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INS Correspondent by INS Correspondent
March 22, 2025
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Be a well-informed investor (By Irshad Mushtaq)
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Modern financial scammers have become adept at using technology to trick individuals, including those in Kashmir, out of their money. Here are some common techniques and ways to protect against these scams:

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Techniques Used by Scammers

Emotional Manipulation: Scammers use emotional appeals to gain trust, sometimes pretending to be someone in distress or offering high returns on investments that seem too good to be true.

Fake Websites: They create well-designed fake websites to give a sense of legitimacy. These sites often mimic real financial institutions or investment firms, complete with attractive offers and testimonials.

Phishing Calls: Often scammers initiate contact through phone calls, which can seem official or urgent. They might ask for personal information, claiming it’s necessary for a transaction or verification.

Social Engineering: They exploit human psychology by building rapport or creating a sense of urgency, causing victims to act quickly without verifying the information.

False Guarantees: Scammers promise high returns with little to no risk, playing on the desire for quick financial gain.

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Small Initial Payments: To establish trust, scammers may make small, genuine-seeming payouts, encouraging the victim to invest more substantial amounts later.

How To Protect Yourself

Verify Credentials: Always check if the company or individual is registered with a legitimate financial regulator. Authentic businesses usually have their registration details publicly accessible.

Check Contact Information: Verify provided contact information, such as landline numbers, email addresses, and physical addresses using reliable sources. Be wary if they only provide a mobile number or insist on unconventional communication platforms.

Double-Check Websites: Look for grammatical errors, strange URLs, or inconsistencies on websites. Use tools like Google Maps to verify addresses and consider third-party reviews.

No Third-Party Payments: Avoid making payments to unknown third parties, and ensure transactions are through secure, traceable means.

Raise Awareness and Educate: Communities, particularly those vulnerable to fraud like in Kashmir, should be educated about common scams, financial literacy, and how to verify investment opportunities.

Consult Professionals: Before making any investment or financial commitment, consult with a financial advisor or someone you trust.

Being aware, cautious, and informed are key elements to protecting yourself from scammers.
Excited to learn from the insights of @Irshad Mushtaq, Writer, Investor, Entrepreneur & Founder of M I Securities! Connect for valuable financial advice at [email protected]

Disclaimer: This article is for information only and doesn’t offer investment advice. It’s not an endorsement or an offer to buy or sell any financial products. If you decide to act on the information here, you do so at your own risk.

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