Stop Credit Card Fraud!
The new Stop Fraud! inkless thumbprinting system
can also stop bad checks!

Dear Merchant,    

     The fraudulent use of credit instruments is one of the fastest growing crimes in America today, but you don't have to be a victim.   The following article will reveal 10 warning signs that signal credit card fraud, and what to do if you encounter them.

10 Ways to Stop Credit Card Fraud:

1.  Does the signature on the sales slip match the signature on the back of the credit card?  Keep the card until the customer has signed the sales slip, then compare the signatures to make sure that they match.  If the signatures don't match, refuse the card and refer to the next section.

2.  Does the customer appear to be nervous or in a hurry?  If the customer seems uncomfortable with the transaction, you should be uncomfortable with the transaction, too.  Take at least one of the precautions listed in the next section.

3.  Are the embossed letters and numbers on the card of uniform size, height, and style, and are they aligned?  If not, the card could be counterfeit.

4.  Is the customer making unusual or inappropriate purchases?  Unusual or inappropriate purchases include indiscriminate, hasty, duplicate, or repeated purchases.

5.  Are the letters and numbers on the front of the card the same as the letters and numbers on the back of the card?   Examine the back of the card for evidence of re-embossing.  The original letters and numbers on a card that has been re-embossed will often appear on the back of the card, but not on the front.

6.  Does the customer insist on taking immediate delivery of merchandise that is difficult to handle?  This could indicate that the customer wants to keep his address a secret from you.

7.  Does the hologram on the card appear to be damaged or altered?  Holograms are difficult to reproduce on counterfeit cards.  A hologram that appears to be damaged or altered often signals a counterfeit card.

8.  Does the customer engage in distracting behavior?  If the customer chatters incessantly or otherwise seems to be trying to distract you, take your time in processing the transaction and refer to the next section.

9.  If you use an electronic terminal to swipe cards, does the account number on the terminal match the account number on the card?  If the numbers on the terminal don't match the numbers on the card, or if the display on the terminal reads "mismatched digits," do not accept the card and refer to the next section.

10.  Is the customer a minor?   More and more easy money lenders are targeting school children!  Although a parent's credit report can reflect negative information as a result of the credit delinquencies of her child, the parent isn't legally obligated to pay the child's bills.   It is safest not to accept credit cards from minors unless you know them personally.

What to do:

     If a credit card transaction is suspect for any reason, the following actions should be taken:

1.  Ask for a picture ID, such as a driver's license or state-issued ID card, and record the information on the credit card slip.

2.  Try to get the description and license number of the customer's vehicle.  (If the merchandise is heavy or otherwise difficult to carry, offer to carry it to the customer's car.)

3.  When appropriate on high-ticket items, offer free next-day delivery to ensure that you have a valid address for the customer.

4.  If you believe that the credit card is stolen, call the Voice Activation Center and ask to speak to a Code 10 operator.

     The above information can help you reduce credit card fraud, but if you have a walk-in clientele, you can do more!

Introducing the Stop Fraud! Inkless Thumbprinting System...
The best deterrent against credit card fraud and bad checks!

     The best way to prevent credit card fraud and bad checks is to keep them from happening in the first place.  Stop Fraud! is an inkless thumbprinting system that provides positive identification for check and credit card transactions instantly!  Criminals can present fake ID, stolen or counterfeit checks, or stolen or counterfeit credit cards, but they can't fake their fingerprints! 

     The Stop Fraud! inkless thumbprinting system makes your customer's right thumb print a permanent part of his check (or the merchant's copy of a credit card slip), providing positive identification instantly.   That's important because without positive identification, it is almost impossible for authorities to obtain an arrest and conviction.  Now, thanks to the Stop Fraud! inkless thumbprinting system, you can:

STOP BAD CHECK WRITERS IN THEIR TRACKS!

STOP CREDIT CARD FRAUD BEFORE IT STARTS!

     The Stop Fraud! inkless thumbprinting system is one of the best deterrents against bad checks and credit card fraud because it puts criminals on notice before they complete fraudulent transactions!  As soon as a bad check writer or a credit card bandit realizes that their right thumbprint is required to complete the transaction, they take their unwanted business elsewhere.  The Stop Fraud! inkless thumbprinting system includes:

1.  An inkless thumb pad that will provide hundreds of permanent imprints!

2.  A decal for your cash register or counter that will make criminals think twice about targeting your business!

3.  Handouts for your customers that explain how the Stop Fraud! inkless thumbprinting system works to protect them as well as you from fraud!

4.  An informative brochure with tips on how to make the Stop Fraud! inkless thumbprinting system even more effective!

     You have nothing to lose with my risk-free offer, so order the Stop Fraud! inkless thumbprinting system today!  Price:  $20.00.

Sincerely,

Queenie Mason, President of Red Triangle Enterprises, Inc.

P.S. The bottom line is this:  If Stop Fraud! prevents just one bad check writer or credit card bandit from targeting your business, it will more than pay for itself. So order yours now --- you'll be glad you did!

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