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Do You Know a Scam Artist?Seemingly no matter how many laws are made, there is someone that will attempt to break the law. There are those that are scamming to get something for nothing. The scam artist might wear a suit or might appear ragged and appear poor.
Scam Artist Tricks in Home RemodelingScam artists will rob you like a thief in the night. Sometimes, there is no course of action because you don't have enough information to nail them. Learn how to know who they are.- Scam Artists Sell Over $4 Million in Fake Tickets Every MonthSecond-hand ticket retailer viagogo has revealed that scam artists that have been selling fake tickets are collectively reeling in just over $4 million a month, or $49 million a year.
How to Protect Yourself from Scam ArtistsThere are many scam artists out there in the hopes of getting rich. The more you are aware of the tricks they play, the safer you will be. This article tells the reader some of the ways scam artists try to fool people.
Preventing Senior ScamsMore and more scams are being perpetrated on seniors each day.- Watch Out for This Hotel Scam when You TravelAlthough many scams involve emailing the victim these days, the internet is not the only place that scam artists work. Unfortunately, scams are also seen in everyday life. Watch out for this hotel scam when you travel.
Senior Spotlight: Scam Artists Target SeniorsScam artists are feeling the economic pinch as much as the rest of us. As such, we're seeing a new wave of scams aimed at seniors. Here are a few of the new ones mixed with old favorites.- 5 Clues to Look for to See If You Are Being ScammedIf someone calls or sends you a letter saying "YOU WON", check it out BEFORE you start spending your prize. It may be a scam and you can protect yourself while finding out if it is true or just another scam.
- Lottery and Check Scams: Consumers Promotional Draw is a HoaxThis article is intended to raise awareness about a Canadian-based scam affecting Canadians and American citizens. It tells where to report it, a detailed explanation of how the scam works, what scam artists gain from it, and what the victim loses.
- New Job and Career ScamsWith the economy suffering, many are turning to second jobs or trying to find work. Unfortunately the scam artists are taking advantage of your situation.
- Tourist Scams in ThailandThailand is generally a safe destination for tourists, but occasionally you will come across scam artists.
- Love, the Con Artist and the Scam Artist:Peter, the writer, and Paul, the love poet, dialogue about love and pseudo-love, as it pertains to con artists and scam artists.
Home Based Business - Watch Out for the Scam ArtistDiscover this little secret to avoid getting scammed so you can get started right the very first time.
Los Angeles Scam Artists Prey on HomeownersCalifornia foreclosures are up, and desperate homeowners call entities that advertise with brightly colored placards on light poles at freeway off-ramps. Is it a recipe for disaster in the making?- How to Spot a ScamThousands of people are coming online every day, some of which are completely new to the internet.
Top Five Scams to Watch Out ForNew scams are always being dreamed up by greedy and heartless criminals. Here are the latest five to look out for.
Email Buddy or Scam Artist?Why you should take another look at your email and instant message buddies.- Online Dating Scams: Don't Believe Talks of Home ForeclosuresOnline dating scams continue to evolve, now commonly involving sob stories of home foreclosures in order to get cash from their dates. Find out how to avoid this scam and more.
Scam Artists Thrive on American Idol Popularity and Gullible SocietyFor years, scam artists have developed new ways to scam consumers. From fake magazine subscriptions to home remodeling jobs, scam artists seem to never run out of ideas or energy. Now, a recent mail fraud scheme has scam artists feeding off of American pop culture.- Internet Scam Artist on the RiseWhy is there no justice with internet scam artist
- Basic Knowledge to Challenge Dishonest MechanicsDevelop a basic understanding of car mechanics to catch dishonest mechanics in the act.
- Spotting a Scammer Using the 'Beauty Koneth' Scam as an ExampleThis article points out key things from a scam attempt made by 'Beauty'. In the article I point out key things that showed me 'Beauty' to be a liar, and a thief.
- Scam Artist Season for Tax FilingThis year Tax Scam Artist is working overtime to get your personal information.
- Protecting Yourself from Scam ArtistsThere's no shortage of unscrupulous conmen out there looking to make a quick buck. Learn to spot the telltale sings that you may be dealing with a duplicitous individual.
"Hay Scams" Spreading on the Internet"Hay scams" are a variation on popular Internet scams, and one sources says there have been over 4100 so far. Farmers are losing hundreds or even thousands of dollars to scam artists.- What Scam Artists Don't Want Smart Consumers like You to KnowWhat scam and frauds don't want you to know
- Watch Out for Web Hosting Scam ArtistsNot to worry I am going to tell you how to avoid being taken and tell you just what you need to watch out for when choosing a web hosting company.
- Don't Fall Victim to Publishing Scam ArtistsThere are numerous companies of very dubious reputation offering to help authors get published, and sadly many writers fall prey to these scams, often out of frustration and discouragement.
West Chester, Pennsylvania, Warns of Scam Artists Threatening to Kill ProfessionalsScam artists are terrorizing individuals by sending threatening to kill them if a payment is not received.- Common Everyday Scams to Avoid -- How to Safe Guard Your Money and IdentityIt seems as though in todays world the scam artists are never at a loss for ways to obtain peoples personal and financial information. Whether by mail, phone or internet, these sharks continue to take advantage of innocent hard working individuals every day.
Top Scams of 2006 and How to Avoid Getting Scammed in 2007What were the top scam of 2006 and how can you avoid getting scammed in 2007? As consumers get more savvy to scams, the scammers are creating new ploys to swindle hard-working folks out of their money.
Top Ten Scams of 2006The shift in economy and technological advancements left consumers wide open for all sorts of fraudulent activity in 2006. How many of these were YOU prey to?- Avoiding Scam Artists on CraigslistYou've probably heard about the scams that are currently running amok with regard to eBay, PayPal, online banking, Amazon, UBid and several other Internet sites, but have you considered the scams you might find on the popular classifieds website: Craigslist.org?
- Online Dating Scam ArtistsWhat are the typical traits of a person who is out to take your money?
Scams Used to Target the ElderlyThis article is about a few of the scams that are being run all over the USA that are targeted at the elderly population.
Korean Travel: Beware of Scam Artists, Taxi DriversAn experienced traveler shares good advice on how to avoid getting ripped off at the airport and beyond.- Avoid Internet Scamming with These Tips and TricksRead this article to avoid those pesky scam and frauders among the internet marketing business. This article will help you pick out and decipher if things are actually a scam or are legitimate.
- Homeless Scam ArtistsWhen looking to give a few bucks to a street person, you may often find yourself donating to a scam artist instead.
Home Improvement Project TipsThere are many good contractors in the business of home improvement. But, there are a few who give everyone else a bad name. Learn how to protect yourself against them.- Be Wary of Scholarship ScamsMany students and parents are defrauded each year by scams for scholarships. Use this helpful information to avoid becoming another victim.





