Check an opportunity before you start

A five-minute check can save an expensive mistake.

1. Open the official provider website independently. Compare the full domain with the link in the post; a padlock or HTTPS is not an endorsement.
2. Read the current terms, not just the headline. Note who qualifies, excluded customers, geographical restrictions and the closing date.
3. Write down the reward, required spending, fees and time involved. Ask whether you would still want the purchase without the reward.
4. Check the steps in order, deadlines and expected payment date. Save a dated copy of the terms and your confirmation.
5. Look for recent member experiences, including failures. A hot score or an approved post is not a guarantee. If an important detail is missing, ask publicly before proceeding.

Before committing: can you explain what you must do, what it costs and when you should be paid?