Selma is a fraud prevention specialist renowned for her expertise in private eye investigations and a remarkable partnership with law enforcement agencies. Beyond her investigative triumphs, her public speaking engagements and written works have empowered countless individuals to protect themselves and stay ahead of deceptive schemes. Selma's legacy shines as a tenacious agent of change, unyielding in her commitment to battling fraud and ensuring a safer world for all.
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How the scam works: After every major disaster, such as the Connecticut shooting, Hurricane Sandy, Japanese Tsunami, the Chilean earthquake, Katrina, etc, several scammers set up funds for worldwide donations, claiming to be charitable organizations. Using similar names to the real ones (United Nations, Red Cross, United Way), the crooks create viral campaigns on social […]
How the scam works: (with video below) You use your e-mail a lot for sending and receiving attachments, so you're not surprised if the limit is sometimes reached. However, watch out for an e-mail that is warning you about your e-mail exceeding its maximum limit and sounds like this: "Dear Subscriber, this is to inform you […]
How the scam works: (with video below) Facebook credits are a virtual currency you can use to buy virtual goods for games or apps against Facebook platforms that accept payments. Facebook credits can be purchased from within an app, PayPal, mobile phone, etc.  If you were to purchase 1,000 Facebook credits, you would have to pay $1,000. […]
Facebook Freebie: How the Scam Works, From Samsung Galaxy M01 (with video below) There are several things scammers promise for free to Facebook users, claiming the website’s generosity or new partnerships. The latest is the Facebook 16th Anniversary scam, which promises you any of the items listed below (the most recent, as per the 14-year […]
How the scam works: (with video below) Millions of people eat at McDonald's, Pizza Hut, or Wendy's every day – it's a fact. Reproducing the brands' graphics, scammers advertise free meals at the most popular fast-food chains in the world. The recipients of the message have to open the coupon attached to the email and […]
How the scam works: (with video below) As you grew older your taste buds started to appreciate wine more and more and, before you knew it, you became a wine expert – or at least you consider yourself one. You know how to differentiate a Shiraz from a Cabernet, so time brought you a nice […]
How the scam works: You have probably come across several file sharing websites for music or movies. The pages look good graphically, but it’s usually a long way before you can see or hear the content, and most times you never get that far. The scam comes in three forms. Scenario 1. You are required to […]
How the scam works: (with video below) You are in need of a locksmith or plumber and find an ad for a technician advertising services for “only $25”. You hire them, but at the end of the service you're charged $75. When you try to argue they say the $25 is just the callout charge […]
Lottery Scratch Card Winners: How The Scam Works (with video below) As you probably know, most grocery stores have free magazine stands at their exit doors. Imagine this: one day, you find some lottery scratch cards on those stands. You pick one, scratch it and bam! The 3 numbers (or 5) in a row match! […]
Magazine Subscriptions Scam: How It Works Magazine subscribers often receive renewal solicitations disguised as bills from crooks. The thing is, you could become a victim of this scam whether you have a subscription for a printed magazine or for an online one.There are two variations of the scam: Scenario 1. The scammers select a […]
How the scam works: You might be walking through a mall or a street market and get called at by a woman (maybe wearing a doctor’s smock) at a table full of magnets who invites you for a 2-minute trial therapy, for just a few bucks. She starts moving a magnet all over your body or on […]
How the scam works: You are going towards a security gate and put your bag on the metal detector conveyor belt. Another person sneaks in front of you, seeming to be in a hurry. You are not in a rush, so you don’t mind. Then he gets held up at the detector, taking coins out of […]
How the scam works: (with video below) You're in a bar meeting a few friends for a pint. An older gentleman sits at the other end of the table, but he seems harmless so you don't think twice about it. As the night progresses and so does everybody’s intoxication level, you find yourself chatting with […]
How the scam works: (with video below) If you are looking to move all your belongings to a different city or state, use only reputable companies that have good reviews. Do not fall for the lower prices that some online ads will offer from obscure companies you have never heard of. If you do, this […]
How the scam works: You are driving on a one-way narrow street (back alley) and the car in front of you stops, appearing to be breaking down. You both stop, he steps out of his car and nicely asks you to reverse so he can somehow push it on the side to make room for you. You […]
Final Expense Insurance: How The Scam Works (with video below) The Funeral Insurance or Final Expense Insurance scam comes in your mailbox. It is a fake burial insurance program for seniors, “approved” by the Government. In this article, you’ll learn how the scam works and how to report it. Let’s dive into the fake Senior […]
Rare Coins Collection Scam: How It Works Here is a scam that targets collectors of all kinds, especially money collectors. Let's say you are in a mall, parking lot, or in a popular place. Alternatively, you find an ad online. As you are walking around the premises thinking about your day, you are approached […]
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