A phone call from a government employee asking for money or offering to give it away is a red flag! The government will never ask for money or give money away over the telephone.
Romance Scam
Matters of the heart can blur common sense. If you're asked to send money to a new acquaintance, often with a sense of urgency, be alert to this "red flag" - it may be a scam.
Person-in-Need Scam
Receiving a frantic phone call that involves a person in need can cause panic and confusion. Create a "red flag" by making sure family members can recognize these scams.
ScamAwareness.org is a non-profit organization dedicated to educating Americans about scams.
