Fraud. Flimflam. Scam. Swindle. Confidence game.
Online buyers: Never pay with Western Union or Money Gram - That's right -- never! These methods have proven to be unsafe when paying someone you don't know.
■ Never click on links sent in unsolicited emails;
instead, type in a web address you know. Use firewalls,anti-spyware, and anti-virus software to protect your home computer; keep them up-to-date.
Visit OnGuardOnline.gov for more information.
Avoid scams
All spam emails/unsolicited phone calls/letters and faxes are
scams.
As a general rule - ANYTHING involving Western Union/money
gram = Scam.
If you sell stuff online.. Accept Cash or paypal only.
If you buy stuff online.. Use Paypal only. NEVER(ever) give out your personal
information to strangers online or offline! Do not click on a link embedded within any potentially suspicious email. Always be on guard. Beware of Fake Checks.
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Tips to help protect against identity theft: * Check credit card statements, bank documents and financial reports every month for unauthorized activity. * Protect Social Security numbers. Don't carry Social Security cards in wallets or write the number on a check. * Don't provide personal information over the phone or the internet. * Never click on links sent in unsolicited email messages. * Keep personal information in a secure place at home. ALL SPAM EMAILS = SCAM!!!Say NO to wire transfers!!!
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