Knowing the Scams & Cons

1. The $12.95 Brick

   A package delivery scam.

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2. Automatic Teller Machines (ATM's)

   A con man might try to get money from your account when you use the ATM.

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3. Bank Examiner's Scam

   There are many variations of the bank examiner&#39s scam, this is the basic premise.

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4. The Bible Sales Person

   A con artist will take advantage of a grieving spouse in this horrible scam.

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5. Credit Card Frauds

   Credit card fraud and prevention.

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6. The Fortune Teller

   A scam that relies on you coming back again and again for a higher price each time.

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7. Home Improvement Frauds

   A low price is quoted and a higher price is demanded upon completion.

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8. The Jamaican Switch

   A person with a foreign accent and a large sum of money is how this scam begins.

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9. Overcharge & Shortchange

   Dishonest store clerks use this scam as a way to improve financial status.

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10. The Pigeon Drop

    The pigeon drop involves two culprits and your money.

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11. Postal Fraud

    Another scam con artists use to swindle mourners suffering a recent death.

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12. Stolen Checks

    A forgery scam using lost or stolen checks.

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13. Three Card Monte

    A bunko scheme commonly played by three swindlers.

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