The main point to remember is that the greater the potential profit, the greater the risk and when promises of excessive profits cloud your judgement, you may very well end up losing much more than your shirt. Personal Documents of Identity Take particular care of any documents which will enable a thief to impersonate you. Be aware of this. Generous offers may be just a means of arousing your interest in a dubious scheme. Beware of paying fees for services before they are delivered.
Cash Transactions Be wary of individuals who insist on dealing in cash.
The use of cash is often an indication that proper accounting records are not being kept. Be particularly careful about paying cash in advance. Spread Do not put all your eggs in one basket - for example, never commit all your life savings to a single investment scheme. Always take your time to consider what you are doing. Overseas Organisations Be particularly cautious about investing in any organisation based abroad, as, in the event of difficulty, it will probably be beyond the jurisdiction of the British Courts.