Inheritance Scam
Fake inheritances from unknown deceased relatives.
Inheritance Scam in one clear explanation
Fake inheritances from unknown deceased relatives.
- Email from lawyer claims distant relative died leaving you millions
- To transfer funds, you must pay legal fees, taxes, or bribes
- Primer paso: You wont inherit from strangers
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Cómo funciona esta estafa
Email from lawyer claims distant relative died leaving you millions
To transfer funds, you must pay legal fees, taxes, or bribes
Fees keep increasing, inheritance never materializes
Cómo protegerse
- ✓ You wont inherit from strangers
- ✓ Never pay to receive money
- ✓ Verify through legitimate lawyers
- ✓ Report to FTC
Preguntas frecuentes
What is Inheritance Scam?
Fake inheritances from unknown deceased relatives.
How does Inheritance Scam work?
Email from lawyer claims distant relative died leaving you millions To transfer funds, you must pay legal fees, taxes, or bribes Fees keep increasing, inheritance never materializes
How can I protect myself from Inheritance Scam?
You wont inherit from strangers Never pay to receive money Verify through legitimate lawyers Report to FTC
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Recursos oficiales
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FTC Consumer AdviceUS consumer guidance for scams, fraud patterns, and reporting options.
FBI Internet Crime Complaint CenterOfficial reporting channel for internet-enabled crime in the United States.