Can you spot a scam artist?

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    Scam artists – often referred to as scammers or fraudsters – are using increasingly sophisticated methods to try to gain access to your money and personal data.

    These methods include bogus websites, social media adverts, texts, calls and emails. The scammers may offer financial products such as:

    • Investments promising high returns
    • Pensions and savings products with eye-catching benefits
    • Mortgages and loans
    • Cheap insurance policies

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    What are the most common types of scams?

    How do you protect yourself from scams?

    We asked members of the public about the steps they take to protect themselves from financial fraud/scams. Their responses highlight the prevalence and variety of scams being used to target individuals, and what people are doing to stay one step ahead of the scam artists.

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    Take the “SAFE” test

    If you are considering buying that product or dealing with that firm, through a website or social media, or if you receive an unsolicited phone call, email, text message or pop-up box out of the blue, take the SAFE test first.

    Can you spot a scam artist? Take the SAFE test

    Please also remember that the Central Bank will never contact you asking for money or your PPS number.

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