Scam Alerts

Scams proliferate on the Internet and those who enter contests have not escaped the notice of scam artists.  Here are some common scams to be wary of as well as hints and tips on how to protect yourself.  Click the links below to see examples of these scam emails and letters.

You've Won A Lottery!
The problem is ... you didn't buy a ticket so don't be scamed.

Contact Your Bank
For some mysterious reason, a stranger is about to deposit money in your bank account ... all you have to do is provide them with all your private information and you will be an instant millionaire!

Represent Us
They want you to process their cheques because they are from a foreign country. They'll give you 5 - 20% of the money you process through your bank.