False Profits: Spotting the Red Flags of Investment Scams
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The desire for riches beyond our dreams can obscure even the most obvious signs of an investment scam, blinding us to the red flags and warnings. It goes some way to explaining why Australians lose more money to dodgy investments than any other type of scam. In this episode, learn to open your eyes, spot the signs, and beware of false profits. Featuring: Joe - investment scam victim Ken Gamble - Executive Chairman of IFW Global Kirsty Dunn - Director of Communications, Tinder Australia Hosted by Deb Knight and Trevor Long, Anatomy of a Scam is made in collaboration with CommBank. Stay CommBank Safe with services that help protect you from scams and fraud. Remember 3 simple steps: Stop. Check. Reject. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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