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Unexpected Money Scams
Unexpected money scams promise an inheritance, investment return, refund, grant, or other windfall. The victim is then asked to pay a fee or disclose sensitive information before receiving funds that do not exist.
Recognise the pattern
Common warning signs
- You did not enter the programme or transaction mentioned
- Payment is required before funds can be released
- The sender asks for secrecy or urgent action
- Documents use inconsistent names, logos, or contact details
- Payment is requested by crypto, gift card, or wire transfer
Protect your position
What to do next
Verify the organisation using contact details you find independently.
Preserve the message and payment trail.
Tell your bank promptly if you disclosed details or sent money.
How Equity Claims helps
Organise the case before taking the next step.
We review the information you provide, create a clear chronology, identify missing evidence, and explain the organisations that may need to be contacted.
We do not promise a recovery outcome. Options depend on the payment method, jurisdiction, elapsed time, available evidence, and the response of third parties.
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Tell us what happened.
Share the facts you have. We will explain sensible next steps without promising a particular outcome.