The Crime of Fraud. How to detect scams in time?

Scams are a criminal act that have been with us for a long time. In fact, they have been around since the idea of ​​assigning a value to both concepts and objects occurred. 

Currently, the number of scams throughout Spain is growing considerably because the internet has become an ideal place to commit this crime. Therefore, through this article we will explain a series of tips that will be very useful when it comes to detecting a possible scam in time.

What is a scam?

There are numerous ways to define the concept of scam and one of the simplest is the following; A scam is a dishonest plan that aims to steal money or something else of value. This plan, which is also known as fraud or scam, requires different protagonists such as the scammer and the victim.

How to act in case of scam? 

In the event that you are the victim of a scam, it is essential to act quickly and, in addition, it is recommended that you let yourself be guided by specialists and professionals in this sector. 

One of the most advisable options is to request help from a lawyer specialized in scams, since they will guide you through all the steps you have to take to resolve this uncomfortable and unpleasant situation. 

One of the most discouraging details is that the vast majority of scams are not reported and this situation is due to all kinds of causes such as feelings of shame or guilt, as well as the belief that it is not possible to recover the scammed money.

However, if we report the case and have specialized advice, not only do we have real possibilities of recovering what we have been scammed, but we will also be collaborating to prevent new victims from being scammed.

What are the most common scams? 

We have already commented that the internet has become an ideal place for criminals to commit all kinds of scams and it is that we are facing a place where it is easier to deceive the victim. 

One of the most popular scams is known as phishing and consists of discovering the victim's confidential data such as credit card number or user credentials. 

To do this, scammers often send emails posing as banks or multinational companies, so it is not surprising that many people end up being victims of this scam. 

How to avoid phishing? It is essential not to offer, under any circumstances, this type of confidential data under any circumstances, especially if they request it via email.

We now mention another scam known as Catfishing and that takes place on dating and dating apps. In this case, the scammer gains trust with the victim with the sole purpose of defrauding her. It is also known as a "romance scam" and is one of the most popular today.

Home Rental Scams 

Searching for rental housing has become one of the most common options among those who need a place to live. However, it is also a place where scams are the order of the day and there are scammers who post false ads and request an early deposit.

Once they achieve the objective, they erase all traces and break communication with the victim. For this reason, it is important to carry out this type of procedure in person and, if possible, with professionals with extensive experience in this sector.

Multi-Level Marketing Scams

Finally, we cannot conclude this list of common scams without mentioning the multilevel marketing system, better known as the pyramid system. Without a doubt, this is the most common type of scam on the internet and it is presented as an excellent opportunity to earn a lot of money easily and quickly. 

This seductive hook makes it possible for many victims to be trapped by this system, which is designed so that a few users earn money at the expense of the losses of the vast majority of those who invest. 

For this reason, it is essential to be wary of those businesses that offer you too advantageous conditions, especially in those cases where they ask you to invest money to start the business.

How to protect yourself from a scam?

The best way to avoid being scammed is, in essence, to use common sense. That is, not offer our confidential data or be wary of jobs with too favorable conditions. In case you perceive that you may have been scammed, contact criminal lawyers, scam specialists.

Another of the most useful tips that we have when it comes to avoiding a scam is to track the company that has contacted us on the internet, since it is an alternative that will allow us to know if it is a scam.

In short, there are many alternatives you have when it comes to avoiding being scammed.