Four Signs That It’s a Scam
 

Scammers PRETEND to be from an organization you know.

1. Scammers say there’s a PROBLEM or a PRIZE.
2. Scammers PRESSURE you to act immediately.
3. Scammers tell you to PAY in a specific way.

 
How To Avoid a Scam
 
Don’t give your personal or financial information in response to a request that you didn’t expect.
Stop and talk to someone you trust.
Resist the pressure to act immediately.
Know how scammers tell you to pay.

For more information visit 
https://consumer.ftc.gov/articles/how-avoid-scam