Mystery Shopping Review http://mysurvey123.com Fri, 20 Nov 2009 20:26:41 +0100 FeedCreator 1.7.2 http://mysurvey123.com/index.php/Mystery-Shopping/Mystery-Shopping-Review.html#josc129 i signed up with customer 1st and they ask for my social security #. I have 3 mystery shops that i can do and I would like to know if this is standard to ask for my social security #? mngrandma2 Thu, 27 Mar 2008 18:39:34 +0100 http://mysurvey123.com/index.php/Mystery-Shopping/Mystery-Shopping-Review.html#josc130 Hi mngrandma2, Most mystery shopping companies will ask you to provide SS#, since they might need to report your earnings to IRS and send you a 1099 form if you make over $600 a year. If you have more questions, I suggest you visit MSPA website (http://www.mysteryshop.org/shoppers/), there are lot of good info there, and a message board you can ask questions. Good luck and Best regards! Mei Thu, 27 Mar 2008 19:31:23 +0100 http://mysurvey123.com/index.php/Mystery-Shopping/Mystery-Shopping-Review.html#josc153 Be Wary of B.E.S the recruiter isn\'t very prfessional. Mystery Sat, 12 Apr 2008 15:19:40 +0100 http://mysurvey123.com/index.php/Mystery-Shopping/Mystery-Shopping-Review.html#josc154 Hi Mystery, Thanks for the information! Mei Sat, 12 Apr 2008 15:56:17 +0100 http://mysurvey123.com/index.php/Mystery-Shopping/Mystery-Shopping-Review.html#josc194 Watch out for Kern Scheduling! Their schedulers aren\'t very well trained and often drop the ball in being the \"go-between\" with their clients. Careful that your pay isn\'t delayed because you\'re offered a shop for a project that expired with their client months ago (actually happened). LaurasMom Thu, 22 May 2008 11:59:07 +0100 http://mysurvey123.com/index.php/Mystery-Shopping/Mystery-Shopping-Review.html#josc195 Hi laurasMom, Thanks very much for the heads up and feedback! Mei Thu, 22 May 2008 21:17:47 +0100 http://mysurvey123.com/index.php/Mystery-Shopping/Mystery-Shopping-Review.html#josc205 your site is incredible very accurate to what I have experienced. I was wondering if you could pos your 2007 earnings for each opportunity you do I.e surveys, ptr, ptd, and mystery shopping. I made $75 in Austin tc offline irs research study 2 hours. JP jp Wed, 28 May 2008 01:12:21 +0100 http://mysurvey123.com/index.php/Mystery-Shopping/Mystery-Shopping-Review.html#josc207 I am also curious as to how much you can earn, yearly, utilizing all of these options. Please get back to me! :) N/A Wed, 28 May 2008 13:51:31 +0100 http://mysurvey123.com/index.php/Mystery-Shopping/Mystery-Shopping-Review.html#josc299 :sigh I received a check that was counterfit.What do I do I can\\\'t afford to do this. I owe the bank $100.00 by friday. William Lawrence Wed, 09 Jul 2008 09:57:14 +0100 http://mysurvey123.com/index.php/Mystery-Shopping/Mystery-Shopping-Review.html#josc342 Does anyone know which of the companies have bank mystery shops? thanks Tina Tina Wed, 30 Jul 2008 20:49:50 +0100 http://mysurvey123.com/index.php/Mystery-Shopping/Mystery-Shopping-Review.html#josc349 Do you know any particular mystery shopping company that contracts for travellers/ cruises? I saw one advertised at a local newspapaer some time ago, but don\'t remember the name. I Lopez-King Sat, 02 Aug 2008 09:52:40 +0100 http://mysurvey123.com/index.php/Mystery-Shopping/Mystery-Shopping-Review.html#josc373 Do you know of any mystery shopping companies in UK? Gen Fri, 15 Aug 2008 13:02:25 +0100 http://mysurvey123.com/index.php/Mystery-Shopping/Mystery-Shopping-Review.html#josc402 This is a great website. I\'m hoping for an R&D list. I mean, we American consumers should be allowed to get involved in inventing the products we purchase... Sigh Angie Hello Fri, 29 Aug 2008 21:57:38 +0100 http://mysurvey123.com/index.php/Mystery-Shopping/Mystery-Shopping-Review.html#josc418 I have been doing mystery Shopping for over 10 years & I really enjoy it. It is a lot of fun & it helps companies to stay on track. Ann Valvona Sun, 07 Sep 2008 10:51:14 +0100 http://mysurvey123.com/index.php/Mystery-Shopping/Mystery-Shopping-Review.html#josc475 i received a 5000.00 check that was no good now i have to pay it pack to the bank what can they do to me i don\'t have the money to give them? :sigh tece Wed, 01 Oct 2008 17:30:05 +0100 http://mysurvey123.com/index.php/Mystery-Shopping/Mystery-Shopping-Review.html#josc482 1. I don\'t give my SS# to mystery shop companies until I do a few shops for them. To bypass this on the sign up type in your last four numbers like this 000-00-1234. 2. Do not ever under any circumstance cash a check for anyone or a business! They say you are doing a shop and get to keep a portion of the check or they will pay you after the cashing of the check! Do not do it...it\'s a scam! I have seen these checks and what they require you to do is hardly anywork...just cashing the check. Be leery of anything you receive in the mail from a MS company. YOU are the one that has to apply and get the job-not them coming to you! sue Mon, 06 Oct 2008 22:36:21 +0100 http://mysurvey123.com/index.php/Mystery-Shopping/Mystery-Shopping-Review.html#josc486 Do you have any information on www.shadowshopper.com Also, I know of a very good secrete shopper website that is legitamate. It is www.Shoppershotline.com I have made money from scanning my groceries, etc every week and from my internet usage. They give you points like www.mysurvey.com does, which can be converted to cash once you get at least 625 points. 625points=$10.00. I would like to know if shadowshopper similar or how different, and if it is scam or not. Shirley Jones Sat, 31 Jan 2009 16:55:58 +0100 http://mysurvey123.com/index.php/Mystery-Shopping/Mystery-Shopping-Review.html#josc491 My mother recieved a check to do 3 shops form what we thought was shadowshopper, but after going to there website I found out that there is a scam going on where a group of people have sent checks out in there namen which bounced. Shirley Jones Wed, 08 Oct 2008 21:57:32 +0100 http://mysurvey123.com/index.php/Mystery-Shopping/Mystery-Shopping-Review.html#josc505 To: William Lawrence, TC, and Shirley Jones (and anyone else with any info) -- What company sent you the bad check? I just got a check from Myers Industries (from \"Myers Employment Agency\" to do work for \"Datatron\"). Anyone know anything about this people??? Thanks. CLB Fri, 17 Oct 2008 22:29:04 +0100 http://mysurvey123.com/index.php/Mystery-Shopping/Mystery-Shopping-Review.html#josc506 Hi CLB, Whoever sent you the check, it\'s is SCAM! Mystery shopping companies would NEVER pay in advance for work, usually you have to perform the work first, and submit a report, then get paid. Also remember, scammers usually run the scam under legitimate companies name. So DO NOT CASH THE CHECK! Mei Fri, 17 Oct 2008 23:24:11 +0100 http://mysurvey123.com/index.php/Mystery-Shopping/Mystery-Shopping-Review.html#josc518 There are some mystery shopping companies like \"a top shop\" that ask for my driver\'s license number and insurance information. Is that legitimate? Danielle Wed, 29 Oct 2008 22:31:51 +0100 http://mysurvey123.com/index.php/Mystery-Shopping/Mystery-Shopping-Review.html#josc519 I\'ve seen some mystery shopping companies that ask for my DL# and my auto insurance information. Is that legitimate? Danielle Wed, 29 Oct 2008 22:35:41 +0100 http://mysurvey123.com/index.php/Mystery-Shopping/Mystery-Shopping-Review.html#josc557 I received a letter and check today from Frontline Shoppers Channel Inc. in the amount of $3947.00. I knew right away it was a scam. First clue was no return address, second it was not sent by first class mail. The stamp was Canadian. Third the letter contained several misspelled words. Be careful out there and remember nothing is free. Qui Wed, 19 Nov 2008 00:16:25 +0100 http://mysurvey123.com/index.php/Mystery-Shopping/Mystery-Shopping-Review.html#josc558 Hi Qui, Thanks very much for sharing your experience! Your advice make sense! Mei Wed, 19 Nov 2008 12:10:07 +0100 http://mysurvey123.com/index.php/Mystery-Shopping/Mystery-Shopping-Review.html#josc560 I did three shops the 2nd of Oct. and have yet to get a check. What is the reason for not sending it. Lorine Fri, 21 Nov 2008 21:09:41 +0100 http://mysurvey123.com/index.php/Mystery-Shopping/Mystery-Shopping-Review.html#josc569 :p I rec\'d a check from frontline Shoppers Channel for $3947.00 too. Why is it a scam and what do they gain from it? Onlyme Tue, 25 Nov 2008 23:12:24 +0100 http://mysurvey123.com/index.php/Mystery-Shopping/Mystery-Shopping-Review.html#josc570 Hi Onlyme, Read the thread here: http://mysurvey123.com/index.php/Mystery-Shopping/76-Warning-Mystery-Shopping-Check-Cashing-Scam.html Mei Tue, 25 Nov 2008 23:40:34 +0100 http://mysurvey123.com/index.php/Mystery-Shopping/Mystery-Shopping-Review.html#josc571 :) Thank you Mei. Have a nice Holiday. Onlyme Wed, 26 Nov 2008 19:03:01 +0100 http://mysurvey123.com/index.php/Mystery-Shopping/Mystery-Shopping-Review.html#josc572 Thanks Onlyme! Happy Holiday to you too! Mei Wed, 26 Nov 2008 23:15:32 +0100 http://mysurvey123.com/index.php/Mystery-Shopping/Mystery-Shopping-Review.html#josc629 Just an FYI, Datatron - http://www.usd-datatron.com/ is no more. They closed. jan1d7 Thu, 18 Dec 2008 12:01:27 +0100 http://mysurvey123.com/index.php/Mystery-Shopping/Mystery-Shopping-Review.html#josc630 Hi Jan, Thanks very much for the heads up! Mei Thu, 18 Dec 2008 12:05:31 +0100 http://mysurvey123.com/index.php/Mystery-Shopping/Mystery-Shopping-Review.html#josc631 I GOT A CHECK FOR 2830.98 WITH A LETTER WITH A WALMART&MC DONALDS AND OLD NAVY LOGOS UNDER AQ SERVICES THEN I FOUND THIS WEBSITE WITH GOOD INFO THANKS. :grin GC Thu, 18 Dec 2008 12:35:09 +0100 http://mysurvey123.com/index.php/Mystery-Shopping/Mystery-Shopping-Review.html#josc656 I received a check for 3450.00 from JM Ridgeway. I know it has to be a scam. I am supposed to evaluate Western Union and send 3000.00 to someone in UK. Hmmmm. I am fearful they will get my bank # and clean me out. Does anyone know about them. gracious cheryl Mon, 29 Dec 2008 18:27:01 +0100 http://mysurvey123.com/index.php/Mystery-Shopping/Mystery-Shopping-Review.html#josc657 Cheryl, You are suppose to send 3000.00 to someone in UK? Don\'t do it - it\'s scam! Don\'t give your bank and other information to anyone! Hope it\'s not late! Mei Mon, 29 Dec 2008 21:32:52 +0100 http://mysurvey123.com/index.php/Mystery-Shopping/Mystery-Shopping-Review.html#josc675 I have been doing mystery shopping for around 15 years and only had a bad experience as far as pay goes when I had to book some Holiday Inn Reservations online and I could not get a refund. Sandy Dunn Sat, 03 Jan 2009 20:06:09 +0100 http://mysurvey123.com/index.php/Mystery-Shopping/Mystery-Shopping-Review.html#josc712 Does anyone know of any movie shops? Sheila Trotter Tue, 20 Jan 2009 17:47:58 +0100 http://mysurvey123.com/index.php/Mystery-Shopping/Mystery-Shopping-Review.html#josc723 I\'m trying to collect a bad debt from May, 2008 from Channel Watch. I was talking with someone through December, 2008, but seems the fax number and phone number have been disconnected. Anyone know if they are still in business. LLC Fri, 23 Jan 2009 12:11:00 +0100 http://mysurvey123.com/index.php/Mystery-Shopping/Mystery-Shopping-Review.html#josc794 Sheila Trotter,Certified Marketing Services does movie shops. Kathy Schoof Mon, 09 Feb 2009 19:03:11 +0100 http://mysurvey123.com/index.php/Mystery-Shopping/Mystery-Shopping-Review.html#josc829 I just received a check from Pacific Staffing Agency for $3,850. They wanted me to wire $3,425 back. They must be kidding. I have read online that others have been scammed by them. Keep a watch for these clowns. Bruce Sun, 15 Feb 2009 19:50:15 +0100 http://mysurvey123.com/index.php/Mystery-Shopping/Mystery-Shopping-Review.html#josc868 can you please tell me the the mystery shopper company you went with and secondly have you heard of shoppers critique international before?are the real or scam. ms starr Tue, 24 Feb 2009 08:41:37 +0100 http://mysurvey123.com/index.php/Mystery-Shopping/Mystery-Shopping-Review.html#josc872 Hi ms starr, sorry I can\'t help you on this. I just signed up a couple of companies (I don\'t even remember which ones..), and never heard from them...I figured paid surveys is much easier. :0 ...I would suggest you went to the MSPA website (http://www.mysteryshop.org), they have lot of information and discussion board. Mei Tue, 24 Feb 2009 15:52:44 +0100 http://mysurvey123.com/index.php/Mystery-Shopping/Mystery-Shopping-Review.html#josc919 [quote=Ann Valvona]I have been doing mystery Shopping for over 10 years & I really enjoy it. It is a lot of fun & it helps companies to stay on track.[/quote] what company do you use to be safe jo Sat, 07 Mar 2009 13:27:39 +0100 http://mysurvey123.com/index.php/Mystery-Shopping/Mystery-Shopping-Review.html#josc1015 Can you give me some information and contact information regarding the $75 in Austin irs research study? Thank you! [quote=jp]your site is incredible very accurate to what I have experienced. I was wondering if you could pos your 2007 earnings for each opportunity you do I.e surveys, ptr, ptd, and mystery shopping. I made $75 in Austin tc offline irs research study 2 hours. JP[/quote] Cadillacc Mon, 30 Mar 2009 00:09:04 +0100 http://mysurvey123.com/index.php/Mystery-Shopping/Mystery-Shopping-Review.html#josc1019 Hello, I received a mystery shopper invitation from Ken-Rich Research Incorporation. The following is what my job that they sent to my email, Money Received ....$2500 ....................................................................... Salary .................$200 Macy\'s................$100 (Buy, whatsoever you wish) Money Gram...............$2000 Money Gram Transfer costs..........$100 Transport/Miscellaneous......$100 Does this sound legit or is it a scam? Please let me know ASAP. Thank you! Brian Wed, 01 Apr 2009 10:15:22 +0100 http://mysurvey123.com/index.php/Mystery-Shopping/Mystery-Shopping-Review.html#josc1034 SHADOWSHOPPER IS NOT A SCAMM IST GREAT :woohoo: Fri, 03 Apr 2009 03:21:16 +0100 http://mysurvey123.com/index.php/Mystery-Shopping/Mystery-Shopping-Review.html#josc1048 [quote=Brian]Hello, I received a mystery shopper invitation from Ken-Rich Research Incorporation. The following is what my job that they sent to my email, Money Received ....$2500 ....................................................................... Salary .................$200 Macy\'s................$100 (Buy, whatsoever you wish) Money Gram...............$2000 Money Gram Transfer costs..........$100 Transport/Miscellaneous......$100 Does this sound legit or is it a scam? Please let me know ASAP. Thank you![/quote] Brian, this ABSOLUTELY IS A SCAM! Sorry I hope it is not too late! Mei Mon, 06 Apr 2009 22:03:36 +0100 http://mysurvey123.com/index.php/Mystery-Shopping/Mystery-Shopping-Review.html#josc1049 [quote][/quote][color=fuchsia][/color][size=medium][/size][b][/b] :woohoo: [quote=Danielle]There are some mystery shopping companies like "a top shop" that ask for my driver\'s license number and insurance information. Is that legitimate?[/quote] Danielle, Quick word DO NOT SEND PERSONAL INFO TO ANYONE . IT\'S A SCAM!!! GOT ONE FROM FRONTLINE TOOK IT TO BANK AND WENT THROUGH MANAGER WHO CHECKED IT OUT AT NO COST TO ME. SAVED A BUNDLE Margie Tue, 07 Apr 2009 09:02:46 +0100 http://mysurvey123.com/index.php/Mystery-Shopping/Mystery-Shopping-Review.html#josc1066 Has anyone taken a survey or done Mystery Shopping for Shoppers Select. I answered an ad in our local paper for Mystery Shoppers. They want $1.95 to register you. Is this legite? Thank you Dorothy DeZiel Fri, 10 Apr 2009 08:17:37 +0100 http://mysurvey123.com/index.php/Mystery-Shopping/Mystery-Shopping-Review.html#josc1067 Hi Dorothy, I don\'t think shopper select has surveys, and if they charge you a fee for registration, I think they probably will just give you a list of mystery shopping companies in your area.. Mei Fri, 10 Apr 2009 17:01:27 +0100 http://mysurvey123.com/index.php/Mystery-Shopping/Mystery-Shopping-Review.html#josc1082 Have you heard anything about Corporate Research International for Mystery Shopping. Thanks Dorothy Sat, 18 Apr 2009 07:28:35 +0100 http://mysurvey123.com/index.php/Mystery-Shopping/Mystery-Shopping-Review.html#josc1121 Before I even started I was getting charged $1.95 and then $7 for another company that i dont even remember signing up for. DO NOT GIVE OUT YOUR ACCOUNT. THEY WILL SIGN U UP FOR SURPLUS SUPPLIER, FAVOR CITY, NATIONAL TRIP, SURPLUS SUPPLIES. Even if u tell them that yr only interested in one they\'ll say you get a trial period. But they dont tell u that they are charging an initial fees for all the other ones that they signed u up for. It\'s dangerous. So warning to everyone, it\'s a scam and cancel asap b4 anything. plus, once you do start you could get checks that are fake and they could take all your money in your account. So beware. I learn to get a real job, it\'s legit. If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Good luck ppl. I hope this helped. Nancy Tue, 28 Apr 2009 08:44:06 +0100 http://mysurvey123.com/index.php/Mystery-Shopping/Mystery-Shopping-Review.html#josc1129 hi, does anyone have any feedback on [url]www.retailactive.com[/url]? just noticed them online recently. thanks Paul Fri, 01 May 2009 05:00:48 +0100 http://mysurvey123.com/index.php/Mystery-Shopping/Mystery-Shopping-Review.html#josc1144 www.mysteryshop.org-how does it work? Watch the video-instruction:www.mysteryshop.org-instruction !!! aser Mon, 04 May 2009 12:07:48 +0100 http://mysurvey123.com/index.php/Mystery-Shopping/Mystery-Shopping-Review.html#josc1145 Does anyone know what company does mystery shopping for Harris Teeter now that Bare lost the contract? B King Mon, 04 May 2009 16:05:54 +0100 http://mysurvey123.com/index.php/Mystery-Shopping/Mystery-Shopping-Review.html#josc1310 Do not work with California Marketing Specialists! THANK GOD I googled secret shopping scams! They said they\'d send me a $3000 check to shop Macy\'s and Money Gram. There\'s no way in hell. rachel Sun, 21 Jun 2009 01:39:29 +0100 http://mysurvey123.com/index.php/Mystery-Shopping/Mystery-Shopping-Review.html#josc1311 Hi Rachel, I think it could be that the scammer is using California Marketing Specialists\'s name to run the scam. Thanks for the heads up! mlynn Sun, 21 Jun 2009 14:18:08 +0100 http://mysurvey123.com/index.php/Mystery-Shopping/Mystery-Shopping-Review.html#josc1312 Hi, I\'m doing some STEP tests with a mystery shopping company MQS (plz reverse these letters). I really need the work, as they have many local restaurants, and stores. There are 7 or so STEP tests that need to be completed before they\'ll even consider me and they only allow me to do the test twice daily. I must successfully complete one step before I can advance to the next. Each STEP must be completed with 25/25. Can someone please, please help me with the tests. I\'ve only made it to level 2 so far. Many thanks again!! Kerri-Lyn Mon, 22 Jun 2009 13:51:53 +0100 http://mysurvey123.com/index.php/Mystery-Shopping/Mystery-Shopping-Review.html#josc1518 I just want to make sure Theatrical Entertainment Services is legitimate before I fill out a W9 with my social security number on it. Thanks! Jordan Thu, 27 Aug 2009 10:11:33 +0100 http://mysurvey123.com/index.php/Mystery-Shopping/Mystery-Shopping-Review.html#josc1526 There is a mystery shopping company working in Germany, Austria and Switzerland. MYSTERYPANEL - www.mysterypanel.de and in English: http://www.mysterypanel.de/mystery-shopping-services.html Maybe interesting for you. Victor Fri, 28 Aug 2009 04:31:36 +0100 http://mysurvey123.com/index.php/Mystery-Shopping/Mystery-Shopping-Review.html#josc1529 Just checked the Quest for Best website for the info/assignment I received. Seemed suspicious to me. Apparently there is a scam in which someone is using their company info and sending cashier\'s checks for \'work\' and a wire transfer. (Note: Quest for Best website is aware and has a scam notification on their home page.) Just wanted to let anyone out there know that the company is legit, but the scammers are using it to their advantage. DO NOT CASH THE CASHIER\'S CHECK!!! Debi Fri, 28 Aug 2009 23:28:24 +0100 http://mysurvey123.com/index.php/Mystery-Shopping/Mystery-Shopping-Review.html#josc1620 I did a shop for Mintell on 9/10/2009 and received a check on the 18th that was dated the 16th. The check was good. I enjoyed the shop and will shop for them again. Thanks Tammy Tammy Turner Fri, 25 Sep 2009 12:08:07 +0100 http://mysurvey123.com/index.php/Mystery-Shopping/Mystery-Shopping-Review.html#josc1647 I don\'t know how exactly I stumbled across this web page, but it sure has helped. I just started mystery shopping like a month and a half ago but have had some good fortune with the following companies: - Kern Scheduling Services: They are a scheduling company so they are linked with numerous mystery shopping companies. Filling out one application is like applying to SEVERAL different companies - Shoppers\' Critique: They are a reputable company I have enjoyed working with. Their pay out usually comes in a little less than a month - Jancyn: They are also a decent company with slightly less than a month pay out - Secret Shopping Services: Their pay out is at the end of the following month so it can be anywhere from one to almost two months to be paid - BARE International: They average about a month as well to paying you back but they only cut checks, no Paypal payments - Corporate Research International: They are legit, plus they have one of the fastest pay outs, averaging about two weeks. I have very much enjoyed working with them :) - Quality Assessment Mystery Shoppers: They cut checks as well but they are cut immediately. I completed three shops for them on 9/8 and received my check on 9/16! ;) Those are just the best companies I\'ve found so far, but of course, it always depends on if they have any assignments available in your area. Hope that helps! Stephanie Sun, 04 Oct 2009 13:28:44 +0100 http://mysurvey123.com/index.php/Mystery-Shopping/Mystery-Shopping-Review.html#josc1650 Hi Stephanie, thank you very much for sharing your experience. Very helpful! Hope you enjoy doing paid surveys too! :cheer: mlynn Mon, 05 Oct 2009 13:23:39 +0100 http://mysurvey123.com/index.php/Mystery-Shopping/Mystery-Shopping-Review.html#josc1657 All - today I received a check in the mail from a company called A Step Above Service Evaluations. They ask that I shop 7 places. Two of which were Western Union Transfer and the other was MoneyGram transfer. I have been reading the posts and I believe this to be a scam. Has anyone ever pursued legal actions? I say \"If it is too good to be true, it is!\" EJK Thu, 08 Oct 2009 19:35:21 +0100 http://mysurvey123.com/index.php/Mystery-Shopping/Mystery-Shopping-Review.html#josc1665 After reading this website and helpful comments from others I\'m considering mystery shopping. However I do have some concerns about giving my personal info over the web when signing up with these companies should I be? And is it necessary to be certified in order to be considered for a shop? What are the benefits of being certified if any? Thank you, Rose Rose Tue, 13 Oct 2009 06:03:56 +0100 http://mysurvey123.com/index.php/Mystery-Shopping/Mystery-Shopping-Review.html#josc1698 Hey Folks! Does anyone know or remember how long it takes for BES and California Marketing to reimburse for completed shops? Becky Sun, 25 Oct 2009 08:57:29 +0100