Online scams are nothing new. But with the advent of AI and new sophisticated techniques being employed by scammers, they are becoming more widespread and harder to spot. Total losses reported to IC3 by elderly victims increased 11% from 2022, with victims losing an average of $33,915.1 But itās not just the elderly who are vulnerable. Any investor can become a victim regardless of age.
The good news is that by staying vigilant and exercising good judgement, you can stop most scams before they start. In this article, weāll touch on some of the most prevalent types of scams and provide action steps you can take to help protect yourself, your family and your legacy. This brochure outlines examples of popular scams and action steps you can take to protect yourself.
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