Introduction

Scammers are targeting clients looking to get their hair braided by using real stylists’ work and creating fake social media pages.

Reports of Scams

The Better Business Bureau (BBB) is receiving reports of scams targeting individuals wanting braids. Scammers take pictures from legitimate stylists and post them on fake social media pages.

Modus Operandi

Potential clients find the fake pages and book appointments, often making small deposits. Clients realize they have been scammed when they do not hear back from the supposed stylist on the appointment day.

Impact on Legitimate Businesses

Real stylists like Porsche Hensley, who has been braiding hair for over 10 years and owns Divine Innovation 615 in Nashville, are affected. Hensley reported instances where clients arrived for appointments, only to find out they were scammed.

Precautions to Avoid Scams

BBB advises not to pay for the service in full before the appointment. Visit the stylist’s location before booking. Verify the stylist’s work by searching for them online and including the word “scam” after their name. Ask for the stylist’s license number and verify it.

Continuing the Business

Despite the scams, stylists like Porsche Hensley remain undeterred and continue their work.

Conclusion

Scammers exploiting the popularity of hair braiding are causing issues for both clients and legitimate stylists. Clients are advised to take precautions to ensure they are booking authentic services.

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Monday, May 12, 2025

Trey Songz Talks the Confederate Flag, Racism, and Music

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Trey Songz stopped by Hot 97 to chop it up with Ebro and the morning team. The R&B star was in the building to discuss the reissue of his album. Trey says he was going for a new summer vibe with the album so he wanted to release it again to give his fans a different feel. He also talks about this album being the first time he has had more Rhythmic number ones than Urban number ones and his song “Best For You” doing well in the Urban AS format.Ebro takes the conversation in a different direction to get Trey’s opinion’s on the ugliness that exists in this country. Being that he is originally from Virginia and has first hand knowledge of southern racism, Trey Songz also took the time to answer Ebro by giving his thoughts about the confederate flag, racism in general, and the terrorist attack on the South Carolina church. Check out the interview below.https://youtu.be/PdyCaaMCVts

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