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Scams & Fraud
AARP Idaho has assembled finance and aging experts to discuss ways older residents can avoid being targets of fraud. For more information about the speakers and how to register click HERE.
Research shows that people who are familiar with how a scam works are 80% less likely to engage in it, but how can you stay up to speed when criminals are constantly changing their tactics?
In recognition of his work during the 2017 Regular Texas Legislative Session, state Sen. Kelly Hancock (R-North Richland Hills) has been presented a Texas Legislative Leadership Award from AARP Texas, a nonpartisan, nonprofit advocacy organization for older Texans.
Every day, millions of Americans lose their hard-earned money to identity theft and other types of scams. Last year alone, 16.7 million people from communities across the nation lost $17 billion to identity fraud alone. That’s one person victimized every two seconds!
Scammers steal billions of dollars from unsuspecting consumers every year. The impact on victims and their families can be financially and emotionally devastating, especially for older Americans.
Stay Safe with Our Free Shredding Events and Fraud Prevention Workshops
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Stay one step ahead of identity theft. Shredding confidential documents you no longer need is an excellent way to protect your personal information.
Peer-to-peer (P2P) payment apps like Venmo, Zelle, and Cash App have made sending money between family and friends easier than ever before. But consumers beware
Fraud and scams continue to be a growing concern for Pennsylvanians, with criminals using increasingly sophisticated tactics to separate individuals from their hard-earned money. To help you stay safe, AARP Pennsylvania recently hosted a Telephone Town Hall featuring expert advice on how to spot and avoid scams.
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