The latest mystery shopping news closed out April 2026 with a bang. The DOL contractor rule comment window slammed shut, and a fresh scam variant is hunting new shoppers on LinkedIn.
Mystery Shopping News
Stay updated on industry changes, new company launches, regulatory updates, and emerging trends in the mystery shopping field.
Mystery Shopping Insider — Edition #6
The Mystery Shopping Insider — Edition #6 April 1–15, 2026 In this edition: the 1099-NEC reporting threshold jumps from $600 to $2,000, the DOL reopens the contractor classification debate, MSPA […]
The Mystery Shopping Insider — Edition #5
The Mystery Shopping Insider — Edition #5 March 16–31, 2026 • Mystery Shop Starter Welcome Back Welcome to the fifth edition of The Mystery Shopping Insider. This issue covers the […]
The Mystery Shopping Insider — Edition #4
The Mystery Shopping Insider — Edition #4 March 1–15, 2026 • Mystery Shop Starter Welcome Back Welcome to the fourth edition of The Mystery Shopping Insider. This issue covers the […]
Mystery Shopping Insider Report: February 16-28, 2026
The Mystery Shopping Insider — Edition #3 February 16–28, 2026 • Mystery Shop Starter Welcome Back Welcome to the third edition of The Mystery Shopping Insider. This issue covers the […]
Mystery Shopping Insider Report: February 1-15, 2026
The Mystery Shopping Insider — Edition #2 February 1–15, 2026 • Mystery Shop Starter Welcome Back Welcome to the second edition of The Mystery Shopping Insider. Tax season is here, […]
Mystery Shopping Insider Report: January 2026 Edition
The Mystery Shopping Insider — Edition #1 January 1–31, 2026 • Mystery Shop Starter Welcome to the First Edition Welcome to The Mystery Shopping Insider — your new go-to report […]