Scams & Fraud

Scammers use fake checks to trick people into sending money, learn how to spot the warning signs and protect yourself

A brief update on the issues we followed during this legislative session.

Enter for your chance to win big, from VIP seats to see World Series champs in action, to a dream trip to the sporting event of your choice. With four sweepstakes and unforgettable prizes, your next game-day experience could be legendary!

For many folks, warmer weather is the time for home repairs. Unfortunately, shady contractors are out there looking for homeowners in the market for spring and summer repairs. Contractor fraud and home improvement scams can cost homeowners thousands of dollars and leave them with shoddy workmanship, unfinished projects, or even damage to their homes.

Criminals are always looking for ways to get your personal information to use in criminal activities. The good news is that there are many steps you can take to help protect your data and minimize its value to criminals. Here are three:

A unique scam awareness event invited guests to step into the role of detective, solving a fictional mystery based on real scam tactics while exploring how to spot red flags and protect themselves from fraud in everyday life.

Gift cards may be a convenient way to celebrate birthdays, holidays or special occasions, but scammers are increasingly using them as a tool to steal money from unsuspecting consumers. AARP Pennsylvania is raising awareness about this fast-growing fraud tactic that cost Americans over $217 million in 2023 alone, according to the Federal Trade Commission.

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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!

Learn how to spot sweepstakes and contest scams, recognize warning signs like upfront fees and urgent requests, and protect yourself from fraud