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• The Latest Scams You Need to Be Aware of in 2024 | Experian

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  Many of the latest scams in 2024 are twists on existing scams. Here's what to look out for and steps you can take to protect yourself from scams.

• Four Signs That It’s a Scam | Federal Trade Commission

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  Recognizing these common signs of a scam could help you avoid one.

• Common Scams and Frauds

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  Find information on common scams and frauds that can happen to you, including those involving Coronavirus, banking and investing, charities, lotteries and sweepstakes, census-related and government grants.

• Prevent Deepfake Fraud Attacks

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  Explanation of deepfakes, how they are used in fraud and how to detect them.

• Stop Fraud Colorado | Colorado Attorney General

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  Get the latest fraud alerts, tips for avoiding fraud, plus resources to help identify and report potential frauds and scams. Brought to you by the Colorado Attorney General's Office.

• Security @ Home | Jefferson County

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  The Chief Security Information Officer at Jefferson County brings you important information about the latest cyber security threats and scams, tips on how to avoid being a victim and keeping your personal private information and at-home personal…Read moreRead more of this annotation

• Consumer Advice | Federal Trade Commission

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  Learn about the latest scams, and get advice to help you avoid, report and recover from them.

• Identity Theft Prevention and Recovery| Federal Trade Commission

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  Report identity theft and get a recovery plan. IdentityTheft.gov can help you report and recover from identity theft.

• What You Should Know About Tech Support Scams | Consumer Financial Protection Bureau

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  Be wary of scammers offering phony tech support. See tips from the CFPB to spot, avoid and report a scam.

• AARP's ElderWatch

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  AARP ElderWatch engages hundreds of volunteers each year to help older consumers recognize, refuse and report fraud and scams. This website provides additional information and tools to help protect consumers against financial exploitation.

• Tax Scams and Consumer Alerts | Internal Revenue Service

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  Don't fall victim to tax scams. Learn how to spot a scam and what to do. 

• Defending Against COVID-19 Cyber Scams

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  Tips to protect yourself against online COVID-19 scams.

• Fraud Alerts | Coronavirus (COVID-19) |Department of Justice

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  Criminals are exploiting COVID-19 worldwide through a variety of scams. See the latest fraudulent activity reports and access resources if you've been a victim of fraudulent activity.

• How to Verify a Census Bureau Survey, Mailing or Contact

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  Tips for identifying whether a survey, mailing or personal contact from the Census Bureau is legitimate.