in peace! Sweepstakes With Cash Prizes Enter Sweepstakes to Win Instant Prizes 12 Signs That Sweepstakes Is a Scam Or: "Why you should beware of the large check." Especially if there isn't an affidavit involved first. Before You Enter Vacation Sweepstakes Where to Find Blog Contests Before You Respond to a Win Notification... This is why I love the internet. It makes it easy to research anything and everything, and therefore harder for cheating cheaters to cheat you. Here's how to find out if that win notification is legit. Win a Car Sweepstakes What Are the Best Sweepstakes to Enter? Today Ads Scam Emails Phishing Scam Nigeria Scam Report Scam PayPal Scam Featured Articles How to Beat Boredom on a Run The 20 Funniest Celebrities on Twitter Judge Blocks Parts of Arizona Immigration Law Get the Most Out of Your iPad Body of Lorenzen Wright Found Follow Us on Twitter!   More from About.com Plan a Unique Vegas Wedding The minister, music and champagne are just the beginning -- why not get married aboard a helicopter or have a pirate swing in to deliver your rings? Arrrr! More> Join About.com's User Panel! Share your opinions and help us make About.com more relevant, informative and enjoyable to use. More>   Sign up for more free newsletters on your favorite topics You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the About Today newsletter. If you wish to change your email address or unsubscribe, please click here. About respects your privacy: Our Privacy Policy Contact Information: 249 West 17th Street New York, NY, 10011 © 2010 About.com   Advertisement