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Giving stuff away is nice, but you should keep your identity. And your savings. You need those! | AARP

Giving stuff away is nice, but you should keep your identity. And your savings. You need those! | AARP

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One rule of thumb, used by the Better Business Bureau’s BBB Wise Giving Alliance, is that at least 65% of a charity’s total expenses should go directly to serving its mission. | AARP

One rule of thumb, used by the Better Business Bureau’s BBB Wise Giving Alliance, is that at least 65% of a charity’s total expenses should go directly to serving its mission. | AARP

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Consumer Alert: Fraud cases are on the rise for people 50+ especially through technology

Consumer Alert: Fraud cases are on the rise for people 50+ especially through technology

CBS NewsMarybel Rodriguez

Spot a scam to stop a scam! 🛑 Scammers posing as law enforcement may call claiming you missed jury duty and owe a fine. They’ll pressure you to pay immediately—often via gift cards, wire transfers, or cryptocurrency. Don’t fall for their tricks! Go to the comments for details on how you can protect yourself and loved ones. | AARP Texas

Spot a scam to stop a scam! 🛑 Scammers posing as law enforcement may call claiming you missed jury duty and owe a fine. They’ll pressure you to pay immediately—often via gift cards, wire transfers, or cryptocurrency. Don’t fall for their tricks! Go to the comments for details on how you can protect yourself and loved ones. | AARP Texas

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Scammers are taking advantage of confusion around the new cards that Medicare plans to issue in 2018. Here’s what to watch out for. | AARP Fraud Watch Network

Scammers are taking advantage of confusion around the new cards that Medicare plans to issue in 2018. Here’s what to watch out for. | AARP Fraud Watch Network

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If you receive a text message claiming you’re eligible for a surprise IRS refund, hold that click. The IRS does not send refund notifications via text. Any such message is likely a scam designed to steal your personal information. What other scams have you encountered? Share in the comments. | AARP

If you receive a text message claiming you’re eligible for a surprise IRS refund, hold that click. The IRS does not send refund notifications via text. Any such message is likely a scam designed to steal your personal information. What other scams have you encountered? Share in the comments. | AARP

33.5K viewsApr 22, 2025

SCAM ALERT: Watch Out for Hurricane Harvey Charity Scams. | AARP

SCAM ALERT: Watch Out for Hurricane Harvey Charity Scams. | AARP

446.5K viewsSep 9, 2017

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The IRS doesn't call you. Ever. Don’t get fooled this tax season. aarp.org/scamalert | AARP

93.3K viewsJan 29, 2015

Join our FREE webinar on Tuesday, April 26, to learn how to stay on top of evolving scams and fraud. Attend and get a downloadable copy of our newly revised “Watchdog Alert Handbook” as a bonus. Register now: http://spr.ly/6189KfQBf | AARP

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Scam-proof your life by taking control of your mail and email inbox. Here are two ways to keep your messages out of scammers’ hands. | AARP

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5 ways to sniff out a tech-support scam. | AARP

373.3K viewsFeb 20, 2020

Fraudsters will use any leverage they can get to separate you from your money, including playing on family bonds. Here's how you can avoid one of their favorite ploys: the grandparent scam. | AARP

26.1K viewsJan 29, 2021

If you get a phone call saying you need to report for jury duty, be suspicious — it may be a scam. Here are four things to be on the lookout for. | AARP

10.2K viewsJul 15, 2020

Scammers like to take advantage of the kindness of others. Here are four ways to make sure your money goes to a genuine charitable organization. | AARP

12.1K viewsJan 13, 2021

Ever receive a text claiming you owe an unpaid toll? It’s likely a scam. Contact AARP Fraud Watch Network at 877-908-3360 if you suspect that you, a relative or a friend is being targeted by a scam. | AARP

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⚠️ Scam Alert! ⚠️ Remember those unpaid toll scam texts that were going around? Criminals have switched up their tactics and are now sending scam texts to Wisconsinites claiming they have a "traffic ticket" or a "violation" and threatening that the message is the "final warning" before action will be taken. If you get this text, do not click the links or interact with the message. The Wisconsin Department of Transportation warns that you should be wary of messages claiming to be from WisDOT or t

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Older Americans' scam losses tend to be more substantial. | AARP

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🚨 SCAM ALERT 🚨 We've got great info to keep you safe from scams in September! Watch out for AI Banking Scams, Peer-to-Peer Payment Scams, and more! Read more: http://spr.ly/6183ffTmD | AARP NH

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AARP Fraud Watch Network alerts North Carolinians about current scams. Sign up for email updates aarp.com/fraud or subscribe to their YouTube playlist https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL0vlsCRIKENHYy612a4gpqeJeUWe79UBc | ABC11 WTVD

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Can you identify the red flags of a scam? Join AARP's free webinar and learn how to spot and stop a scam. | AARP Programs

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Get scam support and alerts from AARP with free tools to help you stay safe and informed. | AARP

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Don’t let an ancestry scam on social media turn your tale into a horror story. Protect yourself with the AARP Fraud Watch Network. | AARP Fraud Watch Network

5.1M viewsOct 11, 2017

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3 Ways to Avoid a Package Delivery Scam

AARP Launches "Red Flags of Fraud" Ad Campaign

It’s time to change how we talk about fraud. Criminal scammers are stealing billions from U.S. consumers, yet when fraud victims look for support, they are often accused of being “gullible” or an “easy mark.” Victim blaming makes it harder to shut down fraud. Stop the scam by putting blame back where it belongs. Visit https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/about-fraud-watch-network/ to learn more. | AARP

2.2M viewsApr 20, 2023

Homeowners know it’s not uncommon to have contractors show up on their doorstep uninvited — especially after a major storm or natural disaster. Here are three ways to spot a home repair scam in the making. | AARP

175.2K viewsApr 5, 2019

Here are three ways you can make sure your online prescriptions come from a legitimate pharmacy. | AARP

5.9K viewsMar 28, 2019

An #AARPRI Scam Alert: You're hearing a lot about Medicare enrollment right now. Some of the “best” plans, benefits and freebies are coming from crooks. #Fraudwatch | AARP Rhode Island

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Unsolicited calls, threats to cancel coverage, and medical bills for care you never received are all red flags that you are being targeted by Medicare card scams. | AARP

6.3K viewsSep 25, 2019

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