As we enter the holiday season, it pays to be vigilant to avoid scams or slip-ups that could put a damper on your celebrations. Here are some ways to keep your holidays happy.
In the “how low can you go” category, scammers often target veterans – either directly with scams offering bogus support and services or indirectly through charity scams that closely mimic the names of legitimate organizations that help veterans and military families.
The devastating natural disasters that have made national news this year serve as a reminder to people of all ages that we must take action to prepare for emergencies that could affect us where we live, work or visit.
You get a frantic call from someone claiming to be your grandson or granddaughter. The caller says there’s an emergency and asks you to send money right away. There’s a good chance this is an imposter trying to steal your money through the “grandparent scam.”
AARP South Dakota will sponsor candidate debates and bipartisan issue forums in October to help voters make informed decisions at the polls on Tuesday, Nov. 8.