How to find legitimate gig jobs and avoid scams [Video]

SAN ANTONIO – As many people kick off the new year by taking on gig jobs to boost their finances, ensuring the company you’re working with is legitimate is crucial, as scams and misleading ads can leave workers shortchanged.

Here’s what you need to know to protect yourself while finding the right gig job:

FTC takes action against Handy Technologies

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) recently settled a case with Handy Technologies, a gig platform now owned by Angi Services, over deceptive advertising practices.

According to the FTC, Handy’s ads promoted inflated hourly rates that most workers weren’t likely to make. Additionally, some ads promised immediate payouts but failed to disclose fees that would be deducted for expedited payments.

Gig workers on the platform also faced unexpected fines for incomplete jobs. For example, workers could be penalized if a customer didn’t cancel a transaction properly or didn’t allow them to complete the work. The FTC stated that Handy failed to explain …