Editorial Staff
Found in: Financial Planning
Identity protection is essential for your financial security. Learn how to safeguard your personal information, prevent identity theft, and secure your financial future with simple, effective steps in today’s digital age.
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Lottery and sweepstakes scams are more common than ever. Discover how scammers use the promise of big winnings to take advantage of unsuspecting victims, and learn how to protect yourself from falling prey to these fraudulent schemes.
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Cybercrime affects people of all ages, but seniors are increasingly targeted. Learn how to protect yourself from online scams and what to do if you're a victim.
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As the looming April deadline closes in, Americans are concerned with getting their taxes done correctly and on time. And as financial information starts to fly between individuals, tax preparers and the IRS, concerns about personal security are rising.
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Ed Slott & Company
Phishing is the act of sending an email or other notification to an individual falsely claiming to be an established, legitimate enterprise, in an attempt to collect private information that could be used for identity theft.
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In this scam, calls often come late at night, and the callers are in a panic, saying they’re in an emergency situation. Posing as grandchildren, the con artists often beg their victims to transfer money as quickly as possible.
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Ed Slott & Company
As the economy worsens, instances of elder financial abuse are likely to rise. The elderly are particularly vulnerable to scams and financial abuse by friends, acquaintances, caregivers and family members in need of money.
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