Social Security Scams and Other Frauds Are Spiking During the Pandemic. What to Look For.

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Barron's - 5/17/2020 - Daisy Maxey - With coronavirus-relief payments circulating and many Americans in isolation amid the pandemic, scammers are seizing on the moment to exploit the fear and uncertainty the outbreak is creating. Seniors are among the most vulnerable as scammers often target them because they may have more assets or regular income and because they’re often more trusting than other age groups, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau warns. Read more @ https://www.barrons.com/articles/social ... 1589720401