Many scams are a combination of techniques. Be prepared to deal with investment scam artists. Spectacular profits are promised. High-pressure sales tactics are used. The caller is insistent on an immediate decision, or offers to have a courier driver in your area to stop by your home and pick up your check within minutes of the call.
Investment is promised to be guaranteed or without risk.
Recommendations are made based on rumors, tips, inside information, an unannounced new breakthrough, or the caller's ability to predict future events. Your credit card number is requested for ANY purpose. Written information, state securities registrations, or verifiable references are not willingly provided. They suggest that you invest on the basis of trust. Investment opportunities are in another country or are dependent on the participation of an offshore bank.