The Objective
of the Encyclopedia is to inform you of the Tricks used
by Crooks to steal your money and affect your well
being.
Using short and snappy information, each topic lists
Frauds, Scams, Cons and specific Red Flags that should
be avoided. You will also find organizations where you
can complain about crooks. Mouse over any Index Topic
located on the left to see key Red Flags or just click
on the Topic itself to enter the Encyclopedia.
To see a
full screen of any page, press F11, to return, press it again.
Universal Tips
Do Not take any
action if you are contacted by an unknown person
via: mail, email, social media, in person, telephone or
fax.
Although, you might miss an opportunity, you will stay
safe.
If it seems too good
to be true, it's probably not true
If it's FREE it's NOT
Music
You can view
a variety of short video clips of Scams/Frauds/Cons whenever you see this button
.
Most are from TV station investigative reporters. Although, the
clips may not show your
town, the issues are out there just the same! Sorry 2-3
have short station ads in front, their not our ads!
NOTICE: We provide this
Encyclopedia as a public service. Unfortunately we do not have
the manpower to answer all of your emails or questions on
specific topics. We, therefore, do not post our telephone number
or address as all our communications are through email.