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Scams & Fraud
Join AARP Vermont and national fraud expert, Doug Shadel, for an informative presentation on fraud prevention
Register today for a virtual webinar on keeping your money safe.
One of the most popular ways for criminals to steal money and sensitive information is by impersonating a trusted source — often a government agency. According to the Federal Trade Commission, victims of government impostor scams reported theft of nearly $617 million in 2023.
A frequently impersonated agency is the Social Security Administration. Here’s what you need to know to spot and stop a Social Security impostor scam.
If you can spot a scam, you can stop a scam!
How do you know what you see or read online is true?
Our next meeting will be May 9th, 2024 and we are going to learn how to stay safe from scam attempts, and be able to share stories between members!
Fight fraud, shred instead
When AARP Virginia volunteer Shannon Abell recently delivered one of his many fraud alert presentations, this one was far different than most, even if he was not aware until after he finished speaking.
Consumers can prevent scams by shredding sensitive documents
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