Scam Me If You Can

Simple Strategies to Outsmart Today's Ripoff Artists
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Scam Me If You Can by Frank Abagnale offers readers practical advice and strategies to protect themselves from modern scams and fraudulent schemes. Drawing on his unique experiences, Abagnale provides insights into how con artists operate and outlines easy steps to avoid falling victim to their tactics, empowering readers to safeguard their personal and financial information.
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You might enjoy this book if you have an interest in protecting yourself from various scams and frauds, as it offers practical advice from a renowned expert. Frank Abagnale shares insights into how scammers think and operate, providing valuable tips to help you safeguard your personal information in everyday situations.

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Scam Me If You Can

Con artist Frank Abagnale, inspiration for the movie Catch Me If You Can, reveals the methods used to steal billions of dollars each year from unsuspecting citizens - and how to stop them.

Frank Abagnale reveals the methods used by the world's most skillful con artists to steal billions of dollars each year from unsuspecting Americans-and teaches five simple rules that will help us protect our money.

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Are you at risk of being scammed? Former con artist and bestselling author of Catch Me If You Can, Frank Abagnale, shows you how to stop scammers in their tracks.

Maybe you're wondering how to make the scam phone calls stop. Perhaps someone has stolen your credit card number, or you've been a victim of identity theft. Even if you haven't yet been the target of a crime, con artists are always out there, waiting for the right moment to steal your information, your money, and your life.

As one of the world's most respected authorities on the subjects of fraud, forgery, and cyber security, Frank Abagnale knows how scammers work. In Scam Me If You Can, he reveals the latest tricks that today's scammers, hackers, and con artists use to steal your money and personal informationβ€”often online and over the phone. Using plain language and vivid examples, Abagnale reveals hundreds of tips, including:

  • The best way to protect your phone from being hacked
  • The only time you should ever use a debit card
  • The one type of photo you should never post on social media
  • The only conditions under which you should use Wi-Fi networks at the airport
  • The safest way to use an ATM

With his simple but counterintuitive rules, Abagnale also makes use of his insider intel to paint a picture of cybercrimes that haven't become widespread yet.

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Scam Me If You Can by Frank Abagnale receives praise for its insightful guidance on avoiding financial fraud. The author, drawing on his past experiences, offers practical advice and real-life scenarios to help individuals protect themselves from scams. Readers and experts alike consider it a valuable resource in navigating the complexities of modern financial threats.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780525538967

Publisher: Penguin Putnam Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 27 August 2019

Country: United States

Imprint: Portfolio

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 140.0mm

Height: 215.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 352

About the Author

A former professional impostor and the author of the bestselling memoir, Catch Me If You Can, as well as The Art of the Steal and Stealing Your Life, Frank Abagnale is one of the world's most respected authorities on the subjects of fraud, forgery, and cyber security. A world-renowned consultant for more than four decades, he lectures at the FBI's Academy and field offices. More than 14,000 financial institutions, corporations, and law enforcement agencies use his fraud prevention programs. He consults with major corporate clients such as AARP, Experian, Intuit, and LexisNexis.

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