A few users are reporting receiving calls proclaiming to be Google and asking for 400 dollars to claim the business listing.
This is a scam as Google My business is Free and Google never calls asking for payments or bank details!
Beware this is not Google and you should disregard the message.
If you received any dubious calls, SMS or emails, please check this Google My Business page for more information: https://support.google.com/business/answer/6212928?hl=en
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