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Scams & Fraud
In 2021, fraud-related losses totaled over $5.9 billion in the United States. Identity theft has sat at the top of the list of consumer complaints filed with the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) for the past two years. Accessing and checking your free annual credit report is key to recognizing signs that your identity may be compromised.
A teletown hall will allow older adults in Wyoming to learn how to keep themselves safe from scams and fraud
The Federal Trade Commission released its annual compendium of fraud reports from last year resulting in $5.9 billion in 2021
Securely disposing of documents that contain your personal information—such as bank statements, canceled checks, receipts and credit-card junk mail—is one way to avoid becoming a fraud victim.
Fraud is up substantially in Wisconsin, as scam artists use new tactics to separate consumers from their cash. The latest twists involve gift-card grifts. Here's how to protect yourself.
Roughly 79,000 fraud cases were reported in the state last year—totaling $62.6 million in losses—with fraud reports generally on the rise over the past five years.
For anybody aggravated by incessant calls from scammers trying to separate them from their money, AARP Washington has a suggestion: Listen in.
On April 22, AARP Wyoming will host shredding events in Sheridan, Rocks Springs, and Cheyenne. AARP Wyoming will host similar events in Casper and Gillette later this fall.
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In the month of April, AARP Mississippi has planned events to help Mississippians protect themselves from fraud and scams. Check them out!
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