ANYONE CAN BE A VICTIM OF SCAMS AND FRAUD

Seniors are often targeted because they tend to be trusting and polite. They also usually have financial savings, own a home, and have good credit—all of which make them attractive to scammers. However, anyone may be targeted!

Please read this article – being informed is your best defense: https://www.fbi.gov/scams-and-safety/common-scams-and-crimes/elder-fraud

We’ve included some additional information regarding scams from our local officials:

$ AVOID ID Theft – Brochure

$ Credit Segregation (New ID Is A Bad Idea) – Brochure

$ FBI Fraud Poster $ Foreclosure Rescue Scams

$ Nigerian 419 Advanced Fee Schemes

$ Work At Home Scams

AARP Article – The Voices of Deception

Fake calls about your SSN _ FTC Consumer Information

How To Recognize and Avoid Phishing Scams _ FTC Consumer Information

IRS Imposter Scams _ FTC Consumer Information

Phone Scams _ FTC Consumer Information Scam Alert – Beware Scare Tactics