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Stay Aware, Scams Can Happen to Anyone: It's natural to think we're too savvy to be tricked, but scammers are experts at what they do. Don't blame yourself if you fall victim; instead, stay informed about common scams.
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Trust Your Gut, Especially When You're Scared: Scammers often use fear tactics to pressure you into making quick decisions. If something feels off, take a moment to reach out to someone you trust for a second opinion.
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Spotting Phishing Attempts: Scammers can create convincing emails and texts that appear to be from your bank or other trusted sources. Remember, your bank won't ask for sensitive information via email or text. When in doubt, contact them directly using official channels.
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Recognize Common Scams: Be cautious of peer-to-peer payment requests from unknown sources, be wary of individuals you meet online asking for money, and avoid overpayment schemes. Scammers are always inventing new tricks, so stay vigilant.
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Job Offers Requiring Money Transactions: If a job requires you to deposit and transfer money frequently, it could be a scam. Be cautious of any position that involves handling money on behalf of someone else, as it may involve illegal activities.
- Visit Take 5 to Stop Fraud: Take Five is a national campaign that offers straight-forward and impartial advice to help everyone protect themselves from financial fraud. This includes email deception and phone-based scams as well as online fraud – particularly where criminals impersonate trusted organisations. Visit their Website https://www.takefive-stopfraud.org.uk/