By now, most seniors are familiar with email, phone, and mail scams and are becoming savvier at avoiding these traps. However, scammers have found a new way to weasel their way into our wallets, and that’s through text message scams. And the numbers of these scams are going through the roof; in 2020, more than […]
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Top 5 Places to Retire in Alaska
Alaska is the ideal place to retire for the ultimate outdoor enthusiast. The state is covered in forests, rivers, and mountains; plus, it has the most coastline than any other state in the US. Though Alaska’s not everyone’s favorite retirement destination, the state’s smaller population is often another appealing aspect for those considering retirement to […]
Top PayPal Scams and How to Avoid Them
PayPal has been a convenient way to make financial transactions since 1998. And with more than 300 million PayPal users, it has attracted the attention of thousands of scammers looking to steal your money or identity. According to a survey by the AARP, around 50% of seniors use PayPal for their transactions, and that number […]
Top 5 Places To Retire in Kansas
Those looking for a friendly, welcoming state to retire should look at places to retire in Kansas. The Sunflower State, located in the southern half of the Midwest, is proud to be part of the bible belt. Those who reside in Kansas are a unique blend of Midwest friendliness and southern hospitality, making it appealing […]
Top 6 Sweepstakes Scams of 2021
Who wouldn’t want to win a dream vacation or thousands of dollars? Scam artists know the answer is everyone wants to be a winner, which is why sweepstakes scams have cost unsuspecting victims $166,000 in 2020. And unfortunately, 80% of the victims involved in these scams were seniors. What makes sweepstakes scams so challenging is […]