Scams & Fraud

Ahora que casi todos los adultos en el país están en línea por trabajo, finanzas, compras o entretenimiento, los delincuentes tienen muchas oportunidades para robar dinero o datos personales confidenciales en internet.

With most U.S. adults online these days for work, finances, shopping or entertainment, criminals have many opportunities to steal money or sensitive personal information on the web.

Este año, los pagos del Seguro Social recibirán el mayor ajuste por costo de vida (COLA) en más de 40 años, y los beneficiarios no son los únicos que quieren aprovecharse de la situación. Las estafas de impostores del Seguro Social se encuentran entre las estafas más reportadas cada año y los delincuentes ya están tratando de utilizar el aumento del COLA para su propio beneficio.

It's almost time for spring break. That fact has some of us looking for a warm getaway this spring, but beware: scammers could be lurking on the other end of that sweetheart spring break deal. These three tips will help you spot a potential travel scam.

Banking has changed quite a bit thanks to the internet. While many people still prefer the brick and mortar experience when dealing with their money, today you can do many of the same functions online and over the phone. Criminals are cashing in on these remote transactions by impersonating banks.

This year Social Security payments are being boosted by the biggest cost-of-living adjustment (COLA) in more than 40 years, and beneficiaries aren’t the only ones looking to cash in. Social Security impostor scams are among the most reported scams each year and criminals are already seeking to use the COLA boost to their advantage.

It’s National Consumer Protection Week — and while AARP is focused on protecting consumers year-round – this is a good time to highlight some key consumer protection tips. 

One way to protect yourself from identity thieves is by opting into two-factor authentication.

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One way to protect yourself from identity thieves is by opting into two-factor authentication. This means that to log in to a given site, you enter your password, and then are prompted to enter an authentication code. You either receive the code via text, phone, or email, or you use an app that generates the code. Once you enter that code, you are able to log in. This additional layer of security is meant to protect you in case a criminal has your login information. But like other protections, scammers have found a way around it.