Module 4, Page 5 – Investment Scam Awareness. What to do if an offer sounds too good to be true?

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Golden Rules.

1 – If someone promises guaranteed profits, it is a scam.

2 – Real investments carry risk. Scammers say no risk.

3 – Never send money, crypto, or personal info to someone who contacted you first.

4 – Research before investing. Do not trust flashy websites or fast talkers.

5 – Talk to someone you trust before making any decision.

The national picture. These scams are part of a much bigger story. In 2025, Americans 60 and older reported losing $7.748 billion to online fraud across 201,266 victims. Read Stolen Trust, our 2026 special study that maps the full elder-fraud landscape, with five years of FBI data and one practical plan to fix it.