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Secret Menace Magazine: The Return of the Grifters

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Secret Menace Magazine is back with a new issue dedicated to the grifters of the world. From con artists to pyramid schemers, these criminals are taking advantage of people's trust and making off with their money. This issue of Secret Menace Magazine exposes the tactics of these grifters and provides tips on how to avoid becoming a victim.

Who are the Grifters?

Grifters are criminals who use deception and fraud to obtain money or property from others. They are often skilled con artists who can talk their way into people's trust. Grifters may also use pyramid schemes, identity theft, or other scams to steal from their victims.

Secret Menace Magazine: The Return of The Grifters

by Martin Fitzgerald

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Language	:	English
File size	:	19382 KB
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Print length	:	416 pages

Con Artists

Con artists are grifters who use deception to trick people into giving them money or property. They may pose as someone they are not, such as a doctor, lawyer, or police officer. They may also use fake documents or stories to gain people's trust. Once they have gained a person's trust, con artists will often ask for money or property for a "sure thing" investment or opportunity. However, these investments and opportunities are usually scams, and the con artist will disappear with the money.

Pyramid Schemers

Pyramid schemes are scams that promise investors a large return on their investment. However, pyramid schemes are actually illegal, and they often collapse, leaving investors with nothing. Pyramid schemes work by recruiting new investors to pay for the profits of earlier investors. However, as the scheme grows, it becomes increasingly difficult to recruit new investors, and the scheme eventually collapses.

Identity Thieves

Identity thieves are grifters who steal people's personal information, such as their Social Security number, credit card number, or driver's license number. Identity thieves may use this information to open new credit accounts, make purchases, or file fraudulent tax returns. Identity theft can be a devastating crime, and it can take years to repair the damage.

How to Avoid Becoming a Victim

There are a number of things you can do to avoid becoming a victim of a grifter. First, be wary of anyone who approaches you with a too-good-to-be-true deal. If something sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Second, never give out your personal information to someone you don't know. Third, be careful about who you trust. If you are approached by someone who seems too friendly or too interested in you, be careful. They may be trying to gain your trust so they can take advantage of you.

If you believe you have been the victim of a grifter, report the crime to the police. You can also file a complaint with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC). The FTC investigates fraud and deceptive business practices. You can file a complaint online or by calling 1-877-FTC-HELP.