Scams
Keep Momma Away from This Financial Adviser
Keep Momma Away from This Financial Adviser
When a family member wants to be your financial adviser, watch out!
July 16, 2021
Beware of Gift Card Scams
Beware of Gift Card Scams
Threatening calls that you will be arrested or your electricity will be turned off can sound so real. But don’t go running out to buy a gift card to k…
June 27, 2021
Scam Alert: 4 Types of Fraud That Target the Elderly (and How to Beat Them)
Scam Alert: 4 Types of Fraud That Target the Elderly (and How to Beat Them)
Scams target people of all ages, but the most vulnerable tend to be older adults — and the money they lose can have a big impact on their retirement. …
June 10, 2021
Protect Yourself Against New ID-Theft Schemes
Protect Yourself Against New ID-Theft Schemes
Crooks are using more-sophisticated tricks to steal your data. It's time to improve your armor.
May 27, 2021
Pandemic Brings New Scams, Too
Pandemic Brings New Scams, Too
Billions in stimulus funds create new opportunities for fraud ranging from unemployment benefits to vaccine cards.
May 24, 2021
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10 Worst Things to Keep in Your Wallet
10 Worst Things to Keep in Your Wallet
Storing your passport book or card, a spare key, or any of these other important items in your wallet leaves you open to identity theft -- or worse.
April 23, 2021
Tax Refund Scam Targets College Students and Staff
Tax Refund Scam Targets College Students and Staff
The IRS says there's a new phishing scam aimed at people with email addresses ending in ".edu."
March 30, 2021
How to Get Hacked and Become a Victim of Identity Theft
How to Get Hacked and Become a Victim of Identity Theft
Yes, online security can be a drag, but if you’re tempted to click on that fun Facebook quiz or skip your phone update just this one time, here’s what…
March 12, 2021
Retirees, Protect Yourself From Thieves Online
Retirees, Protect Yourself From Thieves Online
Scams targeting the elderly are frequent. Here are some expert ways to build your protection from scammers.
January 27, 2021
Taxes on Retirees — What’s New?
Taxes on Retirees — What’s New?
In this episode of Your Money's Worth, senior tax editor Rocky Mengle talks about the latest update of the Kiplinger Retiree Tax Map. Will states with…
January 26, 2021
Got an Invention? Don’t Fall for These Patent Scams
Got an Invention? Don’t Fall for These Patent Scams
Getting an idea for a cool new product patented is a dream for many creative thinkers, but unfortunately there are plenty of scammers out there ready …
January 14, 2021
Watch Out for Stimulus Check Texting Scam
Watch Out for Stimulus Check Texting Scam
Scammers are sending text messages that trick people into disclosing bank account information to get a $1,200 stimulus check.
November 4, 2020
10 Worst Things to Keep in Your Wallet
10 Worst Things to Keep in Your Wallet
Storing your passport book or card, a spare key, or any of these other important items in your wallet leaves you open to identity theft -- or worse.
October 9, 2020
The Psychology of Being Scammed
The Psychology of Being Scammed
Are you nice? Trusting? Well, you also might be scammed one day, if you’re not careful.
October 5, 2020
Watch Out for COVID Cons
Watch Out for COVID Cons
Isolated seniors are particularly vulnerable to pandemic-related scams.
September 30, 2020
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
Avoid Fraud in 2020 By Writing the Complete Date
Avoid Fraud in 2020 By Writing the Complete Date
Protect your documents from scammers who could change the date on your important documents.
January 3, 2020
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