What Are Investment Scams?
Investment scams are fraudulent schemes that promise high or guaranteed returns with little or no risk. Scammers often present themselves as professional brokers, financial advisors, or trusted platforms, persuading victims to invest money into opportunities that do not exist or are deliberately misleading.
These scams commonly operate online and may involve fake websites, manipulated trading dashboards, pressure tactics, or false success stories designed to build trust and urgency.
Common Types of Investment Scams
Fake Investment Platforms
Scammers create professional-looking websites or apps that appear to show real investment activity. Victims may see fabricated profits, but are unable to withdraw funds once payments are made.
Advance-Fee Investment Schemes
Victims are asked to pay upfront fees for access to an investment opportunity, licensing, or account activation. After payment is made, the opportunity disappears or additional fees are demanded.
High-Yield or Guaranteed Return Schemes
These scams promise unusually high or risk-free returns, often using persuasive language and false success stories. Legitimate investments do not guarantee profits.
Broker or Firm Impersonation
Fraudsters impersonate licensed brokers, financial advisors, or well-known firms to gain trust. Communications and documents may appear authentic but are entirely fraudulent.
Pressure-Based Investment Offers
Victims are pressured to act quickly with claims of limited availability or expiring opportunities. This urgency is designed to prevent careful consideration or verification.
How We Help
At GetReclaim, we help individuals understand the nature of the investment scam they encountered and identify the appropriate next steps. This includes guidance on documenting the incident, preserving evidence, and filing complaints with the relevant authorities or institutions.
Our role is to provide clarity and structure after a scam, helping victims make informed decisions and reduce the risk of further loss.