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= Advance-fee scam
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An advance-fee scam is a type of financial fraud where the scammer asks the victim to pay money upfront in order to receive a larger sum of money or a promised benefit later. These scams often involve a con artist posing as a legitimate entity or individual, such as a banker, government official, or wealthy foreigner, and they typically promise the victim a substantial return for a minimal initial investment.