Glossary

What is Investment scam?

Personal money

A scheme that promises high, guaranteed or fast returns, often paying old members with new members' money.

Think of it like: A chain letter: early players are paid by later ones, until new players run out.
Real example: Promises like "10% a month, guaranteed" are a classic red flag. Check your regulator's list of licensed firms and its warning list.
Lesson: Spot an investment scam

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