Protect Yourself From Scams

Scammers manufacture urgency—IRS arrest, grandson in jail, boss wire request. Pause and verify on known numbers.

Never move money to crypto wallets because video caller showed face—deepfakes exist.

Romance scams build months of trust before crisis loan.

Check URLs carefully; type bank address yourself.

If scammed, report to local police and bank immediately; shame helps criminals repeat.

Elder relatives need check-in calls, not lectures.

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