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.
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The naughty list: BBB’s 10 Scams of the Holidays
Stay vigilant this holiday season! The BBB Southern Piedmont shares the top 10 scams targeting shoppers and donors. Learn how to spot misleading ads, fake charities, impostor websites, and more to protect your money and personal information.
Scam Tactics Targeting Seniors: What to Keep a Lookout For
Seniors are often the target of various scams, from phishing emails to grandparent distress calls. This article outlines common fraud tactics and offers practical advice from the Better Business Bureau of the Upstate on how seniors and their caregivers can stay alert and avoid falling victim to these deceptive schemes.
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.
Better Business Bureau Offers Tips to Avoid Government Impersonation Scams
Impersonation scams, particularly regarding the government, are one of the highest reported scams targeting senior citizens. They can involve you… Read more »
Seniors continuously in the crosshairs of scammers
By Vee Daniel, CEO/President Better Business Bureau of the Upstate Telemarketing scams, “anti-aging” product scams, prescription drug scams, health insurance… Read more »
BBB Advises to Beware the Chill of Fall and Winter: Scams Targeting Seniors
BBB Advises to Beware the Chill of Fall and Winter: Scams Targeting Seniors By Chris Hadley, President & CEO, BBB… Read more »
10 Tips to Avoid Phishing Scams
submitted by: Maryanne P. Dailey, M.A. NCDRC Certified Mediator, Senior Vice President Better Bureau of Southern Piedmont and Western North… Read more »
Scam Alert: Targeting Seniors Citizens
Submitted by: the Better Business Bureau Reports of scam artists targeting senior citizens continue popping up across the nation. The… Read more »
Outsmarting Investment and Financial Scams
by Vee Daniel, President and CEO, Better Business Bureau of the Upstate Typically, seniors are on a fixed income, but… Read more »
