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The Book of Scams

Author : Rodney Hobson
Publisher : Harriman House Limited
ISBN 13 : 0857195158
Total Pages : 176 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (571 download)

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Download or read book The Book of Scams written by Rodney Hobson and published by Harriman House Limited. This book was released on 2016-02-01 with total page 176 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: These days fraudsters operate on a massive scale that was previously unimaginable. Thousands of people from all walks of life are relieved of billions of pounds each year. No-one knows the full scale of fraud because embarrassed victims often fail to report it. Despite all the press coverage, people keep falling for old tricks that often re-emerge in new guises. Scammers are ingenious, utterly ruthless and without conscience. Rodney Hobson, author of the best-selling beginners guide to stock market investing Shares Made Simple, has produced the first definitive guide to scams, categorising the different types, listing tell-tale signs and advising how to spot a fraudster and avoid becoming the next victim. This makes the basic principles behind each type of scam more recognisable and it shows how scams have evolved and re-emerged over time. Danger lurks for those unwary souls who part only too readily with their hard-earned cash and this book will help you be alert to the risks. It is also meant to entertain, as we learn to grudgingly admire as well as despise the ingenious crooks who lurk in the shadows.

The Little Black Book of Scams

Author : Industry Canada
Publisher : Competition Bureau Canada
ISBN 13 : 1100232400
Total Pages : 44 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (2 download)

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Download or read book The Little Black Book of Scams written by Industry Canada and published by Competition Bureau Canada. This book was released on 2014-03-10 with total page 44 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Canadian edition of The Little Black Book of Scams is a compact and easy to use reference guide filled with information Canadians can use to protect themselves against a variety of common scams. It debunks common myths about scams, provides contact information for reporting a scam to the correct authority, and offers a step-by-step guide for scam victims to reduce their losses and avoid becoming repeat victims. Consumers and businesses can consult The Little Black Book of Scams to avoid falling victim to social media and mobile phone scams, fake charities and lotteries, dating and romance scams, and many other schemes used to defraud Canadians of their money and personal information.

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Frauds, Scams, and Cons

Author : Duane Swierczynski
Publisher : Penguin
ISBN 13 : 9780028644158
Total Pages : 292 pages
Book Rating : 4.6/5 (441 download)

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Book Synopsis The Complete Idiot's Guide to Frauds, Scams, and Cons by : Duane Swierczynski

Download or read book The Complete Idiot's Guide to Frauds, Scams, and Cons written by Duane Swierczynski and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2002-12-03 with total page 292 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: -- The main target for scams are those 50 years of age or older. -- This book will expose all the latest scams, frauds, and cons -- and can be updated yearly, if necessary, to expose all the latest schemes. Fraud -- credit card fraud, telemarketing scares, Internet scares, identity theft and hundreds of other items that are geared to separate you from your money -- is a multi-billion dollar business, both in the U.S. and worldwide. From a simple three-card monte game on a street corner to sophisticated banking and Wall Street swindles, cons, frauds and scams are destined to strike one in ten Americans this year. Check kiting, ATM scares, bankruptcy fraud, real estate scams, Nigerian money offers, and even slave reparation scams -- there are hundreds, maybe thousands, of ways to get suckered by telemarketers or just plain fast-talking swindlers. Scary stuff, right? This book identifies the myriad of scams, cons, and frauds perpetrated every minute of every day in this country, and gives cutting-edge, up-to-date advice on how you can protect yourself from unscrupulous cons of every conceivable stripe. There will also be an entertaining section on con artists through history, from the infamous grifters of the Great Depression to the masterminds of the recent Enron collapse -- perhaps one of the greatest scams in America's history.

Scammed

Author : Christopher Elliott
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1118108000
Total Pages : 238 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (181 download)

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Download or read book Scammed written by Christopher Elliott and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2011-12-27 with total page 238 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A leading consumer advocate reveals how to protect your money, time, and integrity from corrupt businesses Once upon a time store prices were simple and fair, businesses stood behind their products with guarantees free of fine print and loopholes, and companies genuinely seemed to care about their valued customers—but those days are long gone. In this groundbreaking exposé, consumer advocate Christopher Elliot reveals the broken relationship between American consumers and businesses and explains how companies came to believe that fooling their customers was a viable, and profitable, business plan. Scammed explores how companies control information to mislead, distort the truth, and even outright lie to their consumers. Exposes the various ways companies have led their war against information—from seductive ads, disingenuous fine print, and unconventional promotions that involve seeding discussion forums and blogs with company-friendly comments Offers consumers insider knowledge of the system, reasonable expectations, and a clear understanding of the games businesses play Christopher Elliott is one of the nation's foremost consumer advocates Protect yourself, your time, and your money from the predators of the consumer world. Armed with knowledge, readers will become far more discerning and every business's worst nightmare.

Don't Fall For It

Author : Ben Carlson
Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
ISBN 13 : 1119605164
Total Pages : 198 pages
Book Rating : 4.1/5 (196 download)

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Download or read book Don't Fall For It written by Ben Carlson and published by John Wiley & Sons. This book was released on 2020-01-02 with total page 198 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Learn financial and business lessons from some of the biggest frauds in history Why does financial fraud persist? History is full of sensational financial frauds and scams. Enron was forced to declare bankruptcy after allegations of massive accounting fraud, wiping out $78 billion in stock market value. Bernie Madoff, the largest individual fraudster in history, built a $65 billion Ponzi scheme that ultimately resulted in his being sentenced to 150 years in prison. People from all walks of life have been scammed out of their money: French and British nobility looking to get rich quickly, farmers looking for a miracle cure for their health ailments, several professional athletes, and some of Hollywood’s biggest stars. No one is immune from getting deceived when money is involved. Don’t Fall For It is a fascinating look into some of the biggest financial frauds and scams ever. This compelling book explores specific instances of financial fraud as well as some of the most successful charlatans and hucksters of all-time. Sharing lessons that apply to business, money management, and investing, author Ben Carlson answers questions such as: Why do even the most intelligent among us get taken advantage of in financial scams? What make fraudsters successful? Why is it often harder to stay rich than to get rich? Each chapter in examines different frauds, perpetrators, or victims of scams. These real-life stories include anecdotes about how these frauds were carried out and discussions of what can be learned from these events. This engaging book: Explores the business and financial lessons drawn from some of history’s biggest frauds Describes the conditions under which fraud tends to work best Explains how people can avoid being scammed out of their money Suggests practical steps to reduce financial fraud in the future Don’t Fall For It: A Short History of Financial Scams is filled with engrossing real-life stories and valuable insights, written for finance professionals, investors, and general interest readers alike.

Health Schemes, Scams, and Frauds

Author : Stephen Barrett
Publisher : Consumers Union U.S.
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 264 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (91 download)

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Download or read book Health Schemes, Scams, and Frauds written by Stephen Barrett and published by Consumers Union U.S.. This book was released on 1990 with total page 264 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This revised and updated edition of Health quackery is a consumer's guide to identifying and avoiding health quackery in the form of phony doctors, fraudulent nutritionists, dishonest dentists, and crooked therapists. Annotation copyrighted by Book News, Inc., Portland, OR

The Con

Author : James Munton
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN 13 : 1442207310
Total Pages : 225 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (422 download)

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Download or read book The Con written by James Munton and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2011-08-16 with total page 225 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Steering clear of cons requires a heightened awareness and healthy skepticism, along with an appreciation for just how widespread scams are. The Con: How Scams Work, Why You're Vulnerable, and How to Protect Yourself is an insightful, revealing look at scams, why they work, and how to avoid them. Through the use of personal narratives, the book teaches people to assess and reject advances, encounters, and approaches that do not meet sufficient standards of credibility.

How to Scam

Author : Hustler
Publisher : CreateSpace
ISBN 13 : 9781507882931
Total Pages : 34 pages
Book Rating : 4.8/5 (829 download)

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Download or read book How to Scam written by Hustler and published by CreateSpace. This book was released on 2015-02-07 with total page 34 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is a necessary read both for persons who see a living through scamming and for persons who want to avoid scammers. Failure to read this book is failure to get rich quick or avoid scammers. This is a book for educational purpose. Get rich by reading it now or don't read it and get scammed. The choice is yours.

Scam Me If You Can

Author : Frank Abagnale
Publisher : Penguin
ISBN 13 : 0525538976
Total Pages : 352 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (255 download)

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Download or read book Scam Me If You Can written by Frank Abagnale and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2019-08-27 with total page 352 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Are you at risk of being scammed? Former con artist and bestselling author of Catch Me If You Can Frank Abagnale shows you how to stop scammers in their tracks. Maybe you're wondering how to make the scam phone calls stop. Perhaps someone has stolen your credit card number. Or you've been a victim of identity theft. Even if you haven't yet been the target of a crime, con artists are always out there, waiting for the right moment to steal your information, your money, and your life. As one of the world's most respected authorities on the subjects of fraud, forgery, and cyber security, Frank Abagnale knows how scammers work. In Scam Me If You Can, he reveals the latest tricks that today's scammers, hackers, and con artists use to steal your money and personal information--often online and over the phone. Using plain language and vivid examples, Abagnale reveals hundreds of tips, including: • The best way to protect your phone from being hacked • The only time you should ever use a debit card • The one type of photo you should never post on social media • The only conditions under which you should use WiFi networks at the airport • The safest way to use an ATM With his simple but counterintuitive rules, Abagnale also makes use of his insider intel to paint a picture of cybercrimes that haven't become widespread yet.

The Book of Lies

Author : M. Hirsh Goldberg
Publisher : William Morrow & Company
ISBN 13 : 9780688084431
Total Pages : 269 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (844 download)

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Download or read book The Book of Lies written by M. Hirsh Goldberg and published by William Morrow & Company. This book was released on 1990-01-01 with total page 269 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Retelling some of the greates,t and smallest, lies ever told, the author presents a humorous collection of untruths, white lies, schemes, and scams

Scams!

Author : Andreas Schroeder
Publisher : Annick Press
ISBN 13 : 9781550378528
Total Pages : 164 pages
Book Rating : 4.3/5 (785 download)

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Download or read book Scams! written by Andreas Schroeder and published by Annick Press. This book was released on 2004 with total page 164 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Ten stories that explore some of the most outrageous swindlers and tricksters of all time. Scams! reveals 10 true tales of trickery that will mesmerize young readers. They will discover how the Germans planned to destroy the British economy during World War II by flooding the world with millions of fake British bank-notes. Scams! also includes: • The Tasady: Stone Age cavemen of the Philippines • The Shakespearean forgery of William Ireland • P.T. Barnum and his greatest show on earth • The creation of the Bibliotheca Phillipica • Le Grand Theresa • John Keely’s engine • Karl May’s extraordinary fiction Readers of any age will be enthralled by these stories of trickery exposed, where the strange twists and turns truly test the limits of credulity.

Gambling Scams

Author : Darwin Ortiz
Publisher : Lyle Stuart
ISBN 13 : 9780818405297
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (52 download)

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Download or read book Gambling Scams written by Darwin Ortiz and published by Lyle Stuart. This book was released on 2000-06 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explains how to watch for the techniques used to cheat at forms of gambling such as blackjack, craps, roulette, and backgammon.

The Case of the Superstar Scam

Author : Lewis B. Montgomery
Publisher : Astra Publishing House
ISBN 13 : 1575657562
Total Pages : 83 pages
Book Rating : 4.5/5 (756 download)

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Download or read book The Case of the Superstar Scam written by Lewis B. Montgomery and published by Astra Publishing House. This book was released on 2014-08-01 with total page 83 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Milo and Jazz uncover a super star scam using their STEM problem-solving skills in this tenth chapter in the series. When teen idol Starr Silveira comes to Westview to film an episode of her hit TV show, Super Starr, the entire town is abuzz. But when kids start receiving mysterious letters from "Starr" asking them to hand over their valuable show memorabilia, Milo and Jazz suspect one thing: a super scam! The Milo & Jazz Mysteries is an ideal series for beginning readers making the transition to chapter books. It also features “Super Sleuthing” activities in each book, including hidden pictures, puzzles, mini-mysteries, and quizzes—plus free online activities.

Ponzimonium

Author : Bartholomew H. Chilton
Publisher : Us Independent Agencies and Commissions
ISBN 13 :
Total Pages : 86 pages
Book Rating : 4.:/5 (318 download)

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Download or read book Ponzimonium written by Bartholomew H. Chilton and published by Us Independent Agencies and Commissions. This book was released on 2011-10-25 with total page 86 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: True stories of crime and punishment that will inform and educate anyone who wants to find out how to identify and avoid becoming entangled in an investment fraud.

Fraud!

Author : Marsha Bertrand
Publisher : AMACOM/American Management Association
ISBN 13 : 9780814470329
Total Pages : 265 pages
Book Rating : 4.4/5 (73 download)

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Download or read book Fraud! written by Marsha Bertrand and published by AMACOM/American Management Association. This book was released on 2000 with total page 265 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Tells how to avoid becoming a victim of fraud, using stories of real-life scams and interviews with state and federal regulators, victims of fraud, and con artists

The Boiler Room and Other Telephone Sales Scams

Author : Robert Joseph Stevenson
Publisher : University of Illinois Press
ISBN 13 : 9780252022654
Total Pages : 286 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (226 download)

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Book Synopsis The Boiler Room and Other Telephone Sales Scams by : Robert Joseph Stevenson

Download or read book The Boiler Room and Other Telephone Sales Scams written by Robert Joseph Stevenson and published by University of Illinois Press. This book was released on 1998 with total page 286 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: You'll marvel at Stevenson's insider knowledge of product houses, service shops, and other aspects of a major industry in which both employees and customers are in daily peril - the former of losing their jobs, and the latter of losing their money. In an epilogue, Stevenson discusses ethical issues involved when researchers conduct covert fieldwork in natural settings.

Handbook of Frauds, Scams, and Swindles

Author : Serge Matulich
Publisher : CRC Press
ISBN 13 : 9781420072860
Total Pages : 416 pages
Book Rating : 4.0/5 (728 download)

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Download or read book Handbook of Frauds, Scams, and Swindles written by Serge Matulich and published by CRC Press. This book was released on 2016-04-19 with total page 416 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: It has been said that scammers and swindlers often display characteristics commonly attributed to good leadership. These include setting a vision, communicating it clearly, and motivating others to follow their lead. But when these skills are used by unconscionable people to satisfy greed, how can the average person recognize that foul play is afoot? Providing a unique account of frauds throughout modern history, Handbook of Frauds, Scams, and Swindles: Failures of Ethics in Leadership compiles narratives from around the world, including a number of highly-publicized cases. Leading financial and investigative experts have authored the individual chapters, yet the book maintains a reader-friendly style. The result is a text that is highly engaging and most importantly, provides regulators and investigators with an understanding of the motivations and behavior common to the individuals behind these life-damaging crimes. The book includes a wealth of stories, including famous cases such as Ponzi, ZZZZ Best, Enron, Parmalat, and Vivendi, along with lesser-known scandals involving both corporations and individuals. There is also a section on frauds perpetrated for motives other than financial rewards, including instances when the government performed experiments on humans without their knowledge or consent, as well as stories on frauds involving science and religion. A section detailing the Arthur Anderson debacle discusses the compounding of a fraud when the supposed watchdog plays a complicit role. And recognizing that not every issue is black or white, the book also explores whether a hoax perpetrated in the name of a noble cause can ever be justified. By reviewing the tactics used by swindlers and the motivations that turned good people crooked, investigators and others will come to recognize the red flags that accompany unscrupulous behavior. In doing so, they may well learn how to head off potential disaster.