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Real scam stories

These really happened, to famous people and everyday families alike. Each short story shows how the scam worked, and the simple habit that would have stopped it.

How Tiger Woods Fell Victim to Identity Theft, and How You Can Protect Yourself

A thief stole the identity of golf legend Tiger Woods, and the same simple steps protect yours.

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How Cristiano Ronaldo Was Scammed Out of £250,000

A trusted travel agent defrauded the football star of £250,000, and why it pays to watch your own accounts.

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How Kiefer Sutherland Lost $869,000 in a Cattle Investment Scam

The actor lost $869,000 to an investment scam, and how to recognize the same trap before you do.

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Tech Support Scam: A Story of Deception and Awareness

A retired man nearly falls for a tech-support pop-up, and the simple habit that saves him just in time.

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Romance Scams: A True Story, and How to Protect the People You Love

A warm, true-to-life story of an online romance scam, and how to protect the people you care about.

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Your Check Is in Danger

A Social Security phone scam, and the one rule that stops it: the government never calls to demand payment.

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