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Imported Weight Loss Prescription from South America Are Dangerous to Dieters By : Ann Short Americans are ordering illegal weight loss tabs on online from South America and are taking amphetamines without knowing it, seriously jeopardizing both their health and their employment. 5 Steps to Prevent Identity Theft By : Sherry Tingley Identity theft is something you don't want happening to you. Protect yourself from this painful experience by following these five tips. Scams: How To Recognise and Avoid Them By : Katherine Nagy There are a lot of Internet scams out there and if you aren't prepared then it is easy to be taken by these scams. Arm yourself with the knowledge you need to avoid scams while finding good ways to make money online. Identity Theft and Fraud: Catching Them is Usually Not This Easy By : D. Campbell It almost sounds like a take off of the Humphrey Bogart line from the movie Casablanca. It isn't. For Michelle McCambridge, the situation was all too real. Identity Theft And Fraud: Is It Worse Online? By : D. Campbell The perceived lack of privacy online is an unsettling thought to many people. But being internet is no comfort either Serious Organised Crime - Financial Scam By The British American Security Expert By : Dr Mark Yates The British American Security Expert reports that many business owners are being targeted by serious organised crime syndicates offering variants of a financial scam. Many of these internet based financial scams have become known by every security expert & business consultant as scams Nigerian. This gangsters crime is now recognised by the serious organised crime agency as a transnational crime. This gang crime can have a deadly outcome. Methods You Can Know Whether A Make Money Online System Is A Scam By : Ethan Kurus There are fundamental and simple ways to filter out whether a make money online program is a scam or not. Anastasia-International-Scam By : Bei Kashi Anastasia international anti-scam project is a service dedicated to preventing social crimes and frauds in cases of international dating. The company has an extensive database which has been checked personally by their team. List of All Hoax Emails By : Robert Thomson E-mail Hoaxes can either be annoying or dangerous; sometimes they can even be both. Identify some of the Famous E-mail Hoaxes and save yourself from annoyance and possible danger. Old-Fashioned Fraud Is Alive And Well By : Robert Thomson The Internet may be the new, "virtual" capital of the scam universe, but there is still plenty of old-fashioned fraud being perpetrated. Online Escrow Scams By : Ulf Wolf Online Escrow Scams are a scourge that grows by almost twenty new sites a week, each casting their nets of betrayal to catch the innocent and unaware online buyer or seller. Avoid eBay Auto And Computer Scams. By : Summer B. Kreps There are not that many conmen on eBay but the ones there are are greedy. This means that they can always try and pull their tricks on high-value items like cars and PCs, in order that they can make a lot of money swiftly. Since buyers typically buy these items pretty rarely, they may not know about the various scams out there. Automobile tricks. With vehicles, you may usually find that scammers attempt to get you to send them money ahead, for who knows what reason. For some reason, some people aren't all that disinclined to pay 50% or 25% of the money before delivery using a comparatively insecure payment system, especially on a vehicle. They reason that the seller will glaringly deliver it, as they'll need the other 1/2 the money. But there never was a car! Footage of vehicles aren't tough to find, and the experienced fraudsters will have an entire library of photos of different vehicles. The seller just got your $5,000 for nothing, and you can leave them all of the negative feedback you like. They will just go and open another eBay account and find their next sucker. although it's not an outright con, what you could find is the auto does turn up, but simply doesn't measure up to the description it has been oversold, in the custom of used automobile dealers thru the ages. If this happens to you then you must open an eBay dispute and say your item wasn't as explained you could get a partial refund. computer cons. If you bid in a computer auction but don't win, the vendor might email you to ask whether you want to get a computer the same as the one they just sold through their own website. This is a bad idea! You don't have any guarantee that the item will ever arrive, and you haven't just given them your money you've given them your credit card details too. There are sellers with nothing but positive feedback who use this scam frequently and since you will not be in a position to leave them any feedback on the exchange, their reputation will stay that way. If you bitch to eBay that you purchased an item outside the site and got tricked, they're going to tell you to get lost and not do it again. the best way to Beat the cons. There are plenty of ways to beat the tricks. First, whenever you buy anything dear, be sure to check your seller's reputation thoroughly. Make sure they have sold items of an identical high price before, and haven't just sold a lot of $10 items to get their feedback rating artificially high. If you want to be even more cautious, insist that the money is placed in an escrow service ( eBay suggest escrow.com don't use any other service unless you're sure of it ). To be truthful, it's generally quite a bad idea to use eBay to buy stuff like automobiles and computers to start with you can get them anywhere, and the deductions aren't that massive any more. It's better to use eBay for those rare, special things that you cannot find anywhere else. The following email will give you a few pointers for purchasing collectibles. Is Google Cash a Scam? By : Sean Kells An article exposing the scam behind the very popular Google Cash money making system. The Ultimate Ponzi Scam By : David MacGregor Everyone knows what a scam is, and everyone is probably familiar with the version known as a Ponzi scheme. What most people don't know is that it's likely their own government is running the biggest Ponzi scam of all time. Identity Theft - Robbing of the Soul By : Shirlee Hall From both experience and observation, it becomes obvious that very few people comprehend their own soul identity. We can awaken from the dream and find understanding and real happiness through our own choices and desires. Identity theft of the inner nature is a major crime and must be acknowledged for our own evolution and security. How To Recognize and Report Phone Fraud By : Emmanuel DeFreitas Recognizing fraudulent callers is important; reporting them to the appropriate law enforcement authorities is critical, too. When you report, you can help stop telephone scammers. Nigerian Scam Using Article Directories By : Vivienne Moore The Nigerian scam has been around for many years and there tactics have been similar using the pay it forward scheme. A new Nigerian scam has emerged with sneaky and covert tactics. This new tactic involves contacting you through article directories and complementing your article in an attempt to build up a rapport with you in exchanging emails and photos. Stolen Identity: Victims In The Future By : D. Campbell Close to ten million people became victims of identity theft. But the actual number of victims may not be accurately known for years to come. Identity Theft: Skimming You Blind By : D. Campbell There was a time when it meant a harmless activity that was a lot of fun. Now it's turned into a harmful activity that can rob you of money. How To Avoid Being A Victim Of The Worst Scam Of All By : Charles Goldie Phishing is one of the worst scams on the internet today. Lets take a look at what it is and how it effects you. Yes, Identity Theft Can Happen to You By : John Rasor Watch your back, protect yourself by taking steps to avoid getting your personal information compromised 3 Possible Ways In Which Your Medical Insurance Company Might Be Defrauding You By : Donald Saunders As a rising number of individuals are taking up medical insurance plans the number of fraudulent health insurance providers is also rising. These providers frequently target recent retirees, the elderly and small-business owners who can't arrange better rates with legitimate insurers. Avoiding the Craigslist Con By : Mike Andruff If you're a buyer, renter, seller, or landlord, Craigslist could be the place where you find your real estate soul mate. Apartment rentals, shared accommodation, and real estate sales are all advertised on Craigslist, which is one of the most popular sites on the web. The Scam Report By : Bill Lyman Scams are ubiquitous these days. They arrive via email, postal mail, Internet, telephone, newspapers and magazines, even door-to-door. And as the economy worsens, you can bet that these scams will increase. They attack homeowners, car owners, unemployed, job seekers, senior citizens, students, the rich, the poor, the middle-class. I'll show you how they go phishing. How can you protect yourself? Identity Theft Fraud: Don't Park There By : D. Campbell Just when we have gotten familiar with certain identity theft scams along comes something new. The difference this time around is the combining of something in the real world with the express purpose of luring people into cyberspace. Fraud Prevention Tips: Bank Guarantees and Discounted Bank Instruments - 1 By : Ioannis John Neocleous NCI Law is an international law firm founded by Ioannis John Neocleous that serves the needs of businesses, governments, non-profit organizations and individual clients around the world. Identity Theft Statistics are Just the Tip of the Iceberg By : Chris Robertson Although we hear a lot about the crime, most people don't realize that there are several different kinds of identity theft. Here's what's behind the statistics. Hit Extended Warranty Auto Scammers for Wrong Calls By : victor kenz Consumers are often now being phished targeting to extend their car warranty calling them on their mobiles, as well as postcards, letters and E-mails to sell expensive extended warranties, and often know their personal information. Many who receive these postcards, mails or phones don't have a warranty that's about to expire, and some don't have a warranty at all. If You Find Out You're a Victim of Stolen Identity By : Joe Farinaccio How to fix the problem of a stolen identity Right & Wrong Way to Report Identity Theft By : Joe Farinaccio How to report identity theft Save Your Business! The Crucial Importance of an Employee Criminal Records Check By : Randy Mann In all the sensational reporting about identity theft and ID fraud over the last few years, the focus has primarily been on the misuse of the victim’s credit cards. Help! This is An Identity Theft 911 Emergency By : Joe Farinaccio How to handle an identity theft 911 emergency America's Fastest Growing Crime, Think You're Not At Risk? By : Don Hayes The first thing you should do after reading this article is get a copy of your credit report. Your credit report is going to be the first indication that someone else is using your identity. Unfortunately many people do not take the time to go through their report. It is more common then you realize for their to be mistakes and inaccurate information on your credit report. Identity Theft Protection - Because You Never Know When You Are At Risk By : Greg Shuey Identity theft protection is something that shouldn't be taken lightly. You must take the following steps and implement them into your life so you are safe and protected. Identity Theft - The Warning Signs By : Ryan Smith Do you know the signs of possible ID Theft? Here are a few tips! Fake Money From Bank Machines? By : Amy Nutt Many incidents have been reported of people unknowingly getting fake money from Automated Teller Machines (ATMs) and bank tellers. ‘Men just want to pick up and go’ By : Carol Midgely Carol Midgely of the London Times interviews Frank M. Ahearn an international privacy expert about the John Darwin case and how people disappear. High Yield Investment Program Scams By : Jack Goode The growth of internet crime is a problem across cyberspace. Does a Security Freeze Stop Identity Theft? By : Ronald Hudkins Overviews the options available to consumers to implement a credit freeze. Points out the loopholes that still exist despite the implementation of a credit lock down. Suggests consumers if nothing else, consider a credit protection service. The Bank Examiner Scheme, a Timeless Scam - Warn Your Older Friends and Relatives By : Rosalie Kimberlin Older friends and relatives need to be made aware of this old sceme because every year good citizens are victimized by these scam artists. ID Theft Basics - How to Protect yourself By : Mike Clover Learn how to protect yourself from ID Theft and what to do if you are a victim. Popular Identity Theft Scams By : Yo Fujikawa As identity theft becomes an ever-increasing crime, scammers find newer ways to steal your identity. More than ever before, it's important that you protect yourself. Here are some of the most prevalent scams today, and what you can do about them. The Young Victims of Identity Theft By : Ronald Hudkins Looks at the growing epidemic of identity theft associated with minor children and young adults. Article points out proactive measures to take to avoid identity theft. Provides contact information to credit bureaus to obtain credit histories and directs people to credit services that safeguard identities. The Dirty Little White Hat Internet Scam By : Ken Fry Internet scams are not limited to e-mails. Unethical businesses are profiting from the false assurance of testimonials and reviews. What Do You Mean ID Thief's Aren't Interested in You? By : Ronald Hudkins Overviews the growing threat of criminal activity associated with consumer credit and identity theft. Looks at the weaknesses in individual proactive measures to prevent thefts and recommends a viable hands off solution to avoid being victimized. Be Careful of Ringtone Downloads By : John Mcfadden Getting some cool ringtone downloads is probably one of the first things that most people do as soon as they take their new cell phone out of the box. How Spending Five Bucks Can Save you Losing 100 Bucks! By : Amy Nutt Becoming more familiar with currency, especially the new U.S. paper currency, can save a lot of financial loss and heartache. And there are some handy, inexpensive items on the market to help determine both fake and genuine bills. Does Credit Card Fraud Alert Protect Us? By : Rachael Wimbley More and more people suffer from identity theft. It's not a secret that many of you don't know what to do in such cases. One of the things that may help you is credit card fraud alert. Tips To Avoid Paid Survey Scams By : Dean Caporella New people are coming online everyday looking for ways to bolster their bottom line and surveys are a tempting way to make money. Safety While Shopping Online By : Jim Brown With the commercialization and growth of the internet, online shopping has become the new convenient way to shop from the safety of our homes. Avoid Falling Prey To Mold Scams By : Jim Corkern Knowing what the scams are and how they are done can save you many headachs 10 Surefire Tips To Protect Yourself Against Identity Theft By : Leon Edward In this day in age, identity theft is a very real and unfortunate occurrence, knowing how to protect yourself is your first defense. Tips for protection... The 5 Worst Home-Based Business Scams By : Ben Welch For anyone who's ever received one to many home-based business scam emails, let me identify five of the most common and pernicious home business scams, which I've gleaned from several websites issuing similar warnings. Think of it as a public service announcement. What is Identity Fraud By : Jim Moore An in-depth review of identity fraud. The implications of identity fraud for the individual and businesses. Preventing Identity Fraud By : Christopher Anderson There are many ways thieves are trying to still other peoples' identity. It is good to know what to do to prevent it and what to do in case it happens. Steps To Protect Yourself From Identity Theft By : Jon Arnold Do not leave yourself wide open as a target to become a victim of identity theft. It can ruin your credit rating for years and take an extraordinary amount of your personal time to straighten out. Find out how to protect yourself against this fast-growing crime. Identity Theft Remains A Growing Problem By : Jon Arnold Identity theft remains one of the biggest crimes of this century. Find out what it is and the steps you can take to prevent yourself from becoming a victim of identity theft. How To Spot An Identity Thief By : A. Annika Smith There are about 10 million identity theft victims in U.S. Identity theft is growing exponentially! There are plenty of websites & information devoted to stopping someone from stealing your identity -- but how do you know if the person you are talking to is who they say they are? The truth is, identity theft protection goes both ways -- as a landlord, you must protect yourself. Chances are, an identity thief may apply to rent a room from you! Identity Theft and How You Can Recover By : Mika Hamilton In today's modern times, the incidents of identity theft is on the rise. With access to the Internet and the sharing of personal information online criminals have a easy time finding the information needed to steal your identity. 101 Online Survival Guide Part 1 By : De Wet du Toit A must see guide to online safety on the information highway. This guide serves to warn people of possible dangers online as well as to educate people on how to protect their most valuable commodity online. Auction Audacities: Ways People Scam Online Auction Users By : Bill Wardell The top 5 ideas or rules to know before attempting to use Auction and online flea market type services. Protect yourself from the main threats. Use common sense. The information you share online should be very limited! Can You Name the 5 Kinds of Identity Theft? By : Belinda Rachman, Esq. Most people don't know there are 5 different kinds of identity theft since the media only focuses on one. Read this for an education. About Russian Dating Scams By : David Kamau Brides from Russia (and Ukraine) are popular worldwide. This has caused a rise in Russian dating scams targeting men (and women) from the west, particularly the US. How do these scams work? Stay clear of online scammers By : Neil MacLeod The Internet is filled with cold-blooded conmen trying to scam people, and unfortunately a lot of them succeed and earn vast amounts of money from their ruthless swindles. Interestingly enough, the Internet is simultaneously becoming one of the sharpest tools in the struggle against fraudulent people – online as well as offline. It is now possible to go to a website and warn others of potential scammers. The Winner's Edge -- Protect Yourself from Identity Theft By : Danek Kaus Every year millions of people have their identity stolen. If this happens to you it can cost you thousands of dollars and ruin your credit. Here's how to protect yourself. Identity Theft Is Gonna Getcha By : Identity Theft Defense Center You betta watch out. Identity theft is gonna getcha, baby. It’s not surprising that an identity theft protection company would highlight the growing risk and cost of identity theft. But you don’t need to take our word for it – some of the best research organizations in the world are sounding the alarm. They’re confirming that it’ll get much worse before it gets better, with huge costs for both companies and consumers. The Perfect Christmas Gift. For Identity Thieves By : Daryl Campbell We depend on it everyday especially during this time of year. Since it is such a normal part of life it is easy to take it for granted. Not identity thieves. Identity Theft: Oh No. Not Them By : Daryl Campbell One of the things that makes identity theft such an epidemic is not just the many ways an identity can be stolen but WHO is doing the stealing. Getting an Upper Hand on Fraud By : James Monahan Have you ever been fooled by a grossly exaggerated advertisement that made you buy seemingly useless merchandise? If you have, then chances are, you have just become a victim of fraud yourself. I.R.S. Email Scams - 6 Tips to Protect Yourself By : Neil Lemons An alert issued by the I.R.S. back in November warned consumers of an email that claimed it was from the I.R.S., but is really a scam. Get six tips to protect yourself from what could possibly cost you your identity and a lot of money. Work At Home Moms Beware By : Obinna Heche Scams are on the rise. The notion of being able to support yourself financially is not new. The rising rates of telecommuters and the self employed show that more and more individuals Credit and Debit Card Safety By : Chris Marshall Credit and debit cards offer great convenience in eliminating the need to carry large amounts of cash, and allowing us to purchase items through postal order and over the phone and internet. However, these advantages also apply to fraudsters who are keen to use your card and details in order to make fraudulent purchases and transactions. How To Avoid Scams Involving Online Surveys By : Brian Dolezal Under the right circumstances, paid surveys can be an excellent way to earn extra money in your spare time. But if you want to be able to quickly differentiate between a legitimate paid surveys opportunity and a scam, it may not be as difficult as you think. Maid Gets Made By : Johnny Jenkins The guilty were charged with industrial espionage and arrested by the police. Avoid Bad Cosmetic Surgery - Don't Get Scammed By : Eddie Lamb If you are not happy with the way you look, then you should know that there are options available to you that can help you with this, with the major one being cosmetic surgery. There are some things however, you should watch out for.... Abandoned Infant Scams Store Clerk In Robbery By : Johnny Jenkins Out of nowhere 2 guys grabbed her and one placed a knife to her throat and demanded money. Job Search Alert: Have You Been Googled? By : Paul Megan Employers may be using Google to get information about you without your knowing about it. Competitor Beats 2 With A Board By : Johnny Jenkins Competitions can become violent. Many fans and competitors are injured every year because of a competition the went too far. Where The 'Bleep' Did My Identity Go? By : Judi Lynn Lake Don't think that identity theft can not happen to you, expect that it will so that it won't -- stay informed and stay educated so you do not become a statistic. Having ATM Withdrawal Symptoms? By : Johnny Jenkins They are among the most dangerous place to get that badly needed cash. Exposed! How To Recognize And Avoid Con Artists On-line and Off By : Bill Wallmuller Charity fraud can do and does do a lot of harm. The con artist takes advantage of the generosity of people and their good intentions by taking their cash; money thwarted that was meant for people in need. You can make sure that any money you give gets into the right hands. Just remember these tips when somebody asks you for a donation. Online Sweepstakes - What You Need To Know By : Derek Pliers Online sweepstakes, are they a scam or legitimate opportunities. The Endless Fight Against Get Paid Scams And Paid Survey Scams By : Stan Brock Learn about scams in the get paid to industry. Some Tips For Preventing Identity Theft By : Gregg Hall These days it is becoming increasingly common to see people suffering from identity theft. It has become a huge business for thieves and con artists all over the world. Identity Theft: It Can Happen to Anyone, Anywhere, Anytime By : John Taylor Thousands of people will find out that they have become a victim of identity theft each year, and the numbers are growing. There are steps that you can take to help safeguard your personal information.