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Scammers ask for gift cards because a gift card works like cash but can’t be reversed once the numbers are handed over. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) warns that no real business or government …
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A reverse mortgage scam usually involves a lender, contractor, or salesperson who rushes you to sign, skips required HUD counseling, or pressures you to use loan proceeds for unrelated products like …
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Elder financial abuse is the improper or unauthorized use of an older adult’s money, property, or assets, and it can be committed by a stranger, a caregiver, or a family member. The fastest way to …
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Check a nonprofit before donating by confirming its tax-exempt status on the IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search tool, searching its name alongside words like “complaint” or “scam,” and reviewing its …
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A veteran benefits scam usually involves someone posing as VA staff, an “accredited” claims helper, or a benefits buyout company who asks for money, personal information, or your VA.gov login before …
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Medicare open enrollment fraud usually starts with an unexpected call, text, email, or home visit from someone claiming they need your Medicare Number, Social Security Number, or payment to “activate” …