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Your Money, Your Rules: Fighting Fraud
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In this episode of Boomers and Beyond with the Delaware Blogger Podcast, Antionette Blake delves into the crucial topic of fraud prevention and online scams, especially targeting the boomer generation. With increasing digital threats, it's essential to stay vigilant and informed.
Key Points Discussed:
1. Common Scams:
- Phishing Scams: Fraudulent emails and texts designed to steal personal information.
- Grandparent Scams: Imposters posing as grandchildren in need of financial help.
- Tech Support Scams: Unsolicited calls and emails offering fake technical support.
- Investment Scams: Promises of high returns with little risk to deceive victims.
- Romance Scams: Online relationships fabricated to extract money and personal information.
2. Tips for Staying Safe Online:
- Be wary of unsolicited calls, emails, and texts.
- Do not click on links or download attachments from unknown sources.
- Use strong, unique passwords and change them regularly.
- Implement two-factor authentication wherever possible.
- Avoid giving out personal information online or over the phone unless you initiated the contact.
3. Actions to Take if Victimized:
- Report incidents to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and the Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3).
- Contact local law enforcement.
- Seek help from trusted family members or legal services.
Antionette also emphasizes the importance of locking down your credit reports and being aware of the signs of fraud. For more detailed tips and information, visit her blog at https://delblogger.com.
Closing Message:
Antionette encourages listeners to stay informed, vigilant, and supportive of one another to combat online fraud effectively.
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Thank you for tuning in! If you have additional tips or experiences, please share them in the comments or leave a review. Remember, we are in this together. Stay safe and stay informed. See you next week!
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