Foreign money offers
These are also referred to as inheritance scams and fake business proposals. Posing as a lawyer, the scammer sends you a request to transfer a large sum of money to a foreign account in another country.
Means of contact
- Text
- Phone
- Fax
Scammers will notify you that you need to pay fees so they can release the money you've inherited, you've paid up front for a business opportunity, or to support illegal activities in another country.
Tactics used
- Appears to come from a lawyer or a legal organization
- Provides fraudulent letters of inheritance, fake business proposals, or other requests for funds
- Advises you that you need to pay fees before your money can be released