Flash Drive Scam Guide
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Category: Scams and Identity Theft
You hear about it in the news all the time. Someone has been scammed out of their life savings. It is not only devastating financially but emotionally as well.
Unfortunately scams have become more and more sophisticated and technologically advanced.
Here I will attempt to inform you of the latest (and tried and true) scams. The best way to not get scammed is education.
Holiday Scams Seniors Should Watch Out For
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How AI is Changing the Game of Scams
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What Are Toll Scams?
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What Is Credit Monitoring And Do You Need It?
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Setting Up Accounts With Credit Bureaus
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Investment Scams Against Seniors
What Is An Investment Scam? An investment scam is a fraudulent scheme designed to deceive individuals into putting their money into fake […]
Mail Identity Theft
Understanding Mail Identity Theft In our digital age, the threat of identity theft has become increasingly sophisticated, but traditional methods like mail […]
The Lottery Scam
The Lottery Scam The “Lottery Scam” is a type of fraud that targets vulnerable individuals, especially seniors, by luring them into believing […]
Telemarketing Scams
Understanding Telemarketing Scams Telemarketing scams are a type of fraud that often targets seniors, who are sometimes seen as more trusting and […]