Here's the problem: many of us in the United Kingdom
want cash and we want it fast. That's what made the PPI claims industry boom
and why claims managers are earning so much. But like some rogue claims
companies, we can end up getting scammed.
Lottery scams is another way we get swindled for
money. They collect numbers illegally through back-end arrangements with some
top telecom companies worldwide.
The thing is, UK's populace, especially the elderly,
aren't sending just £1000s. They're sending millions, and we send about £270m
yearly to scammers from Africa, Jamaica and other areas of Asia.
We all know that gangs are behind this. But their
anonymity is their weapon. So here are…
Ways To Avoid This Situation
Check Credentials
A polite voice talks to you from a call centre.
Immediately, their professional tone and mention of specific documentation can
make you fall for their death trap. Better make sure you check the credentials
behind this service.
Most of these companies will have a website describing
their services' detail. Check with authorities regarding the existence of these
companies first before proceeding.
Be Sceptical About Anonymous Money-Sending
Anonymous money sending services needed to pay?
They're asking you to buy some cash vouchers from financial institutions? Gift
cheques for an international grocery line being asked from you? All of these
are very sketchy! Drop the phone and forget about it.
Grammar
Perhaps grammar, literally the uneven tone of writing
and the use of unconventional phrases in email scams should help you avoid
phishing.
Read the sentence carefully. If you spot one single
error, forget about the deal.
