How do the scams work?
Pension and investment scams
Pension and investment scams are often difficult to spot as they're designed to look genuine.
- People who operate investment scams use sophisticated techniques to build trust and convince even the most experienced investors out of their savings.
- We are aware that people are being contacted unexpectedly for a ‘free pension review’. It could be a phone call, an email, text message or an offer in an online advert.
- While these offers appear to be legitimate, most of the firms and individuals involved in these offers are not authorised or regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.
Remember
If an investment opportunity sounds too good to be true then it usually is.
Scamsmart
Don't let a scammer enjoy your retirement!
- The Pension Regulator (TPR) has launched a new campaign so everyone can understand how to protect themselves from scammers.
- Learn how to spot the signs and check who you're dealing with on the ScamSmart website to give yourself the biggest protection against fraudsters.
4 simple steps from the FCA to protect yourself from scammers
Step 1
Reject unexpected offers
Step 2
Check who you're dealing with
Step 3
Don't be rushed or pressured
Step 4
Get impartial information or advice
Cyber aware
How to avoid becoming a victim of financial crime
While financial crimes comes in many different forms, it's important to protect yourself as best you can.
- To make sure you don't get caught out, you need to be prepared to spot the signs of fraud and cyber-crime to keep you and your money safe.
- Being a victim of a cyber-attack has many implications, so staying secure online is essential to protecting your personal identity and finances.
Do you suspect fraud?
If you're worried that you may be suspecting fraud, and you have an LV= policy, contact us on the number below. Or alternatively, you can email us.
Mon to Thu - 8am - 8pm, Fri 8am - 6pm
For Text Phone first dial 18001
Calls will be recorded and/or monitored for training and audit purposes.
For Text Phone first dial 18001
Calls will be recorded and/or monitored for training and audit purposes.
If you don't have an LV= policy, you can report your financial crime suspicions to Cheat Line on: 0800 633 5760.