Tips for protecting yourself from getting scammed

• Use your common sense: consider the possibility that the offer may be a scam.
• Remember there are no get-rich-quick schemes, guaranteed or high yielding investments: the only people who make money are the scammers.
• Do not let anyone pressure you into making decisions about money or investments: always get independent financial advice.
• Remember that family members and friends may try to involve you in a scam without realising that it is a scam – you should seek independent advice (from a lawyer or trusted financial adviser)
• Be wary of investments promising a high return with little or no risk.
• If it looks too good to be true, it probably is.