You’re probably familiar with the concept of insurance fraud since it has been around for a long time. The earliest recorded instance involves a merchant intentionally sinking his ship in 300 B.C.! The merchant drowned in the process. You might be surprised at insurance fraud’s adverse effects on your bottom line. Here are some common […]
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Your greatest financial strengths can also make you a target. As a retiree, assets like excellent credit, homeownership, and a solid nest egg are well-earned—but they also attract scammers. Deceptions targeting older adults are on the rise, preying on financial security and trust. This article covers common scams and key strategies to help you protect
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WASHINGTON, Nov. 11, 2024 – On this Veteran’s Day, an elder fraud prevention advocate, Janine Williamson, has called upon Congress to swiftly address the alarming rates of financial fraud affecting American consumers. At the heart of her advocacy lies S. 4943 and H.R. 9303, collectively called the “Protecting Consumers from Payment Scams Act.” Addressing the
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Carie and Jon Hallford have recently pleaded guilty to federal fraud charges, a year after they absconded from Colorado, leaving behind a graveyard of 190 decaying corpses in their funeral home. The couple was accused of embezzling funds from customers and a COVID-19 relief program and squandering the money on their personal luxuries such as
