Scams
Beware Crooked Contact Tracers
Beware Crooked Contact Tracers
If someone claiming to be a contact tracer asks you for money or requests your Social Security number, that’s a red flag.
August 26, 2020
Another Epidemic to Worry About: Identity Theft
Another Epidemic to Worry About: Identity Theft
Fraud losses grew in 2019 and are likely to increase in 2020.
June 5, 2020
Don’t Fall for Pandemic Cons
Don’t Fall for Pandemic Cons
Scammers are stealing money with phishing schemes, fake remedies and inflated prices on products that are in demand.
April 3, 2020
Watch Out for Phony Wildfire Charities
Watch Out for Phony Wildfire Charities
Scammers are using social media and fake websites to raise funds for those affected by the fires in Australia.
January 30, 2020
How to Avoid Elder Fraud
How to Avoid Elder Fraud
Kiplinger's associate editor Miriam Cross offers tips on how to protect your loved ones from falling victim to elder fraud. Also, our hosts Sandy Bloc…
January 14, 2020
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Look Out for These Scams
Look Out for These Scams
Stay alert for phony sales at stores and other tricks.
December 27, 2019
Watch Out for the Elder Fraud Web
Watch Out for the Elder Fraud Web
Scams range from petty theft to embezzlement. Your parents may need your help.
December 16, 2019
6 Scams that Prey on the Elderly
6 Scams that Prey on the Elderly
Many scams are universal, from the IRS imposter who calls and threatens to arrest you if you don’t pay your taxes, to phishing emails that trick you i…
November 26, 2019
Defrauding the Elderly: Watch for These Danger Signs
Defrauding the Elderly: Watch for These Danger Signs
Adult children of seniors need to be alert, because there are some insidious financial scams out there. Here's what they look like, and why they work.
October 24, 2019
Don’t Expect an End to Robocalls
Don’t Expect an End to Robocalls
A new pact will reduce but not eliminate incessant phone calls.
October 3, 2019
10 Worst Things to Keep in Your Wallet
10 Worst Things to Keep in Your Wallet
One of the worst feelings is reaching for your wallet and finding it's not there.
September 12, 2019
Retirees, How to Report Fraud and Scams
Retirees, How to Report Fraud and Scams
File a complaint with the feds, consumer advocates and industry watchdogs if your are victimized by financial scammers. Here's how.
September 4, 2019
Don't Fall for Timeshare Exit Scams
Don't Fall for Timeshare Exit Scams
Sketchy firms are targeting older timeshare owners with hollow promises to get them out of their contracts for a hefty upfront fee.
September 4, 2019
How to Protect Your Home From Deed Theft
How to Protect Your Home From Deed Theft
You don’t need to pay a company to protect you from criminals who put their names on your home title. You can protect yourself for free with these ste…
June 27, 2019
What is My Liability for a Data Breach?
What is My Liability for a Data Breach?
If you're a business owner, you have got to be on guard against hackers. Don't just hope for the best, instead, assume the worst.
June 20, 2019
Don't Be Fooled: 5 Steps to Help Avoid Financial Scams
Don't Be Fooled: 5 Steps to Help Avoid Financial Scams
Some savvy stay-safe tips to help protect yourself and watch out for family members at the same time.
June 14, 2019
10 Things Retirees Should Never Keep in Their Wallets
10 Things Retirees Should Never Keep in Their Wallets
One of the worst feelings is reaching for your wallet and finding it's not there.
May 15, 2019
Identity Theft: Act Now to Protect Yourself
Identity Theft: Act Now to Protect Yourself
Identity thieves are more skilled at their nefarious craft than ever.
April 15, 2019
New Rules Battle Financial Scams, Elder Abuse
New Rules Battle Financial Scams, Elder Abuse
One in five older Americans falls prey to financial exploitation each year. Now, banks and financial advisers are stepping up front-line defenses.
April 3, 2019
Thwarting the Robocaller Invasion
Thwarting the Robocaller Invasion
Consumers have an array of weapons at their disposal in the fight to help keep those infuriating interruptions at bay.
March 29, 2019
Have You Been Duped?
Have You Been Duped?
Dating singles, consumers and retirement savers alike can see how not to get taken by learning from one woman's mistakes, detailed in the book "Duped:…
March 14, 2019
Banks Battle Elder Fraud
Banks Battle Elder Fraud
Scams targeting seniors are still growing, but safeguards are being built.
March 7, 2019
When Zombie Debt Collectors Chase Written-Off Debts
When Zombie Debt Collectors Chase Written-Off Debts
A threatening call out of the blue accuses you of bad debts from years ago. Is it for real? What do you do?
January 4, 2019
ID Thieves Exploit Snail Mail
ID Thieves Exploit Snail Mail
A new mail tracking service provided by the United States Postal Service has a loophole that ID thieves can take advantage of.
January 3, 2019