Run a potential client through 10 red-flag checks before you accept the work. Most VA scams follow predictable patterns — this catches them before you waste hours or get burned.
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This isn't a guarantee. A high score doesn't mean it's definitely a scam, and a low score doesn't mean you're 100% safe. Use this as a sanity check before taking on a sketchy-feeling client. When in doubt, walk away — there are always more clients.