Red Flags: How to Identify Charity Scams

Unfortunately, the goodwill and generosity of individuals are often exploited by unscrupulous individuals who operate fake charities. These scams tend to proliferate, especially in the aftermath of natural disasters or during holiday seasons when people are more...

How to Spot and Avoid Investment Scams

Investment scams often lure unsuspecting individuals with the promise of unusually high returns and minimal risk. These fraudulent schemes can manifest in various forms, from Ponzi schemes that pay early investors with money from later ones to pyramid schemes that...

Lottery and Prize Scams: If It Sounds Too Good To Be True…

The excitement of receiving a notification that you’ve won a large sum of money or a valuable prize can be overwhelming. However, if you didn’t enter a lottery or contest, and especially if you’re asked to pay a fee for taxes or processing before you...

Fake Invoice Scam: Businesses Beware!

Businesses are increasingly becoming targets of sophisticated fake invoice scams. These emails often look very convincing, mimicking the branding and layout of legitimate suppliers. The goal? To trick you into paying a fraudulent bill. Always scrutinize invoices...

The “Urgent Account Verification” Scam: Don’t Fall For It!

Your account has been temporarily suspended due to suspicious activity. Please click the link below to verify your details immediately to avoid permanent closure.” Sound familiar? This is a classic tactic used in “urgent account verification” scams....

Beware the Friend Request

We have all had that feeling of excitement – “someone wants to be my friend on FaceBook”….”wow – a new business owner wants to talk to me on LinkedIn”. But be a little bit cautious about that email that shows up in your inbox...