Cra scams mail

The frustration of dealing with scam mail!

Here are some common types of scams that may arrive in the mail:

  1. Phony prize notifications: You receive a letter or email claiming you've won a prize or contest, but you didn't enter. Scammers ask for money or personal information to "claim" your prize.
  2. Investment scams: You're offered an investment opportunity with unusually high returns, but it's likely a Ponzi scheme or a scam to steal your money.
  3. Debt collection scams: Scammers claim you owe money to a fake debt collector or creditor, and demand payment.
  4. Charity scams: Scammers pose as representatives of a charity, asking for donations or personal information.
  5. Lottery and sweepstakes scams: You're told you've won a large sum of money, but you need to pay a fee or provide personal information to claim your prize.
  6. Fake checks and money orders: Scammers send you a check or money order that's larger than the amount you're owed, and ask you to deposit it and send the excess back to them.
  7. Identity theft scams: Scammers send you a letter or email claiming to be from a government agency or financial institution, asking for personal information to "verify" your identity.
  8. Credit card scams: Scammers send you a fake credit card offer or ask you to provide your credit card information to "verify" your account.
  9. Government grant scams: Scammers claim you're eligible for a government grant or loan, but you need to pay a fee or provide personal information to apply.
  10. Fake insurance and warranty scams: Scammers offer you fake insurance or warranty products, claiming they'll protect your property or assets.

To avoid falling victim to these scams:

  1. Be cautious of unsolicited mail: Don't respond to mail or emails from unknown senders.
  2. Verify the sender: Check the sender's address and phone number to ensure it's legitimate.
  3. Don't give out personal information: Never provide personal information, such as your Social Security number, credit card numbers, or bank account information, to unknown senders.
  4. Research the company: Look up the company online to see if they're legitimate and have a good reputation.
  5. Don't pay upfront: Be wary of requests for payment before receiving a product or service.
  6. Report suspicious mail: If you receive suspicious mail, report it to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) or your local authorities.

Remember, if it seems too good to be true, it probably is!