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Crackdown on Fraud must target new generation of online scams.

As people are becoming more and more aware of the types of scams out there, scammers are having to create new ones, to replace the old ones. We are all aware of Phising but have you heard about Vishing, Spoofing, Twishing and Smishing ?

Neither had we, but these are just some of the digital-age scams financial investigations unit’s all over the country are looking at. Here are some of the scams to look out for.

First there was Phishing, where fraudsters send out spoof emails in an attempt to steal personal information, such as passwords and banks … Read more

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Holidaymakers be warned, timeshare scams haven’t gone away !

Trading Standards are warning holidaymakers to be on alert whilst traveling abroad, for salespeople pressuring people into buying timeshares and holiday products, which could lead to people being parted with thousands of pounds of their hard earned cash.

Trading standards have seen a growing number of complaints from holidaymakers, regarding timeshare sales, holiday clubs, timeshare resale and timeshare exit companies. The watchdog is warning consumers not to let their guard down.  Warwickshire County Councillor, Andy Crump said: “Trading Standards are concerned that holidaymakers are still being approached whilst abroad and enticed by offers of further holiday Lodging opportunities, to … Read more

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Financial Ombudsman Service Review Too Lenient ?

Financial Ombudsman Service Independent reviewer calls for blanket response by FCA to mis-selling claims, but is the review too lenient?

Following an undercover investigation carried out by Channel 4 Dispatches programme, the government called for an independent reviewer to internally investigate FOS and the issues raised in the programme.

The review was carried out by former executive director of consumer rights organisation Which?, Richard Lloyd. The 53 page review concluded that although the service did need to improve, there was no evidence to support claims there is institutional bias against consumers within the service.

Among the allegations was that staff … Read more

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American Timeshare Fraudster Arrested In The Philippines

An American telemarketer wanted in the US for allegedly committing $6 Million worth of fraud, has been caught, after 6 years on the run.

 

Osvaldo Gonzales was initially arrested by authorities in the Philippines on suspicion of domestic violence. As Gonzales was not a permanent resident in the Philippines, authorities checked records held by the National Bureau Of Investigations. This showed he was wanted in the US for wire fraud.

Wire fraud is a crime in which a person concocts a scheme to defraud or obtain money based on false representation or promises. This criminal act is committed using … Read more

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Rise In Lenders Devaluing Homes.

Down valuation is on the rise and involves lenders valuing your future home at a significantly lower price, when in actuality it is worth thousands more. It counts for 1 in 5 property sales compared to 2 years ago, when this was just 1 in 20. It leaves buyers having to find thousands of pounds or face losing their property.

This rise is the highest it has been since the UK’s financial crash in 2008. Emoov’s chief exec, Russell Quirk said he is Convinced that the problem is due to surveyors underestimating the value to “cover their backs” when dealing … Read more

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£24 Million Worth Of Fraud Blocked

A Financial scam is committed every 15 seconds in the UK and can leave those affected in financial turmoil.

 

 

It has a devastating impact and often targets the most vulnerable people in society. Many people are left feeling socially Remote and too uncomfortable to discuss it with their friends and family.

A new scheme to target the problem, which was deemed out of control, was launched in May 2017. The Banking Protocol is a rapid response scheme and has, so far, led to 197 arrests and prevented £24 Million worth of attempted fraud.

Since March 2018, all 45 … Read more

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New Scams To Look Out For !

Be Aware: Financial Fraud can be Destructive for those targeted and, more often than not, it’s the most vulnerable at risk !

 

Credit cards have changed the way we live, making money easily accessible and improving our lifestyles, but alongside this is the growing problem of bank fraud, often with devastating consequences for the innocent victims that fall prey to these crimes.

The most concerning types of fraud which the police are keen to highlight, are currently being used to target the elderly and most vulnerable, are listed below:

The Delivery Thief: This tactic relies on the simple joy … Read more

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Timeshare Victims In Distress !

Praetorian Legal are representing a large number of claimants in relation to mis-sold timeshare contracts, many of which have bottle-necked with the Financial Ombudsman Service (FOS). These cases are ones where the finance provider has refused to acknowledge responsibility for the mis-selling of the contract, and so we have had no further option but to lodge complaints with the government body.

The Financial Ombudsman Service was set up by parliament as an independent public body to resolve individual Conflicts between consumers and businesses, fairly, reasonably, quickly and informally. As per their mission statement explains: “What matters most to us … Read more

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Notorious Timeshare Scammers Family Offer Reward To Find His Killer!

The family of a notorious criminal, originally from Solihull, have offered £100,000 reward to anyone who can help find his killer. John Palmer started out as a scrap metal dealer. He acquired the name ‘Goldfinger’ after he was cleared of handling stolen gold bullion in 1983.

He was shot dead 3 years ago in the garden of his Essex home, Police believe that this was carried out by a hired Gunman. Back in March 2016, detectives revealed Palmer may have been murdered over Gossip that he knew who had committed the Hatton Garden Heist and acted as an informant to … Read more

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Curry’s PC World Receives Thousands of Customer Complaints !

Curry’s PC World receives a barrage of customer complaints, and staff aren’t happy either !

Product after-care plans have been pushed by sales staff for many years and, in some cases, are well worth the money, by providing peace of mind and reassurance for many customers. However, it now seems that Curry’s customers are being charged for the insurance, even though they never signed up for it, or turned down the cover.

And staff on the sales floor are not happy either. We looked at Glassdoor.co.uk an online reviewer site where employees and former employees anonymously review companies. 539 reviews … Read more

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