What are the latest scams to watch out for?
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What are the latest scams to watch out for?
Protect yourself online: 5 new scams to watch out for now
- Online dating hoaxes. The scam.
- Suspicious retailers. The scam.
- Bogus tech support. The scam.
- Government imposters. The scam.
- Fraudulent email solicitations. The scam.
What are the new scams?
The Latest Scams You Need to Be Aware of in 2021
- Coronavirus, Vaccine and Government Program Scams.
- Phone-Related Scams.
- Cryptocurrency Scams.
- Romance Scams.
- Online Purchase Scams.
- Employment Scams.
- Travel Scams.
- Basic Steps to Avoid Getting Scammed.
What’s new in scamlines 1?
ScamLines 1: What’s New in Scams? 1 1. Say No to *72. The scam: A terrible phone call to a Sioux Falls, SD, man tells him of a death in the family, asks him to call another number for 2 2. The Not Guilty Juror. 3 3. Don’t Pay The Hitman. 4 4. Pure Water Pressure. 5 5. Hooked By the Text Phishers.
What to do if you get scammed on the phone?
Report Telephone Scams. However, federal agencies don’t investigate individual cases of telephone scams. Report telephone scams to the Federal Trade Commission, either online or by phone at 1-877-382-4357. This is the primary government agency that collects scam complaints.
The solution: Never buy shares over the phone (or promoted in emails) from someone you don’t know. If you already have, don’t believe anyone who says they can get your money back — unless it’s (really) the police! And, beware of “hot” stock tips.
Any claims that your shares can be purchased for far more than their usual value should immediately raise suspicions. If you need help getting your money back after a scam, visit our guide.