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Facebook Marketplace Scams in Canada: The Complete 2026 Guide
Every major Facebook Marketplace scam targeting Canadian buyers and sellers in 2026, the red flags that expose them, the safest ways to pay, and where to report fraud.
Read articleCan E-Transfer Be Reversed? What Canadian Sellers Need to Know
An Interac e-Transfer can be cancelled before it's deposited, but not after. Here's where the gaps are, the scams that exploit them, and how sellers can protect themselves.
Scammed on Facebook Marketplace in Canada? Your Step-by-Step Plan
Got scammed on Facebook Marketplace or Kijiji? Here is exactly what to do in the first hour, first day and first week, from calling your bank to reporting to the Canadian Anti-Fraud Centre.
Escrow for Private Sale in Canada: How It Works and Fake Escrow Scams
Escrow holds the buyer's money until the handoff, so nobody has to trust a stranger first. Here's how it works for local deals, when it's worth it, and how to spot a fake escrow site.
Kijiji Scams in 2026: 8 Common Tricks and How to Spot Them
Fake rentals, fake e-Transfers, overpayment and verification code scams: here's how the most common Kijiji scams work, the red flags, and what to do.
Safe Exchange Zone Toronto: Every Verified GTA Location (2026)
Every police-designated safe exchange zone in the GTA we could verify, with addresses and sources, plus what to do where none exists.
How to Sell a Car Privately in Ontario Safely (2026 Guide)
Everything you need to sell a car privately in Ontario: the UVIP, bill of sale, safety certificate rules, how to get paid safely, and the scams to avoid.
Fake E-Transfer Scams on Kijiji and Facebook Marketplace: How to Spot Them
You listed your old bike, a buyer messaged within ten minutes, and now there’s an email in your inbox saying “INTERAC e-Transfer: You’ve received $450.” The buyer is on their way to pick it up.
How to Stop No-Shows When Selling on Facebook Marketplace and Kijiji
Ask anyone who sells regularly on Facebook Marketplace or Kijiji what annoys them most, and scams usually come second. First place goes to the no-show.
How to Buy a Used iPhone Safely in Canada: A 10-Point Meetup Checklist
A used iPhone can save you hundreds of dollars. It’s also one of the riskiest things to buy from a stranger, because the problems (an iCloud lock, a blacklisted IMEI, a swapped screen) are invisible until you get home.
5 Red Flags to Watch for on Facebook Marketplace
Facebook Marketplace has become one of the most popular platforms for buying and selling locally in Canada. But with millions of listings comes an unfortunate reality: scammers are everywhere. Here are the five biggest red flags to watch for before you hand over your money.
Why Cash Deals Are Riskier Than You Think
For decades, cash has been the default for local marketplace transactions. Meet up, hand over the bills, take the item. Simple, right? Not exactly. Here’s why cash deals carry more risk than most people realize.
The Rise of Escrow in Peer-to-Peer Commerce
Peer-to-peer commerce is booming. Facebook Marketplace alone processes billions in transactions annually. Kijiji, Craigslist, OfferUp, and dozens of other platforms connect millions of buyers and sellers every day. But there’s a massive gap in the infrastructure - trust.
7 Tips to Get Paid Safely When Selling Online
Selling items online should be simple. List it, find a buyer, get paid. But too many sellers lose money because they didn’t take basic precautions. Here are seven tips to protect yourself.
What Is FINTRAC and Why It Matters for Your Money
If you’ve ever used a financial service in Canada, you’ve indirectly interacted with FINTRAC - even if you’ve never heard the name. Here’s what it is, why it exists, and why it should matter to you when choosing a payment platform.
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