With the rise in prices of commodities and an increase in the standard cost of living, many are now seeking alternative ways of earning income. One rising in popularity again is to become a mystery shopper.

Secret shopper agencies have reported that they are now offering more mystery shopper vacancies after receiving many inquiries on mystery shopper jobs available for them, specially in the UK and in the US.

In an interview, one secret shopping company representative, Ms. Elizabeth Dennisson says that, “With business competition likewise growing due to the hard economy, many retail shops are now hiring the services of mystery shoppers to ensure that they stay on top of their market.”

“Thus, our company has decided to offer more mystery shopper vacancies to serve those not only who seek extra income but also to accommodate the new clients we’ve signed up,” she continues.

But be careful, Ms. Dennisson warns, she says that many mystery shopping scams have also appeared, giving customers assignments and not paying them afterward or asking them for a joining fee to become a secret shopper. Avoid these companies at all cost.

Finally she says, “If you want to become a mystery shopper, be open to go through some tests. This will help the company evaluate which assignments are best for you. And remember that not everyone can become a mystery shopper.”

Ms. Dennisson finally advises that those who are interested in becoming a secret shopper may send her an email at edenn.mysteryshopper@gmail.com or visit mysteryshoppingjobs.weebly.com