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'Slam the scam': Here's how to protect yourself from scammers

OAKLAND — California Attorney General Rob Bonta Thursday issued a consumer alert warning the public to beware of Social Security-related scams and other government imposter scams. “Scammers are ...
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PayPal scams: How to protect yourself from the top 5 schemes targeting your money

TULSA, Okla. — When using PayPal to shop online or send money, be extra cautious. Data from the Federal Trade Commission reveals PayPal is among the top three companies most frequently impersonated by ...
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FTC Warns Senior Fraud Losses Soared In 2024 — How To Protect Yourself

Seniors have been consistently targeted by a wide range of scams. New data from the Federal Trade Commission show that reported financial fraud losses among older Americans increased sharply in 2024, ...
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SPOT A SCAM: Warning signs and ways to protect yourself

TULSA, Okla. — Scammers target people through texts, emails, phone calls, and more, and the financial damage is staggering. In 2024, Americans lost more than $12.5 billion to scams, a 25% increase ...

Scams on payment apps like Venmo and Zelle are common. And once you hit send, you're unlikely to get your cash back. What to do to protect yourself

One tap is often all it takes for money to leave your account for good.

Are robocalls illegal in Delaware? How to protect yourself, stay safe

Understand Delaware’s robocall laws and discover simple ways to avoid scams and reduce unwanted calls.
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Scammers Want to Steal Everyone’s Savings, Especially Seniors’ Savings. Here’s How to Protect Yourself.

We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Max Eddy Max Eddy is a writer who has covered privacy and security — including ...