How to protect yourself against 7 of the most common scams

If you’re worried about being scammed, it’s not because you’re paranoid. Scammers are the zombie apocalypse of the financial world. They’re relentless, they seem to be everywhere, and even if you think you’ve taken every precaution, you still have to be on your guard.

Scammers aren’t some unstoppable force, though. You can take several steps to protect yourself against them, and one of the most important steps is to learn about some of the most common scams.

That’s where this blog comes in. By the time you’ve finished reading this blog, you’ll have learned about the seven most common frauds scammers use to get money from unsuspecting victims. You’ll also learn about the best ways you can spot these scams, so you’re better able to avoid one when you see it.

 

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