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Podcast Episode on lost pet scams: A Florida couple discovers their dog missing. They post alerts on social media. A caller claims the dog has been hit by a car. A convincing picture of him on the operating table is shared #fraudwatchnetwork #AARPvolunteer sprou.tt/18WrTqtbyWR

Wonder what today's most common scams are, how they operate, and practical ways to help avoid becoming a victim? Read the article to learn about the top scams targeting older adults.#fraudwatchnetwork #AARPvolunteer sprou.tt/1L26UFEL8gO

Scammers recycle what works. After last summer’s toll road scams, a new version where texts claiming you owe for a traffic or parking violation are popping up. Avoid responding, clicking links, or scanning QR codes from unexpected messages. #fraudwatchnetwork #AARPvolunteer

Home repairs are inevitable. But when you’re looking for help, the wrong contractor can make matters worse. Here are nine warning signs of home-repair scams and tips to help find a reliable contractor. #fraudwatchnetwork #AARPvolunteer sprou.tt/1ThCltpxJuX

Nearly half of all loyalty accounts go unchecked, making it easier for criminals to steal over $1 billion in points each year. Learn how to spot the scams and help protect what’s yours. #fraudwatchnetwork #AARPvolunteer. sprou.tt/1R18jyfIs1t

Looking for tips to help protect yourself from criminals who install skimmers on card readers to steal users’ cash or SNAP benefits? Here are 8! #fraudwatchnetwork #AARPvolunteer sprou.tt/1GH2yVfYsD2

Gift cards are not payments. They are gifts. Requests for unusual payment methods are a clear red flag, as scammers often try to get money through methods that are fast, hard to reverse, and difficult to trace. #fraudwatchnetwork #AARPvolunteer sprou.tt/1pKD0nPiVJ2

In a SIM‑swap scam, criminals pose as you to take control of your phone number. They then use it to access or open accounts in your name. Here’s how these scams work and steps you can take to protect yourself. #fraudwatchnetwork #AARPvolunteer sprou.tt/1mFu4LtvvCj

“You’ve won!” while it sounds exciting, it’s often a scam. Prize, sweepstakes, and lottery scams are among the most common reports to the AARP Fraud Watch Network Helpline (877-908-3360). Here’s how they work. #fraudwatchnetwork #AARPvolunteer sprou.tt/1gEr0NXcnNs

AARP is hosting free in‑person and virtual events across the country to help protect families and neighbors from fraud. See what's happening and how to join us! #fraudwatchnetwork #AARPvolunteer sprou.tt/1LV4NH8ahUR

AARP is working across the country to strengthen consumer protections at cryptocurrency kiosks. Check out this article for information on how your state is helping protect adults 50‑plus from crypto kiosk scams. #fraudwatchnetwork #AARPvolunteer sprou.tt/1taTSftrJcH

A woman suddenly loses service on her smartphone. She realizes that criminals are draining money from her accounts and even selling her stocks. Learn how to protect yourself from common SIM swapping scams. #fraudwatchnetwork #AARPvolunteer sprou.tt/1gL3euY3dVn

After a loss, families deserve support—not scams. Criminals often monitor obituaries and social media to target grieving loved ones. Learn the warning signs of bereavement scams and how to protect your family. #fraudwatchnetwork #AARPvolunteer sprou.tt/1zrBzSHXnxP

Retirement communities while idyllic places to spend your older years can also be hot spots for fraud Here’s what residents and families should know. #fraudwatchnetwork #AARPvolunteer sprou.tt/1WDnDcs4HmP

When Eric, a clerk in a Tennessee gas station, spots Ellen urgently searching for the crypto kiosk, he steps in and saves her from sending $6,200 to criminals impersonating the county sheriff. #fraudwatchnetwork #AARPvolunteer sprou.tt/1YW9C7va5Ye

When filing in 2026, here are some tips to help avoid tax prep schemes, fake rebate promises and IRS impersonators. #fraudwatchnetwork #AARPvolunteer sprou.tt/1KDEJioa81U

🚩Request to pay using an unconventional method—like a cryptocurrency kiosk (also called a crypto ATM)? That’s a major red flag for a scam. #fraudwatchnetwork #AARPvolunteer sprou.tt/1e3iiXVEziO

New job in your future? Work-from-home offers can be appealing—but some aren’t legitimate. Even if you’re not job hunting, someone you know likely is. Please share to help protect them from Job Scams. #fraudwatchnetwork #AARPvolunteer sprou.tt/1ELlf9UdIDL

Criminals stole nearly $400,000 from Mary Ellen. This was during a months-long scheme that started with a fake “Amazon Fraud Protection” call. Her story shows how convincing these scams can be—and why awareness matters. #fraudwatchnetwork #AARPvolunteer sprou.tt/1Orme1DoKh9

Not sure how and where to report scams? This guide explains how and where to report scams — and why it’s crucial to do so. #fraudwatchnetwork #AARPvolunteer sprou.tt/1tpsH6TEcyx