Scam Awareness Articles

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Every Scam Coming Your Way

Expert articles written to help older Americans understand how scams work — so you can spot them, avoid them, and know exactly what to do.

Older couple reviewing a suspicious credit card charge on their phone
Credit Card Fraud
The Credit Card Scam That Starts with a "Security Alert"
Luke Mason April 2026 8 min read

Scammers are calling older Americans pretending to be their bank's fraud department — and the calls are convincing. Here's exactly how this scam works, what they say, and the warning signs to listen for.

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Older man on video call with someone claiming to be tech support
Tech Support Fraud
That "Microsoft Support" Call? Here's What They're Really After
Luke Mason April 2026 7 min read

Tech support scams cost Americans $1.4 billion in 2024 alone. They begin with an alarming pop-up or a call claiming your computer has been compromised. Learn to identify and shut down these calls before they escalate.

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Older man on phone call while working on his laptop — impersonation call scam
Phone Scams
When the "IRS" Calls: Understanding Government Impersonation Scams
Luke Mason April 2026 9 min read

IRS impersonation, Social Security fraud calls, and Medicare scams are among the most common and most convincing scams targeting older Americans. This guide breaks down how each one works and what to say when they call.

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SCAM written on notepad with scattered dollar bills
⚡ Breaking · April 2026
Man Arrested Before Collecting $800K in Gold from Louisiana Seniors
Luke Mason April 2026 7 min read

A 25-year-old New Jersey man was intercepted on April 7 before collecting $800,000 in gold from an elderly Louisiana couple. Investigators say it's one part of a multi-state organized fraud network targeting seniors across the country.

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Person typing on laptop in the dark — AI fraud
⚡ Breaking · AI Scam
AI Now Clones Your Grandchild's Voice to Steal From You. It Takes 3 Seconds.
Luke Mason April 2026 9 min read

A fast-evolving scam uses AI to clone family members' voices and call grandparents with fake emergencies. The FBI has issued multiple warnings. Here's what the calls sound like and how to shut them down.

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Hacker at computer with green code on screen
Investment Fraud
Romance Scams and "Pig Butchering": How Fraudsters Spend Months Earning Your Trust
Luke Mason April 2026 11 min read

Romance scams cost $1.14 billion in 2024. The newest version combines fake relationships with fake investment platforms — and waits months before asking for a cent. A deep look at how this works and every warning sign.

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Person at keyboard holding a credit card — representing online payment fraud
Text & Email Scams
That Text About Your "Undelivered Package" Is Almost Certainly a Scam
Luke Mason April 2026 8 min read

Fake USPS, FedEx, and Amazon texts are now one of the most common scams in America. 61% of adults receive them weekly. Learn exactly how to tell a real delivery notification from a fake — before you click anything.

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