An increasing number of individuals are falling victim to investment fraud. In this threat alert, we highlight three common scamming techniques and the group most vulnerable to being targeted. Investment scams are becoming increasingly common, with a significant rise in reported cases in 2024. Men in their 50s and 60s
Fraudsters are exploiting the holiday rush by targeting homeowners with a devious parcel scam. Using stolen personal details and online shopping platforms, they intercept deliveries and leave innocent victims with the bill. This scam begins when fraudsters create accounts on popular shopping platforms like Amazon or Zalando, using someone else’s
If you’re new to the world of property ownership it’s quite possible you haven’t a clue what a conveyancer does. This article seeks to give you a broad appreciation of their role in the home buyer process. When buying or selling property, the process of transferring ownership of the legal
Le Monde has uncovered that the whereabouts of top politicians like Donald Trump, Vladimir Putin and Emmanuel Macron can easily be traced on the Strava accounts of their bodyguards. This incident shows how personal tech devices can compromise privacy and security. Strava is a popular fitness tracking app which allows
There are costs associated with buying a property that requires discipline, vigilance, and careful planning. In this article we discuss common first buyer money-traps and how to avoid them. Understand your budget Your first home purchase requires a little introspection. Look at your finances, have a clear understanding of your
The #1 issue for investors is how to get started! If you have made a decision – what the next step? Well, are you going to do the research yourself or involve a buyers agent? Many investors mistakenly evaluate their investment properties using the same criteria they use when they
Phishers are increasingly targeting job applicants by posting fake job listings on popular job sites, with students being the primary target. But not to worry. With our what-to-do’s, you’ll sniff these fraudsters out in no time. What typically happens is that someone, often a student, comes across a (fake) job
The coming weeks will see millions of Aussies enjoy a well-earned getaway, and for some, a memorable holiday will inspire plans to buy a holiday home. But is it a good idea? And can a weekender still stack up financially? We explain what to consider plus tips to fund a
Want to grow your investment portfolio but have most of your wealth tied up in your family home? You may be able to leverage recent gains in the property market as equity for an investment property. Let’s take a look. We all have a few financial goals. And right now, investing in
If blackmailers knew where you lived, would you pay up? A new scam confronts victims with exactly this conundrum, using Google Maps as a tool of intimidation. And if they don’t pay, the scammers will pay them… a visit! The scam starts with the criminals accessing personal information that was
Thinking of holding off buying until interest rates fall? Wait until you see what could happen to home prices. Here’s why it could make sense to buy sooner rather than later if you’re home loan-ready. September saw the nation’s official cash rate kept on hold once again. But there is growing
Looking forward to the ultimate shopping event of the year? You’re not the only one. Cyber criminals are gearing up for Black Friday as well, hoping to trick you with increasingly sophisticated scams. Here are four common tactics they use. “Now 75% off on LEGO! Selling out fast!” Screaming headlines like these
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