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Scam Alert - How to Recognize the Warning Signs and Prevent losing Money

True Story :   I gave $400 USD to a “so-called-mechanic” to fix my car who promised to get me a great deal and provide a service for me - then he walked smooth away with my money. I’ve not heard from him since. How did this happen?   Poor decision making and simply not paying attention to the warning signs.  The problem is, artists tend to be very open and trusting people.   We want to give everyone a chance, because that’s how we think when in essence not everyone thinks the same. There are very clear signs that one should consider - almost like a Pre-Screen before we handing anyone with our money! According to  The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau a potential scammer will find a way to c reate a sense of urgency or emergency to play on your emotions to get you to act quickly. If you’re in a desperate situation or are vulnerable you become even more of a target for their antics.  Watch out if someone: Pressures you to act right away by telling you the ...