Pass it On, an FTC education campaign, gives you new ways to talk about scams and how to prevent them.

This article explains the Senior Safe Act that enlists financial institutions as allies in preventing the financial abuse of older adults. 

The Attorney General’s Consumer Protection Section enforces state and federal laws designed to protect consumers from fraud, deception, and misrepresentation. The Section serves as the central clearinghouse in Virginia for consumer complaints. Complaints are assigned for handling within the Section or referred to the appropriate local, state, or federal agency having jurisdiction.

It's important to ask questions whenever you’re asked to give — whether over the phone, in direct mail, or online. Do some research before donating.

Check out the list of today’s hottest emerging frauds.

Financial  exploitation, also known as financial abuse, occurs when someone illegally or improperly uses your money or property for their own benefi

This tip sheet provides strategies for how old adults can stop robocalls.

Having the right tools to fight fraud can make a huge difference. Learn about the top 5 Social Security fraud and scam prevention tools. 

The Virginia Victims Fund (officially the Criminal Injuries Compensation Fund) can assist people impacted by crime in Virginia to apply for assistance for reasonable and necessary expenses that arise from the crime.

Older people often have regular income, accumulated savings, or equity in their homes. This makes them attractive targets for exploitation by con artists, unscrupulous family members, caregivers and others.