What is a Scammer?
A scammer, or con artist, is an individual who attempts to defraud people for their own personal gain. This can take many forms, including fraudulent investment schemes, phishing emails and phone calls claiming to be from a legitimate company in order to steal money or sensitive information, fake job offers that require upfront payments before starting work, and more. Scammers often target vulnerable individuals such as the elderly or those with low financial literacy.
How Can I Protect Myself From Scams?
The best way to protect yourself from scams is by having knowledge about how scammers operate and avoiding responding to suspicious emails or calls. Here are some tips:
– Don’t respond directly (or give out any personal information) when you receive unsolicited requests for money or other types of assistance; these could be signs of fraud.
– Research any organization before sending funds; talk to family members first before making decisions about your finances. Additionally, check with government agencies like the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) if you’re unsure about an offer you’ve received online.
– Be wary of deals that seem too good to be true; most legit businesses will not guarantee huge returns on investments without taking risks into consideration. If it sounds too good, it probably is!
– Never share your passwords and never click on links sent by unknown sources – they could lead you to malicious websites where scammers can collect your private data like credit card numbers and social security numbers
