There are many types of scams. With our personal information publicly available, it’s easier than ever for scammers to act in a way that makes you think you know them.

Here’s our list of top scams on the rise and how to avoid them:

1: Romance scam: https://www.fbi.gov/how-we-can-help-you/safety-resources/scams-and-safety/common-scams-and-crimes/romance-scams

 

2: Grandparents scam: https://www.fbi.gov/news/stories/the-grandparent-scam

 

3: Lottery scam: https://www.fbi.gov/news/stories/-scammers-target-the-elderly-in-lottery-fraud

 

4: Cryptocurrency scam: https://www.fbi.gov/news/press-releases/press-releases/fbi-expects-a-rise-in-scams-involving-cryptocurrency-related-to-the-covid-19-pandemic