SCAM CHECKLIST

Do you know any other forms of scams? Are you a victim of any scam? If you think you know everything about these deceptive tactics, think again. Ask the following questions to yourself once a tempting offer comes to you. If your answered YES to all or most of the questions, then… most definitely, it’s a SCAM!

1. Are you asked to pay a certain amount to claim a prize?
2. Are you required to pay right away?
3. Does the caller or salesperson refuse to provide written information?
4. Does the offer promise sizable returns with minimal risk?
5. Is the company or salesperson persistent in the pitch or sales talk?
6. Are you asked to keep the offer a secret?
7. Are you promised large sums of money for little or no effort on your part?
8. Are you requested to provide money for a processing fee to expedite the process of claiming your prize?
9. Are you requested to provide your bank account number where the sender can deposit your prize money?
10. Does the request contain a sense of urgency?
11. Does the sender offer to send you proof that their activity is legitimate?
12. Does the sales person pressure you to make a decision as soon as possible?

Scammers are often very persuasive. If you don’t listen carefully to the things they say, you can be a victim. Here are some lines you should watch out for. If you hear these lines, STOP and be firm in telling that you will first study their offer. Better, just ignore them.

"Your profit is guaranteed."
"It's an amazingly high rate of return."
"There's no risk."
"You are stupid if you let this opportunity pass."
"This offer is only available today."
"I'll get you the paperwork later."
"Just make your check out to me."