Is "MICROSOFT*MICROSOFT 36 WA 05/27" fraud?

Written by Ava Morales

June 18th, 2024

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What is "MICROSOFT*MICROSOFT 36 WA 05/27"?

Microsoft Corporation was founded on April 4, 1975. It is known globally for manufacturing, licensing, supporting, and selling computer software, consumer electronics, personal computers, and related services. Some of its most renowned retail products include the Microsoft Windows line of operating systems, the Microsoft Office suite, and the Internet Explorer and Edge web browsers. Microsoft also produces a range of hardware products such as the various models of the Xbox video game consoles and the Microsoft Surface lineup of touchscreen personal computers.'

  • MICROSOFT*: Indicates the name of the company involved in the transaction, which is Microsoft.
  • MICROSOFT 36: Provides additional details about the transaction, possibly indicating a specific service or product associated with the payment.
  • WA: Stands for Washington, which could represent the location of the company or the state where the transaction took place.
  • 05/27: Indicates the date of the transaction, specified as May 27th.

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    SimplyWise Community Comments

    Stanley Higgins

    Just saw this MICROSOFT*MICROSOFT charge on my statement from 06/15/2023. Anyone else confused? Is it legit or should I be worried?

    Carl McAllister

    Why was I charged $50 from MICROSOFT*MICROSOFT 36? Never made a purchase. Any advice on how to dispute this? Saw it on my statement on 06/15/2023.

    Treva Childress

    I did NOT authorize the $74.19 to come out of my Discover card for Microsoft Microsoft 36 Redmond WA. I want the money refunded immediately!

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