Charities use a wide variety of methods to solicit charitable donations. Many legitimate charities are able to use email, social media, and Internet fundraising pages to lower costs and access donors. However, these technologies also make it easier for fraudsters to pose as legitimate charities and exploit the generosity of donors. To make sure you are donating to a legitimate […]
Incidents of financial fraud and identity are on the rise.Jason wright, an Edward Jones Financial Advisor, suggests that while no one is immune from these scammers, it is possible to limit the chance of becoming another victim. He focuses on the most prevalent fraud schemes being used today and explains what actions we can take to minimize our vulnerabilities to […]
PHOENIX — Attorney General Kris Mayes is warning Arizona seniors to be on high alert for a new wave of bitcoin scams targeting vulnerable individuals. Fraudsters are calling seniors, sometimes armed with a senior’s personal information such as social security numbers or addresses, to deceive them into believing their financial accounts have been compromised. The scammers then urge quick action, instructing […]
Contact Simona Combi Public Relations Manager 571-527-3982 simona.combi@ncoa.org Scottsdale, Arizona (June 15, 2023)—On World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, Early Warning Services, LLC, the network operator of Zelle®, today announced a new partnership with the National Council on Aging (NCOA). The partnership starts with a national campaign featuring financial wellness expert Amanda Clayman that delivers guidance on how to avoid falling victim to scams. “Zelle and NCOA are […]
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