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People who have lost money are often targeted a second time. A new person promises to get it back if you pay a fee first. The FTC says anyone asking for money up front to recover your money is a scammer. There is still a way forward, and it starts with your bank and a report.
The warning signs
- A stranger finds you after you lost money
- They promise to get your money back
- They want payment up front
- They say they are from an agency or a recovery company
Source: FTC: refund and recovery scams
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