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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Thursday, May 15, 2025

Fantasia Signs Home Over to the Bank?

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fantasiaFantasia is making a huge comeback on the strength of her new music. “Lose to Win” is doing quite well on radio and on the charts and people seem to be excited and rooting for her to win.Fantasia is winning that regard but it seems like is about to take a lose on her North Carolina mansion. It is true that Fantasia has had problems in the past with the keeping the home. In 2009, almost got foreclosed on but was able to avoid it. In April of 2012, Fantasia put the house up for sale with an asking price of $800,000, which is $500,000 less than what paid for it.TMZ is repairing that they have obtained court docs that show has transferred the house over to the bank. According to court docs, Fantasia transferred the deed over to the bank in February.In the end, we just want Fantasia to win and we wish the best for her. It seems as if so many celebrities are losing their homes or going to jail for tax invasion these days.

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