What Are Toll Scams?
Toll scams have become a persistent concern, particularly targeting older adults who may not be as familiar with digital communication nuances. These […]
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.
What Is Credit Monitoring And Do You Need It?
What Is Credit Monitoring? Credit monitoring is all about keeping an eye on your credit reports. It’s like having a watchdog that […]
Setting Up Accounts With Credit Bureaus
Figuring out credit scores can be overwhelming, especially with so many third-party services offering credit monitoring. But here’s the thing—keeping tabs on […]
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 […]
The Obituary Scam
The obituary scam is a cruel form of fraud that preys on grieving families and vulnerable seniors. This scam takes advantage of […]
Robocall Voice Recording Scam
Robocalls have become an increasingly pervasive nuisance, especially targeting vulnerable populations such as seniors. Among the many types of robocall scams, the […]
Charity Scams
What Is A Charity Scam? This is another post in my series about scams and identity theft. First, let me explain what […]