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Common Consumer Scams and Resources for Guarding Against Them
With reported financial exploitation of the elderly now exceeding a staggering $1.7 billion annually, it’s important to know what scams are most prevalent and which resources you can call for help. Relative in need: Someone who pretends to be a family member or friend calls or e-mails you to say they are in trouble and … Read More
Financial elder fraud reports are rampant; amount reaches $1.7 billion
The number of reports of financial fraud against older adults has quadrupled since 2013, with 63,500 filed reports describing more than $1.7 billion in actual losses or attempted thefts in 2017, according to a report released Wednesday by the federal Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. The report’s statistics are based on suspicious activity reports filed with the federal … Read More