How to know if an acting or modeling website is a scam?

For an unbiased review, check what the BBB has to say. A company can post false postives about themselves online or their competitors can post false negatives. But the BBB will give unbiased opinions about the company based on REAL customer experiences and complaint reports http://www.la.bbb.org/business-reviews/Talent-Advertisers---Advance-Fee/One-Source-Talent-in-Beverly-Hills-CA-100069816 "Additional Complaint Information Complainants allege misrepresentation of services, difficulties with the company's refund and cancellation policies, and unauthorized credit card charges for previously undisclosed fees. Some customers complain that the company charges an additional $400 charge to their credit cards as a material fee without their authorization. The company responds to most complaints by providing a description of thier company's services, and refusing most refund requests. The company states they are not a talent agency............." Also google one source talent fees and you'll find plenty of reports of people being charged no only registration or photography fees up to $500 but also monthly fees of about $40 An agency does not charge any upfront fees or monthly fees