This resource lists several articles and websites to educate yourself about the various methods scammers use. Also included are books on scams and streaming videos available to educate yourself about scams.
Millions of older Americans are targeted by financial scams each year. SmartAsset analyzed fraud reports filed with the Federal Trade Commission by state and age group to determine which areas show the highest rate of reported scams involving residents age 60 and older. The analysis also identified the most common scam type targeting older Americans in each state.
AARP's website has information and resources about scams. The page contains a hotline for reporting scams, news and alerts, free events on prevention and information about how scammers steal your money.
The opinions or conclusions of the authors reflected in the open source articles and resources is not endorsed and/or does not necessarily reflect the opinion of the Virginia Fusion Center. The sources have been selected to provide you with event information, highlight available resources, improve public safety, and reduce the probability of becoming a victim of a crime.
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