Almost Scammed on Nextdoor Over a Zelle Payment Request

A reddit report about a phishing scam that cost someone Amount not specified. Learn how to avoid falling victim.

Long story short, I'm disabled and can't drive. Can't really leave the house either without other people's help. I got some stuff out of storage to sell today, and got an offer; it seemed legitimate up until the end, when they were pushy about using Zelle. Reluctantly followed through on it, and it was a scam. I didn't lose any money, but I did lose my address, email, and phone to them. I'm very worried now; what are the chances somebody will come to my house? I'm less worried about my email and phone number, but am definitely worried about the safety of me and my family. I looked it up later, and I've seen people say that the scammer will say that somebody will pick it up to sound legitimate, but I'm worried they will legitimately try to send someone to pick it up. I reported them and said I gave it to a neighbor who offered more, but am still absolutely terrified of the repercussions. What are the odds that a scam person like this will actually follow through on something like that? Thank you in advance for the help!

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Never click links or download attachments from unsolicited emails

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