Scam Alerts
Know the Latest Amazon-Impostor Scams
Be aware of the latest ways criminals use the company’s name to steal from consumers
Drivers: Keep an Eye Out for New Toll Road Scams
Criminals pretend to be highway officials requesting payment after your trip
Fake Delivery Service Text Alerts Are Rampant
How to tell if messages are legitimate or criminals’ smishing attempts this holiday season
How Time-Share Exit Scams Work and How to Avoid Them
Scammers pretend to help owners get out of their contracts while taking their cash
What to Know About Cryptocurrency ATMs
Kiosks are everywhere, helping scammers steal cash from victims
VSAFE Set Up to Help Veteran Scam Victims
VA announces a new website and call center to protect veterans from fraud
6 Top Scams to Watch Out for in 2024
Criminals are getting more sophisticated and supercharging old scams with new technology
Many Scammers Now Ask for Payment in Gold Bars
Criminals tell victims to liquidate their savings to buy gold — then hand it over for ‘safekeeping’
Fraud Fighting
What to Do if Your Wallet Is Lost or Stolen
7 steps to prevent identity theft and money loss — plus how to replace what’s missing
How to Avoid Scams on Zelle, Venmo and Other P2P Apps
Criminals love peer-to-peer payment methods; learn to use them safely
How to Avoid Scams on Facebook Marketplace
Scammers aim to take advantage of both buyers and sellers. Here’s how to spot and avoid them
Avoid Real Estate Wire Fraud When Buying a Home
A New Jersey couple lost nearly $92,000 to scammers — and they’re not alone
How, Why and When to Check (or Freeze) Your Credit Score
Monitoring your creditworthiness is key for tracking your financial health and spotting fraud
10 Worst Things to Carry in Your Wallet
With identity theft rampant, keep only the essentials in your pocket or purse
AI Fuels New, Frighteningly Effective Scams
The technology can help criminals impersonate celebs, law enforcement — or even you
Victim Support
AARP's Fraud Watch Network Helpline Is Fighting for You
Volunteers provide emotional support and practical advice to scam victims
Keep Those With Cognitive Decline Safe From Scams
Key steps to protect vulnerable family members’ finances in an age of rampant fraud
More on Fraud
Title Fraud Thiefs Steal Your Identity — Then Your Home
Criminals can use public information to victimize both buyers and owners in this real estate scam
What to Know About Those ‘We’ll Buy Your Home’ Ads
Shady house flippers use high-pressure tactics and offers of fast cash to make a profit on your property
What to Know to Protect Yourself Against Bank Scams
It can be hard to tell whether you’re being contacted by your bank or a criminal
‘Shark Tank’ Stars Images Used in Bogus Ads
Criminals manipulate their photos and videos in ads for weight-loss products, keto gummies
What to Do After You’ve Experienced a Scam
Take these steps to protect your bank accounts and personal information, and find the support you need
How Much Do You Know About P2P and Crypto Scams?
Take this quiz to see if you are savvy about tools like Zelle and Venmo, and why criminals
How to Avoid ‘Wrong Number’ Text Scams
Crooks pretend to contact you accidentally to lure you into a crypto investment or other scheme
Woman Who Lost Everything in a Romance Scam Finds New Purpose in Life
She became a fraud-fighting ‘warrior’ after fake surgeon left her nearly penniless
Glossary of Scam and Fraud Terminology
From A to Z, here’s a guide to the frequently used lingo of deception
