Romance scams are on the rise and loneliness and new technology have contributed to the increase. All ages are susceptible but the riskiest group is the 55-64 age range.
For some, the New Year means making new resolutions. This year, let’s stay scam smart. The Better Business Bureau of Middle Tennessee and Southern Kentucky recently released a list of the top scams for 202.
While we shop and cook and hang holiday lights, scammers are busy looking for their next targets The Better Business Bureau has issued a list of scams to be on the lookout for during the holiday season and tips on how to keep yourself from being the next victim.
Jackie Blaesi-Freed, assistant director, department of Justice Consumer Protection Branch, shares a story about an 87-year-old woman in California who received a call from someone claiming to be the woman’s granddaughter. The “granddaughter” stated she had been arrested following a car accident and needed $9,000 for bail.
October 15th begins open enrollment for Medicare’s more than 60 million participants As you consider the many options, don’t forget to keep an eye out for scams. Scammers use this time as an opportunity to take advantage of older adults.
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) issued a warning about scams targeting people with student loans. The BBB Scam Tracker has already received reports from people who have been targeted by imposter calls and emails.
As many of us live longer, it can become more difficult, both physically and financially, to maintain a home. Contractors know this and those who are scammers choose to take advantage of older homeowners. How do you tell if a contractor is a scammer? Click Read More to learn about five red flag warnings that you’re being scammed
Finding in-home care can be a complicated journey, especially when you consider the older adult’s safety. AARP recently released an article that highlighted tips for protecting older adults from caregiver fraud.
As a new tax season begins, keep in mind scammers will be revving up their efforts to steal YOUR money.
According to the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s (FBI) Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3), tech support schemes are on the rise and 66% of all reports from 2020 were from older adults 60+. In this instance, criminals may pose as company’s representatives offering to help with issues regarding your bank account, email, or computer software.