Although mystery shopping scams abound, this job is a legitimate way to make money. Scams typically ask for some sort of payment, but real opportunities — which you can find through Volition. com and MSPA-na. org — offer a fun way to make money by scrutinizing how a retailer or restaurant does business, Freedman said.
According to MSPA North America (formerly the Mystery Shopping Providers Association), mystery shoppers go to specific stores, pose as customers and then complete questionnaires. Shoppers can expect to earn $8 to $20 for a typical assignment.
