5 steps to protect your finances from family scams
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Seniors lose over $28 billion yearly to fraud with 70% from people they know. A five-step plan can help protect your aging parents from financial exploitation.
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If you’ve got aging parents or grandparents, it’s time to take action. People in your circle can cause serious financial damage, known as family fraud, if you’re not careful. And, worse yet, almost 90% of family fraud doesn’t get reported by seniors due to shame, fear and potential repercussions. Here’s a simple five-step plan to protect your loved ones before someone you thought you could trust takes advantage of them.
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