{"id":359673,"date":"2025-09-29T10:03:21","date_gmt":"2025-09-29T10:03:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/?p=359673"},"modified":"2026-02-23T03:59:27","modified_gmt":"2026-02-23T03:59:27","slug":"at-home-store-closing-sale-scam","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/at-home-store-closing-sale-scam\/","title":{"rendered":"At Home Store Closing Sale Scam: The Full Story Behind the Fraud"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">News of big-box retailers struggling is everywhere, and home d\u00e9cor chain <strong>At Home<\/strong> has been no exception. The Texas-based company, known as \u201cThe Home D\u00e9cor Superstore,\u201d filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in June and announced 31 store closures. By late October, most of these shutterings will be completed, adding to the wave of closures hitting retailers nationwide.<\/p><div id=\"mwtad3711393144\" class=\"gas_fallback-ad_309684--placement_360520\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-7750719144850257\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7750719144850257\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"3957935887\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Unfortunately, scammers are exploiting this legitimate news. They\u2019re using the real headlines about At Home\u2019s bankruptcy and store closures as cover to push <strong>fake \u201cstore closing sales\u201d online<\/strong>. With promises of <strong>90% off deals on furniture and d\u00e9cor<\/strong>, they trick shoppers into entering payment details on fraudulent websites. In return, customers either receive nothing at all or get random junk like sunglasses or costume jewelry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This article digs deep into the <strong>At Home Store Closing Sale Scam<\/strong>\u2014how it works, why it\u2019s convincing, and how to protect yourself. Whether you\u2019ve seen these ads on Facebook Marketplace, TikTok, or Instagram, or you\u2019re worried about accidentally buying from a fake site, this guide will give you all the information you need to stay safe.<\/p><div id=\"mwtad4176160205\" class=\"gas_fallback-ad_381396-ad_309691-placement_360566\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-7750719144850257\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7750719144850257\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"1471373341\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"477\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/1-92-477x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-359674\" style=\"width:288px;height:auto\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/1-92-477x1024.jpg 477w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/1-92-140x300.jpg 140w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/1-92.jpg 555w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 477px) 100vw, 477px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<div id=\"mwtad3423443021\" class=\"gas_fallback-ad_309746-ad_309691-placement_360521\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-7750719144850257\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7750719144850257\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"4456629336\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Scam Overview<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The The At Home scam is especially dangerous because it blends <strong>fact with fiction<\/strong>. Yes, At Home has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and is closing certain locations. But no, the company is not liquidating its entire inventory online with 90% discounts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This mix of truth and lies makes the scam harder to spot. Let\u2019s break down the mechanics of how scammers operate:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Borrowing Legitimacy from Real Headlines<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">News outlets like USA TODAY have reported on At Home closing more than 20 stores across the U.S., with more closures scheduled through late October. Scammers take this real-world development and spin it into a nationwide <strong>\u201cGoing Out of Business Sale\u201d<\/strong> narrative.<\/p><div id=\"mwtad756050510\" class=\"gas_fallback-ad_309686-ad_309691-placement_360569\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-7750719144850257\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7750719144850257\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"6935453015\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For a casual shopper, seeing an ad that says <em>\u201cAt Home Closing Forever \u2013 90% Off\u201d<\/em> doesn\u2019t sound far-fetched, because they\u2019ve already seen legitimate headlines about closures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Professional Branding and Copycat Websites<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fake At Home websites look professional, often indistinguishable from the real thing at first glance. These sites:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Use the real <strong>At Home logo and tagline<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Display high-resolution product photos stolen from the official At Home site.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Include standard e-commerce features like shopping carts, search bars, and checkout options.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use banners that mimic liquidation campaigns: <em>\u201cAll Must Go,\u201d \u201cLast 72 Hours,\u201d<\/em> or <em>\u201cWarehouse Clearance.\u201d<\/em><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">But dig deeper, and the cracks show. Domains like <strong>athome-us.com<\/strong> or <strong>athome-outlet.shop<\/strong> are not affiliated with At Home. A quick WHOIS lookup reveals they were registered only weeks or days ago.<\/p><div id=\"mwtad373745943\" class=\"gas_fallback-ad_381401-ad_309691-placement_360573\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-7750719144850257\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7750719144850257\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"5315249587\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"533\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/4-2-533x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-359677\" style=\"width:326px;height:auto\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/4-2-533x1024.jpg 533w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/4-2-156x300.jpg 156w, https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/4-2.jpg 638w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 533px) 100vw, 533px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. Unrealistic Discounts as the Hook<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The scam\u2019s main weapon is its <strong>too-good-to-be-true pricing<\/strong>. Here are some examples spotted on these fraudulent sites:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A $1,977 leather sectional sofa for $32.97.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A $612 armchair for under $25.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Outdoor patio sets priced at $29.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These \u201cdiscounts\u201d are designed to short-circuit rational thinking. Shoppers feel like they\u2019ve stumbled onto a once-in-a-lifetime deal, especially when paired with countdown timers or low-stock warnings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. Aggressive Social Media Advertising<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The scam is spread primarily through <strong>Facebook Marketplace, Instagram, and TikTok ads<\/strong>. Victims report seeing ads featuring photos of real At Home stores, sometimes digitally altered with <strong>bright yellow \u201cSTORE CLOSING\u201d signs<\/strong>.<\/p><div id=\"mwtad2244831733\" class=\"gas_fallback-ad_381404-ad_309691-placement_381406\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-7750719144850257\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7750719144850257\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"8735619847\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Because these are paid \u201csponsored posts,\u201d they appear alongside legitimate ads, giving them a veneer of credibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Outcomes for Victims<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once payment is made, one of three outcomes usually occurs:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Nothing ever arrives.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A random item\u2014like sunglasses or a cheap bracelet\u2014is shipped instead of the purchased furniture.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A poor-quality knockoff arrives, nowhere near the advertised product.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In every case, contacting \u201ccustomer service\u201d leads nowhere. Email addresses either go unanswered or generate automatic replies. Phone numbers, if listed, are fake or inactive.<\/p><div id=\"mwtad3210235882\" class=\"gas_fallback-ad_360582-ad_309691-placement_360581\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-7750719144850257\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7750719144850257\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"9971336976\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. The Damage Done<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Beyond financial loss, victims often face additional risks:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Identity theft<\/strong> if sensitive payment details are stolen.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Repeated charges<\/strong> if card information is saved by the scammer.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Emotional stress<\/strong> and wasted time trying to get refunds.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This scam has cost consumers hundreds, even thousands of dollars, all while At Home itself deals with the fallout of real store closures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"mwtad500627885\" class=\"gas_fallback-ad_309747-ad_309691-placement_360587\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-7750719144850257\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7750719144850257\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"9589536513\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How The Scam Works<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The At Home Store Closing Sale scam is sophisticated, but when broken down step by step, the tactics become clearer.<\/p><div id=\"mwtad4211014304\" class=\"gas_fallback-ad_360567-ad_309691-placement_360771\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-7750719144850257\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7750719144850257\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"6224621518\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 1: Creating Fake Websites<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Scammers register <strong>new domain names<\/strong> that resemble the official At Home site. Common tricks include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Adding \u201c-us,\u201d \u201c-store,\u201d or \u201c-sale\u201d to the domain (e.g., athome-us.com).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Using cheap hosting services with recently created registration dates.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Copy-pasting layouts, product images, and even policy wording from At Home\u2019s real website.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Since these domains are fresh, scam-checking tools might not immediately flag them as fraudulent.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 2: Running Aggressive Ads<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The scammers pay for <strong>sponsored posts on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok<\/strong>, ensuring their fake sales reach thousands of people. They target demographics likely to shop for home furniture: families, homeowners, and interior d\u00e9cor enthusiasts.<\/p><div id=\"mwtad959136023\" class=\"gas_fallback-ad_360571-ad_309691-placement_360772\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-7750719144850257\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7750719144850257\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"5867729999\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The ads highlight:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u201cWarehouse Closing Sale\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cEverything 90% Off\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cStore Closing Forever \u2013 Last Chance to Save\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Photos of real At Home stores are edited with <strong>huge \u201cCLOSING\u201d signs<\/strong> to add credibility.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 3: Psychological Triggers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Once you click through, the website uses powerful psychological tricks:<\/p><div id=\"mwtad2290853573\" class=\"gas_fallback-ad_360576-ad_309691-placement_360773\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-7750719144850257\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7750719144850257\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"6594472392\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Scarcity:<\/strong> \u201cOnly 3 left in stock\u201d or \u201cSale ends in 00:05:32.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Social Proof:<\/strong> Fake popups showing \u201cSomeone in Texas just bought this item.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Urgency:<\/strong> \u201cLast 72 hours only.\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These triggers push customers to checkout without taking time to think critically.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 4: Collecting Payment<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The fake sites usually accept credit cards and sometimes PayPal. Once payment is processed:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The scammers withdraw the money instantly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Victims may get an order confirmation email to make it look official.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tracking numbers, if provided, are fake or untraceable.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step 5: The Aftermath<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Victims realize they\u2019ve been scammed only after:<\/p><div id=\"mwtad2632064071\" class=\"gas_fallback-ad_360583-ad_309691-placement_360774\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-7750719144850257\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7750719144850257\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"8849826992\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>No order arrives after weeks.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The \u201ccustomer service\u201d email is unresponsive.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>They receive a package containing unrelated cheap items.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At this point, the scammers have often already shut down the fake website and launched a new one under a different domain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"mwtad2630137983\" class=\"gas_fallback-ad_309748-ad_309691-placement_360588\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-7750719144850257\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7750719144850257\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"3906789406\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What To Do If You Have Fallen Victim<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you suspect you\u2019ve been scammed by the At Home Store Closing Sale scheme, here are the steps you should take immediately:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Contact Your Bank or Credit Card Company<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Report the fraudulent transaction.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Request a <strong>chargeback<\/strong> or dispute the charge.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Ask if your card needs to be canceled to prevent further unauthorized charges.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Check PayPal (If Used)<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If you paid via PayPal, open a dispute under \u201cItem Not Received.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Escalate the claim if the seller does not respond.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Report the Fake Website<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Report the domain to the <strong>FTC (Federal Trade Commission)<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use <strong>Google Safe Browsing<\/strong> to flag the site.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Notify <strong>Facebook\/Instagram\/TikTok<\/strong> that their ad platform is hosting scam ads.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>File a Report with the Better Business Bureau (BBB)<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>This helps warn other consumers about the fake site.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Monitor Your Financial Accounts<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Check for suspicious activity or additional unauthorized charges.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enable fraud alerts on your credit accounts.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Spread Awareness<\/strong>\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Post warnings on social media or community forums.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Share scam details with friends and family to prevent them from falling victim.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"mwtad3860002250\" class=\"gas_fallback-ad_318930-ad_309691-placement_360589\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-7750719144850257\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7750719144850257\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"3818335085\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Frequently Asked Questions About the At Home Store Closing Frequently Asked Questions About the At Home Store Closing Sale Scam<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>1. Is At Home really going out of business?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"mwtad841437510\" class=\"gas_fallback-ad_360584-ad_309691-placement_360775\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-7750719144850257\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7750719144850257\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"3952847241\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No, the <strong>At Home chain is not going out of business entirely<\/strong>, but the company did file for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in June 2024 and announced the closure of <strong>31 store locations<\/strong> across the U.S. Some of those stores have already closed, while others are scheduled to shutter by late October.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Scammers are taking advantage of this real news to make their fake \u201cAt Home Store Closing Sales\u201d look more believable. While some stores are closing, At Home is not running <strong>online liquidation sales with 80\u201390% discounts<\/strong>. The official website remains <strong><a>www.athome.com<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>2. What is the At Home Store Closing Sale Scam?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The scam involves <strong>fake websites and ads on Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok<\/strong> pretending to be At Home\u2019s official \u201cstore closing clearance.\u201d These fraudulent sites:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Use the <strong>At Home logo, branding, and product photos<\/strong> stolen from the real website.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Offer <strong>massive discounts of up to 90% off<\/strong> furniture and home d\u00e9cor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Provide only an <strong>email address for customer service<\/strong>, with no valid phone number or physical location.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Victims who order from these sites either receive <strong>nothing at all<\/strong> or a <strong>cheap random item<\/strong> like sunglasses or a bracelet instead of the furniture they paid for.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>3. Why are scammers targeting At Home?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Scammers exploit At Home because:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The brand is <strong>well-known and trusted<\/strong>, with physical stores across the U.S.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Recent news of <strong>bankruptcy and store closures<\/strong> makes fake liquidation sales sound more believable.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Furniture is high-value, so scammers can <strong>extract larger payments<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Social media platforms make it easy to spread <strong>sponsored ads<\/strong> that look legitimate.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>4. How can I spot a fake At Home website?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Look for these <strong>red flags<\/strong> that indicate a scam:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Recently created domain names<\/strong> (check with WHOIS tools).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>URLs that are not <strong>athome.com<\/strong> (examples: athome-us.com, athome-sale.store).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Unrealistic discounts<\/strong>, such as $1,977 sofas for $32.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>No customer service phone number<\/strong> or fake numbers that don\u2019t work.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Only a <strong>generic email address<\/strong> for support.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Countdown timers<\/strong> or \u201cOnly 1 left\u201d warnings.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Template design<\/strong> with stolen product photos.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you see a site with multiple red flags, avoid entering your payment details.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>5. How do scammers make the sites look real?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Fraudsters:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Copy <strong>At Home\u2019s product catalog, images, and text<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use <strong>professional-looking website templates<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Run <strong>sponsored Facebook, Instagram, and TikTok ads<\/strong> with real storefront photos.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Add fake urgency like \u201cFinal Days\u201d or \u201cWarehouse Clearance.\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By mixing real news of store closures with slick design, they trick shoppers into thinking they\u2019ve found a genuine sale.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>6. What happens if I order from a fake site?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most victims report one of three outcomes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Nothing arrives at all.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A <strong>random cheap item<\/strong> arrives instead of what was purchased.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>A <strong>low-quality knockoff<\/strong> shows up that looks nothing like the product advertised.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Refunds are virtually impossible. Customer service email addresses are fake or unresponsive, and phone numbers, if listed, are disconnected.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>7. What should I do if I got scammed by the At Home sale?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Take action immediately:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Contact your bank or credit card company<\/strong> \u2013 Request a chargeback.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Dispute the charge with PayPal<\/strong> if that\u2019s how you paid.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Report the site<\/strong> to the <strong>FTC (reportfraud.ftc.gov)<\/strong> and <strong>BBB Scam Tracker (bbb.org\/scamtracker)<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Flag the scam ad<\/strong> on Facebook, Instagram, or TikTok.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Monitor your accounts<\/strong> for unauthorized charges.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Consider freezing your credit<\/strong> if you shared sensitive financial details.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>8. Can I get my money back?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Credit cards<\/strong>: Often, yes. File a chargeback as soon as possible.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>PayPal<\/strong>: Disputes can be successful under \u201cItem Not Received.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Debit cards, gift cards, or wire transfers<\/strong>: Recovery is much harder, and in many cases, the money is lost.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This is why <strong>credit cards are safer for online purchases<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>9. Does At Home ever run big sales?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes, but not at 90% off. The real At Home does run <strong>seasonal clearance events<\/strong> with discounts typically ranging between <strong>20% and 50%<\/strong>. These sales are only available on the <strong>official website (athome.com)<\/strong> or in physical stores.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you see prices that look impossibly low, it\u2019s a scam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>10. How do I verify if a sale is real?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To confirm a legitimate sale:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Only shop at <strong><a>www.athome.com<\/a><\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Call your <strong>local At Home store<\/strong> to ask about promotions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check <strong>At Home\u2019s official social media pages<\/strong> for sale announcements.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Avoid clicking links in <strong>random ads or unsolicited emails<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>11. Where do I report an At Home scam site?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can report scam websites to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>FTC<\/strong>: <a>reportfraud.ftc.gov<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>BBB Scam Tracker<\/strong>: <a>bbb.org\/scamtracker<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Google Safe Browsing<\/strong>: <a>safebrowsing.google.com<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>IC3 (FBI\u2019s Internet Crime Complaint Center)<\/strong>: <a>ic3.gov<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The more reports submitted, the faster scam domains can be flagged and taken down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>12. Why do these scam websites keep popping up?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Scammers constantly create <strong>new domains<\/strong>. Once one site is reported or blocked, they register another with a slightly different name. Since domains are cheap and fast to set up, they can stay ahead of takedowns. This is why you\u2019ll see <strong>dozens of different \u201cAt Home Closing Sale\u201d sites<\/strong> circulating at the same time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>13. What keywords in ads should I watch for?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Scam ads almost always include phrases like:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u201cWarehouse Clearance\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cEverything Must Go\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cFinal Days \u2013 90% Off\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cGoing Out of Business\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cOutlet Store\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u201cClosing Forever\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you see these combined with <strong>luxury furniture priced under $40<\/strong>, it\u2019s a scam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>14. Can scammers steal more than just money?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Yes. By entering your details into a fraudulent site, you may risk:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Identity theft<\/strong> if personal data is stolen.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Card information being sold<\/strong> on the dark web.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Phishing attempts<\/strong> through your email.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Always assume that any information you gave to a scam website may be compromised.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"mwtad1535348171\" class=\"gas_fallback-ad_381388-ad_309691-placement_381390\" style=\"margin-top: 30px;margin-bottom: 30px;\"><script async src=\"\/\/pagead2.googlesyndication.com\/pagead\/js\/adsbygoogle.js?client=ca-pub-7750719144850257\" crossorigin=\"anonymous\"><\/script><ins class=\"adsbygoogle\" style=\"display:block;\" data-ad-client=\"ca-pub-7750719144850257\" \ndata-ad-slot=\"3191649120\" \ndata-ad-format=\"auto\" data-full-width-responsive=\"true\"><\/ins>\n<script> \n(adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); \n<\/script>\n<\/div><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Bottom Line<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The <strong>At Home Store Closing Sale scam<\/strong> is one of the most convincing online retail scams because it plays on real-world events. While the company has filed for bankruptcy and closed dozens of stores, it is <strong>not running online liquidation sales at 90% off<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you want to shop At Home safely, stick to <strong>athome.com<\/strong> or physical stores. Any other site offering $30 luxury couches is a scam designed to steal your money.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Stay skeptical, double-check URLs, and always remember: <strong>if a deal looks too good to be true, it probably is.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>News of big-box retailers struggling is everywhere, and home d\u00e9cor chain At Home has been no exception. The Texas-based company, known as \u201cThe Home D\u00e9cor Superstore,\u201d filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in June and announced &#8230; <\/p>\n<p class=\"read-more-container\"><a title=\"At Home Store Closing Sale Scam: The Full Story Behind the Fraud\" class=\"read-more button\" href=\"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/at-home-store-closing-sale-scam\/#more-359673\" aria-label=\"Read more about At Home Store Closing Sale Scam: The Full Story Behind the Fraud\">Read more<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":50,"featured_media":359674,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[49],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-359673","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-scam-reports","masonry-post","generate-columns","tablet-grid-50","mobile-grid-100","grid-parent","grid-50","resize-featured-image"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/359673","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/50"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=359673"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/359673\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/359674"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=359673"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=359673"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/malwaretips.com\/blogs\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=359673"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}