Vacation season is a time for adventure, but staying vigilant can help prevent travel scams and financial mishaps. From setting up account alerts and securing payment methods to avoiding fake rental listings and public Wi-Fi risks, smart preparation can keep your trip stress-free. Protect your personal information and finances so you can focus on making unforgettable memories.
Tag: senior fraud prevention
Top Tricks Used to Scam Older Adults
Scammers frequently target older adults through investment fraud, online purchase scams, and home improvement cons. The Better Business Bureau (BBB) urges seniors to stay vigilant by researching investments, verifying online sellers, and hiring only trusted contractors. By recognizing the warning signs and reporting suspicious activity, older adults can protect themselves from financial harm.
Shielding Your Future: Protect Yourself from Scams
Financial scams cost seniors billions yearly, making legal planning essential. Learn how an elder law attorney can help protect your finances and future.
A Scam Artist’s Most Powerful Weapon: Your Trust
Scammers prey on trust. Learn how one woman fought back and how you can protect yourself from falling victim to fraud.
Stay Ahead of Fraudsters this Season
Stay ahead of fraudsters this season with expert cybersecurity and identity theft prevention tips. Protect your accounts, devices, and finances from scams.
BBB tips for online shopping, and staying alert to scammers
In an age of online shopping, staying vigilant against scammers is essential. Juliana O’Rork, VP of Marketing at BBB Southern Piedmont & Western NC, shares key tips to help consumers navigate the digital marketplace safely. From researching retailers and avoiding phishing scams to identifying lookalike websites, these insights will help you shop smarter.
Social Isolation and the Risk of Investment Fraud
In this insightful article, Anna Rushton from the South Carolina Securities Division explains how social isolation makes individuals, particularly seniors, more vulnerable to investment fraud. She highlights common scams, including Ponzi schemes and online romance scams, which often target the socially isolated. Rushton offers practical advice on protecting yourself, such as conducting thorough research, checking the registration status of investment advisors, and staying informed about scam tactics to avoid becoming a victim.
Scam Artists: Tactics Used on Seniors
by Vee Daniel, President and CEO, Better Business Bureau of the Upstate From charity scams to grandparent scams, there… Read more »
