Paul S.
Beware the "Google Meet" scam artists posing as a "lead"
Many leads are just tire-kickers, some are a "chain" of scammers, using Google Meet & even Zoom calls to infect your computer with malware. Here's an example script these scammers are using in response to being a "lead." This script has been sent to us more than 6 times in a month from 3 different business ads with Bizbuysell.com. They need to police this better, or at least warn sellers of this scam: "Thank you for your email. Before moving forward with an NDA, proof of funds, or providing additional personal information, I would appreciate the opportunity to have a brief introductory Google Meet conversation first. My intention is not to discuss or receive any confidential information regarding the business at this stage, but simply to introduce ourselves, understand the process, and determine whether there is mutual interest in moving forward. My wife and brother are also involved in evaluating acquisition opportunities with me, so it would be helpful for all of us to participate in the discussion together. Unfortunately, I won't be available for the remainder of today. I am available tomorrow or another day that is convenient for you. Please let me know what time works best, and I will do my best to accommodate your schedule. Once we confirm a time, I'll send over a Google Meet invitation a few minutes before the scheduled meeting, as I already have everyone's email addresses and it makes coordination easier. I look forward to speaking with you. Thank you." TOTAL B.S.—AND GETTING SPRED LIKE MANURE!!