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Senior Scams: A 'New Friend' May Signal a Big Problem
Scams From lavish spending to social withdrawal, what to look for to ensure an aging loved one isn't a victim of elder financial abuse.
By Eleanor Laise Published
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Finding Romance Later in Life
Scams Many seniors who are divorced, widowed or simply still single don't want to spend retirement alone. Here are tips for dating after 60.
By Mary Kane Published
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How to Spot a Scam: Here are 3 I Dodged
Scams Financial scams often come with some easy-to-spot red flags, but some are trickier. So, before you click on that fun online quiz to see what movie character you're most like, consider what information you're giving away.
By Sean McDonnell, CFP® Published
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E-mails From the IRS -- and Other Signs of a Tax Scam
Scams Identity thieves are getting more sophisticated at tricking taxpayers into revealing their personal information. Here are some scams you may encounter this tax season and ways to tell fact from fraud.
By Kimberly Lankford Published
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New Ways to Foil Hackers and Protect Your Identity
Scams These tools guard your smart gadgets and your identity.
By Lisa Gerstner Published
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How to Stop Getting Robo Calls
Scams Technology has made those annoying recorded calls ubiquitous, and technology can help you fight back.
By Miriam Cross Published
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Relief for Western Union Fraud Victims
Scams You have until Feb. 12 to file a complaint with the Federal Trade Commission and get some of your money back if you got hit by a telegram scam.
By Thomas H. Blanton Published
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Naughty or Nice: A Guide for Giving to Charity
Scams Doing the most good with your donation starts with following your heart, and then doing your due diligence.
By Marguerita M. Cheng, CFP® & RICP® Published
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Fighting Financial Fraud and Identity Theft
Scams Learn what it's like on the front lines on our ride along with the scam police.
By Anne Kates Smith Published
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