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Door-to-Door Sales: Protect Yourself from Fraud
AARP explains how to protect yourself from door-to-door sales fraud. That friendly salesperson may be a con artist.
March 27, 2006
By: AARP Outreach & Service
Dollars and Dents: Staged Car Accidents
Older drivers can be the innocent victims of staged car accidents. Know what to do if you get involved in an accident to protect yourself against this kind of insurance fraud.
December 1, 2003
Credit Card Fraud
Credit card fraud costs you lost time, great inconvenience, and money. AARP talks about how to protect yourself from credit card fraud.
December 1, 2003
By: AARP Outreach & Service
Stopping Unwanted Sales Calls
AARP has information on how you can cut down on telemarketing calls and what you can do if you get calls you've said you don't want.
October 7, 2004
By: AARP Outreach & Service | Source: AARP.org
Understanding Your Cell Phone Bill
Costs for a cell phone can add up if you don't have the right plan. Check your bill and reevaluate your plan.
April 11, 2006
By: AARP Outreach & Service | Source: AARP.org
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