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  1. Mar 7, 2024 · 20 Online Scams to Watch Out For. Unfortunately, that text is not from a company that wants to send you free money. It’s just another phishing scheme — we checked.

    • Shannon Sanford
  2. Oct 9, 2019 · Even testimonials that appear to be independent and unbiased reviews – for example on a website purporting to “review” products and investment opportunities – may be part of the scam. The narrator in this deceptive video claims he is "for real" and his bank account grew by $8,500 the first day.

  3. Sep 3, 2021 · How the scam works – giving victims a false sense of security. The scam provides investors with high quality brochures and other investment documents that appear to have been produced by easily recognizable banks, insurance companies, mutual fund companies, etc.

  4. Mar 11, 2024 · If you’re an investment professional and have concerns that someone is using your name or information as part of a potential scam, contact your firm’s compliance department, and alert FINRA by calling the BrokerCheck hotline at (800) 289-9999 or emailing [email protected].

  5. Sep 21, 2016 · Scams are sweeping the country, ripping off people for hundreds or thousands of dollars. In this scam alert, Consumer Reports explains how to avoid becoming a victim.

  6. It could be a scam. This investor alert list can help you know which companies, businesses and websites (or ‘entities’) are not to be trusted. The companies, businesses and websites on this list: may be targeting Australian consumers; do not hold a current. Australian financial services (AFS) licence.

  7. Jul 20, 2023 · If you get an out-of-the-blue call, text, or email about “an amazing investment opportunity,” it’s a scam. Walk away. Don’t believe promises that you’ll make money or earn guaranteed returns.