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Learn to address scams targeting elders
Safeguard your parents' financial security using a few practical tactics.
Effective elder fraud prevention starts with early action. The sooner you talk to aging parents about protecting their assets, the better prepared they'll be.
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Protecting yourself from investment scams
Investment fraud has become the costliest form of fraud in America. Here's how to protect yourself.
Approximately one in 10 investors will fall victim to investment fraud at some point in their lives, according to researchers at the University of Pennsylvania's Wharton School.
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10 common financial scams
When it comes to modern financial scams, awareness and vigilance are key to prevention.
Criminals are adopting increasingly sophisticated tactics, using spoofing technology and leveraging exposed personal data to make their attempts seem legitimate.
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The latest financial scams
Be able to recognize and respond to new financial scams on the rise.
Fraudsters attempt to invoke an emotional reaction and create a sense of urgency to steal user IDs, passwords and security codes.
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How to handle identity theft
When identity theft occurs, it's important to take action as quickly as possible.
When fraud and identity theft are left unreported, significant damage can be done to your bank account and your credit score.
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How to combat online identity theft
Follow these best practices to reduce your risk of identity theft.
As you engage with service providers online, post on social media and upload your information on different websites, identity theft will continue to be a risk.
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Protecting your child's personal information
Follow these practical tips to help protect your child's identity against misuse, theft and fraud.
Help your child cultivate a healthy sense of awareness when it comes to advertising.
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Tips to protect yourself from smishing
A smishing attack uses text messaging to urge you to give up personal information or click a link.
A text that urges you to act quickly is a red flag that it might be a smishing attack.
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How to spot student loan scams
Do you know how to identify a student loan forgiveness scam? Here's how to protect yourself.
There are legitimate loan forgiveness programs available, and student loan borrowers should know how such programs work so they can recognize student loan scams.
Career
Protect yourself from online job scams
Learn how scammers are targeting job boards and how to protect yourself during your job search.
If an employer is legitimate, they won't be shy about providing information you request.
Banking
Comparing popular P2P payment apps
Venmo, PayPal and Cash App are popular apps for peer-to-peer payments. Learn more about how these apps work.
Apps like Venmo, PayPal and Cash App have attracted millions of users over the last decade.
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Are digital wallets a secure way to pay?
If you use a mobile device, a digital wallet can make purchasing more convenient.
A digital wallet carries digital versions of your payment methods in a wallet app on your phone or computer.
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When to save or shred your financial records
Some documents need to be saved well into the future, but others are safe to shred.
Don't throw out documents regarding significant life events, like a divorce or an inheritance.
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Are contactless payments really secure?
Now that most new credit cards let you tap to pay, it's a good time to learn how contactless works.
Contactless payments eliminate the need to sign a paper receipt or enter a PIN.
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7 ways to protect your financial data
Take these simple steps to avoid the financial frustrations that fraudsters can cause.
Banks will never contact you to ask for information such as your account number, Social Security number or PIN.
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Shopping in-person versus shopping online
Here's what you need to consider when comparing online and in-person shopping.
One of the big benefits of shopping online is the ability to easily compare costs.
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