Thousands of small business owners fall victim to scams every year. How can you stay ahead of the curve and protect your pocketbook?

In an effort to help business owners recognize potential threats, the Better Business Bureau and the Federal Trade Commission’s Bureau of Consumer Protection recently highlighted some of the top small business scams that are out there today.

Here are five scams every small business owner should beware:

For more information, check out the BBB’s fraud prevention tips and resources.

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