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| FTC Consumer Alert Issued on Credit Report Scams
Be wary of those e-mails and web sites offering credit reports. According the Federal Trade Commission some of them could be capturing unsuspecting customer's personal information just to sell to others to commit fraud, and even identity theft. You will want to check the FTC’s complete Consumer Alert including ways to protect yourself against this latest scam…Read More |
| Preventing Investment Fraud When the stock market is volatile it is a prime time for investment fraud. Con artists lurk everywhere trying to get rich from unsuspecting investors who are looking for ways to recoup their lost savings. They pitch their scams on ways to beat the system and get high returns with virtually no risk, making those who choose to listen believers of their 'too good to be true' claims. Those who have lost their retirement savings or who are trying to build a nest egg could fall victim to these scams unless they use common sense and extreme caution.
To avoid scams, investors should proceed slowly and cautiously before committing to any investment scheme. Check with state regulators to be sure an opportunity is legitimate. Use common sense when you hear of a deal that is too good to be true.
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