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Scams Targeting Seniors<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Scammers target seniors more aggressively than any other group. Recognizing the most common scams helps prevent your money and personal information from getting stolen.   <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Red Flags<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

When\u00a0you\u2019re\u00a0contacted by someone,\u00a0even if\u00a0it\u2019s\u00a0someone you think you can trust,\u00a0it\u2019s\u00a0wise to check for some common red flags.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Pressure to act quickly.<\/span> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Scammers know that if you do your research, you\u2019ll see through the scam. To prevent this, they will often pressure you to respond quickly. They might do this by claiming they have a warrant for your arrest, threatening that you\u2019ll lose access to your account, saying that a loved one is in trouble, or something similar. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Requesting money, particularly in unusual ways. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Scammers will often ask for wire transfers, gift cards, or cash to prevent you or your financial institution from tracing or cancelling the transaction. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Asking for sensitive information.<\/span> <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Scammers try to collect sensitive information like passwords or social security and account numbers. Legitimate companies will almost never ask for this data and, if they do, should give you a secure way to send it. Regardless, never give this information to anyone without careful research. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you encounter a situation that seems odd but doesn\u2019t raise one of these red flags, trust your gut! Hang up, don\u2019t reply, do your research, and get an outside opinion from someone you trust. Remember that scammers are trying to manipulate you, so be wary of sending anyone money, even if the person asking is someone you know. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Common Scams <\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Scammers are constantly updating their tactics, but here are a few of the most common scams targeting seniors: <\/p>\n\n\n\n