Fraud

In a typical “pump and dump” scam, a fraudster offers you what appears to be an incredible deal on a stock, described as a once-in-a-lifetime investment. Follow these tips to avoid and report the fraud.
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Everyone has a role to play in identifying and preventing financial elder abuse. The following are signs to watch for, that it could be happening to an older person you know.

Investment scams are often pulled off by a team of people who set up a makeshift office, called a “boiler room”.

Famous people are often used to promote products and services or to help raise awareness for events or special causes. Increasingly, some celebrities are endorsing investments or products marketed as investments.

Identity theft is when someone uses your personal information – such as credit card number, social insurance number, or other info – to commit fraud.

Follow this checklist frequently to protect your financial information.

Fraudsters will use their targets’ group identity to gain their trust. Once they have established strong relationships, they convince people to invest in their scheme.

Know the common investment scams circulating so you can recognize them and be safe with your money.

If you’re not sure if an investment offer is the real deal, follow these four steps to avoid getting scammed.

Protect your money by knowing the ways fraudsters might try to connect with you.