Beware the phone frauds
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Aged people find themselves the victims of telemarketing fraud because of their vulnerability and penchant for moneymaking schemes. Edward Gould, a former con artist, suggests that they should never succumb to telemarketers no matter how believable their propositions or sales talk are.
Publication Name: New Choices: Living Even Better After 50
Subject: Seniors
ISSN: 1085-1003
Year: 1996
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Preying on your kindness
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Charity fraud is on the rise as the pool of potential charitable donors gets larger. In order to stop fraudulent schemes that amount to some $1.3 billion annually, donors must do a background check of the charity first. Checks, not cash, must be made out only to the charity.
Publication Name: New Choices: Living Even Better After 50
Subject: Seniors
ISSN: 1085-1003
Year: 1996
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Investment scams: how to spot and foil them
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Near-retirees are advised to be prudent and not be lured by excessive profits being promoted by fraudulent investment schemes. It is imperative that a broker's background be thoroughly examined for credibility and that risks be duly assessed.
Publication Name: New Choices: Living Even Better After 50
Subject: Seniors
ISSN: 1085-1003
Year: 1996
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