How is wire fraud committed: Phishing: Fraudsters send emails or messages that appear to be from legitimate sources, tricking you into providing sensitive information like passwords or credit card numbers. Never give out pertinent information over the phone or through email/text, unless YOU have initiated the call to the company or financial institution. Business Email […]
Category Archives: Security
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Apr
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Scammers are notorious for plying their deadly trade prior to and after a disaster. Floridians are especially vulnerable and often targeted; especially during the hurricane season. According to a September 12, 2017 article in the Washington Post (https://www.washingtonpost.com) Florida has 1,600 mobile home communities and 828000 mobile homes – and less than one-third were built […]
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Apr
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Hey don’t be a fool and get caught up being a victim of Scams out there. Read carefully the latest on Scams below. Scammers are notorious for plying their deadly trade prior to and after a disaster. Floridians are especially vulnerable and often targeted; especially during the hurricane season. According to a September 12, 2017 […]
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Stay informed on the latest Crimes affecting Seniors at this week Lunch and Learn. Sign up today by calling 386-516-3969 Ext 4 or reserve online here: https://ourseniors.net/contact-us/lunch-learn-reservation-form/
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Mar
Mar
Charity Scams….What you need to know According to a recent article published by AARP “Individual Americans contributed a record $374.4 billion to charity in 2023.” While these billions support various organizations from healthcare to educational foundations, it unfortunately opens the door to charity scammers. In this article we will share a number of steps in […]
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Mar
Join us on Friday the 21st at DB Pickles for the upcoming Lunch and Learn so that you can stay informed on the latest Scams against Seniors.
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Feb
Feb
Floridians be on the lookout, yes Florida is now number 1 in Identity Theft see details here: https://www.lendingtree.com/insurance/id-theft-study/
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Nov
Nov
Seniors vs. Crime-Stay up to date with the latest scams. Don’t miss your chance to reserve your spot! Click here to reserve your spot for the upcoming Lunch & Learn.
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Oct
October brings cooler temperatures, cozy beverages, and the beginning of the Medicare Open Enrollment Period. Learn how to steer clear of scams during this time. If you are enrolled in Medicare, the period from October 15 to December 7th is designated for modifying your Medicare Health and Part D prescription drug coverage. Currently, you may […]
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Aug
Aug
Provided By: Fox13 Tampa Bay News TAMPA, Fla. – Floridians are getting scammed out of money at an alarming rate and losing hundreds of millions of dollars last year, according to a recent investment fraud report. The report, conducted by the investment fraud law firm, Carlson Law in Miami, found Floridians lost more than $311 million to investment […]
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Jul
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Provided By CBS12 Six fraudsters are accused of stealing nearly $250,000 from Florida seniors through grandparent scams, the Florida Attorney General (AG) announced on Monday. The Attorney General’s Office of Statewide Prosecution said the scam affected seniors in multiple counties, including Palm Beach, Brevard, Broward, Lee, Miami-Dade, Orange, and Sarasota. The Miami-Dade Police Department’s Vice […]
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Jun
By The office of Senator Rick Scott As a member of the United States Senate Special Committee on Aging, Senator Rick Scott is fighting to protect Florida’s seniors from fraud and was proud to host a Senate Aging Hearing in the Villages with Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody on the growing risk of financial scams. The Internal […]
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