• Don’t invest in anything based on appearances. Just because an individual or company has a flashy web site doesn’t mean it is legitimate. Web sites can be created in just a few days. After a short period of taking money, a site can vanish without a trace.

• Don’t invest in anything you are not absolutely sure about. Do your homework on the investment to ensure that it is legitimate.

• Do your homework on the individual or company to ensure that they are legitimate.

• Check out other web sites regarding this person/company.

• Don’t judge a person/company by their web site.

• Be cautious when responding to special investment offers (especially through unsolicited e-mail).

• Be cautious when dealing with individuals/companies from outside your own country.

• Inquire about all the terms and conditions.

• If it sounds too good to be true it probably is.