R.O.S.E., Resources/Outreach to Safeguard the Elderly In today’s digital age, data breaches are becoming increasingly common, leaving consumers vulnerable to identity theft. In one of the largest, most recent breaches, AT&T exposed 73 million passwords. While the vast majority were former customers (before 2019), it’s estimated that over 7-1/2 million were current customers. While there’s…
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April 2024, Generals
Be Alert to Tax Return Fraud
R.O.S.E., Resources/Outreach to Safeguard the Elderly It’s tax season! That means it’s also time for tax return fraud. This type of fraud is a pervasive issue that can wreak havoc on your finances and leave you dealing with the fallout for months or even years. Did you know that the IRS flagged over $5 billion…
November 2023, Generals
Thanksgiving Safety: How to Avoid Scams in November
R.O.S.E., Resources/Outreach to Safeguard the Elderly As November rolls in, families across the country prepare to celebrate Thanksgiving, a time for expressing gratitude and sharing moments of togetherness. Unfortunately, it’s also a season when scams tend to be on the rise. Scammers are skilled at exploiting the holiday spirit, preying on people’s emotions and generosity.…