Get rich quick schemes
Imagine the shame and guilt you'd feel at losing money you'd saved for your dreams or retirement. By all means try to make your savings work hard and grow fast, but keep your eyes open to the risks. If it sounds too good to be true, you'll probably end up the loser.
Have you been stung?
For financial products and services, contact ASIC's Infoline at infoline@asic.gov.au or 1300 300 630 if the scheme involves shares or investments.
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Illegal managed investment schemes
Your stories about financial offers too good to be true
ASIC's Pie In The Sky Awards for the most outrageous financial scheme
FIDO Website: Printed 01/06/2009
