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OAP Helps Jail Rogue Roofer
A local brave OAP has helped put a rogue trader behind bars. The rogue roofer has admitted to ripping off vulnerable people within the local community. Including charging over £42,000 for replacing a few tiles and simple guttering. Four victims helped jail the rogue trader for three and a half years for carrying out shoddy and un-necessary works to homes. It is not known how many people this t
[06 Mar 2008]
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Bogus Home Working Scheme
Money making scams at home feed off our need to believe that there has to a better way of earning money. Some scams just promise a few extra quid whilst others promise riches.
[06 Mar 2008]
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Identity Theft
Identity theft affects over 100,000 people every year. By obtaining a few of your personal details it is possible for a criminal to open up bank accounts, obtain credit cards, claim benefits and also apply for official documents such as a driving licence, all of which will be traceable to you. By following a few simple rules you can protect yourself from becoming a victim of identity theft.
[06 Mar 2008]
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Spotting a Rogue Trader Cold Calling
Genuine traders do not normally cold call. Common phrases used by rogues i) "we are only in the area today" ii) "we are doing a job down the road and we've got some tarmac left over" iii) "I was passing and just noticed" They will start off being friendly but eventually will try to make you feel under pressure. The will generally insist on starting work the same day that
[06 Mar 2008]
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Future Prediction
This is one of the most common direct mail scams. Letters from so-called psychics or clairvoyants promise to make predictions that will change your life forever - for a small fee
[06 Mar 2008]
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