This can't be legit?

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I signed up for a contest to win a G3, from this facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/LGUSAMobile/timeline

Well now I got an email saying I won, but it just doesn't seem right...

It's from charlene@ussweeps.com

Dear -----------, We are writing regarding your entry in the LG G3 is Here Sweepstakes that from July 12 through July 17, 2014. We’re happy to share that your entry was chosen by our company (an independent agent of the Sponsor) and deemed one of ten (10) Grand Prize winners.  Congratulations!  The Prize you have won, pending confirmation of your eligibility is one (1) LG G3 mobile phone. This Prize has an Approximate Retail Value (ARV) of $599.99. Please see the attached Official Rules for complete prize details. Prize Conditions:·         Prizes are non-transferable and no substitution will be made unless Sponsor, in its sole discretion, determines otherwise.·         Sponsor reserves the right to substitute a prize for one of equal or greater value should it become unavailable for any reason. ·         Winners are responsible for all taxes and fees associated with prize receipt and/or use.·         The ARV of prize is subject to price fluctuations in the consumer marketplace based on, among other things, any gap in time between the date the ARV is estimated for purposes of these Official Rules and the date the prize is awarded or redeemed.IMPORTANT:  By accepting this prize, the IRS mandates that you be issued a Form 1099-MISC in January of the year following prize fulfillment for the published ARV of the prize.  Any federal, state and/or local taxes on said prize are your responsibility to pay.  You will receive a 1099-MISC Form in January of 2015 for the value of your prize. To begin the prize claim process, you will need to do the following by Monday, July 28, 2014: 1.       Read through the complete Official Sweepstakes Rules (attached) and ensure you meet the eligibility requirements and comply with all the terms and conditions as stated in the Official Rules.2.       Sign and return the Affidavit of Eligibility and Liability/Publicity Release (also attached).3.       Send a copy of a valid form of ID as proof of age (driver’s license or other ID). The Affidavit and ID copy can be returned to us in one of the following ways:Email:    Print, sign, scan and email to Charlene@ussweeps.comFax:        Attention “Charlene”, to (585) 248-1584Mail:      LG G3 is Here Sweepstakes Winner Confirmation, PO Box 25466, Rochester, NY 14625 You must return all documentation to our company by Monday, July 28, 2014, seven (7) days from the date of this notification.  Failure to return completed, signed documents will void your prize claim and an alternate winner may be selected. On behalf of the sponsor, thank you for your participation in this exciting sweepstakes.  Again, congratulations! Sincerely,CharleneDescription: Description: Description: Description: logo   2014 BOW logo Winner (Green)  Charlene Semrau, Vice Presidento: 585-248-1586m: 585-472-2232f: 585-248-1584Charlene@USSweeps.comUSSweeps.com

Now, I really would like to have $600 phone to sell, as I'm going to college and this would come in handy to sell. However, this "Vice president Charlene" is not the vice president of the company. I'm pretty sure ussweeps.com is legit, and on that sites staff, the vice president is a dude, with completely different name. Plus, why would the vice president email me. General if a email is automated, it says somewhere in the message. Also, there are typos that I would think a legitimate business wouldn't put in an email like this. Also, if I'm reading the sender info right, this email came from California, and the real company is located in Rochester, NY. Honestly, the only reason I'm asking is because the prize is worth a lot, otherwise I would just dismiss it as a scam already.

 

Also, here is another email I was sent:

Hi -------, I just wanted to make sure you received my email from Monday in reference to your entry in LG G3 is Here Sweepstakes.  As a reminder your paperwork is due in our office Monday, July 28, 2014. If you could verify that you received the notice and when you anticipate returning the paperwork I would appreciate it. Have a nice day!Charlene

Sorry if I'm wasting time on this. Just the cash would really help me out lol.

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I signed up for a contest to win a G3, from this facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/LGUSAMobile/timeline

Well now I got an email saying I won, but it just doesn't seem right...

It's from charlene@ussweeps.com

Dear -----------, We are writing regarding your entry in the LG G3 is Here Sweepstakes that from July 12 through July 17, 2014. We’re happy to share that your entry was chosen by our company (an independent agent of the Sponsor) and deemed one of ten (10) Grand Prize winners.  Congratulations!  The Prize you have won, pending confirmation of your eligibility is one (1) LG G3 mobile phone. This Prize has an Approximate Retail Value (ARV) of $599.99. Please see the attached Official Rules for complete prize details. Prize Conditions:·         Prizes are non-transferable and no substitution will be made unless Sponsor, in its sole discretion, determines otherwise.·         Sponsor reserves the right to substitute a prize for one of equal or greater value should it become unavailable for any reason. ·         Winners are responsible for all taxes and fees associated with prize receipt and/or use.·         The ARV of prize is subject to price fluctuations in the consumer marketplace based on, among other things, any gap in time between the date the ARV is estimated for purposes of these Official Rules and the date the prize is awarded or redeemed.IMPORTANT:  By accepting this prize, the IRS mandates that you be issued a Form 1099-MISC in January of the year following prize fulfillment for the published ARV of the prize.  Any federal, state and/or local taxes on said prize are your responsibility to pay.  You will receive a 1099-MISC Form in January of 2015 for the value of your prize. To begin the prize claim process, you will need to do the following by Monday, July 28, 2014: 1.       Read through the complete Official Sweepstakes Rules (attached) and ensure you meet the eligibility requirements and comply with all the terms and conditions as stated in the Official Rules.2.       Sign and return the Affidavit of Eligibility and Liability/Publicity Release (also attached).3.       Send a copy of a valid form of ID as proof of age (driver’s license or other ID). The Affidavit and ID copy can be returned to us in one of the following ways:Email:    Print, sign, scan and email to Charlene@ussweeps.comFax:        Attention “Charlene”, to (585) 248-1584Mail:      LG G3 is Here Sweepstakes Winner Confirmation, PO Box 25466, Rochester, NY 14625 You must return all documentation to our company by Monday, July 28, 2014, seven (7) days from the date of this notification.  Failure to return completed, signed documents will void your prize claim and an alternate winner may be selected. On behalf of the sponsor, thank you for your participation in this exciting sweepstakes.  Again, congratulations! Sincerely,CharleneDescription: Description: Description: Description: logo   2014 BOW logo Winner (Green)  Charlene Semrau, Vice Presidento: 585-248-1586m: 585-472-2232f: 585-248-1584Charlene@USSweeps.comUSSweeps.com

Now, I really would like to have $600 phone to sell, as I'm going to college and this would come in handy to sell. However, this "Vice president Charlene" is not the vice president of the company. I'm pretty sure ussweeps.com is legit, and on that sites staff, the vice president is a dude, with completely different name. Also, there are typos that I would think a legitimate business wouldn't put in an email like this. Also, if I'm reading the sender info right, this email came from California, and the real company is located in Rochester, NY. Honestly, the only reason I'm asking is because the prize is worth a lot, otherwise I would just dismiss it as a scam already.

 

Also, here is another email I was sent:

Hi -------, I just wanted to make sure you received my email from Monday in reference to your entry in LG G3 is Here Sweepstakes.  As a reminder your paperwork is due in our office Monday, July 28, 2014. If you could verify that you received the notice and when you anticipate returning the paperwork I would appreciate it. Have a nice day!Charlene

Sorry if I'm wasting time on this. Just the cash would really help me out lol.

They seem to be legit. Apparently they do contests for Chevrolet and other companies too http://ussweeps.com/

 

Also, her

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They seem to be legit. Apparently they do contests for Chevrolet and other companies too http://ussweeps.com/

Ya, I saw that on their website. Idk. It doesn't seem sketchy to you?

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Ya, I saw that on their website. Idk. It doesn't seem sketchy to you?

 

Kind of, since the lady who emailed you works for a different sweepstakes website

 

I would try to have some sort of contact with her first before submitting information. Email her saying thank you for announcing you as the winner and ask a few questions regarding the competition such as taxes or shipping to stall for some time and replies before actually giving out your info. Give yourself some more room to see if it's legit. Alternatively you could give them a call.

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Kind of, since the lady who emailed you works for a different sweepstakes website

 

I would try to have some sort of contact with her first before submitting information. Email her saying thank you for announcing you as the winner and ask a few questions regarding the competition such as taxes or shipping to stall for some time and replies before actually giving out your info. Give yourself some more room to see if it's legit. Alternatively you could give them a call.

Alright thanks. I pry into it more.