Senior Scams: Don't Let Coupons Cut YOU
With the economy as it is, we're all looking for ways to save money. Cutting coupons each week to save on groceries is a great means of cutting costs, but the Internet makes this seemingly harmless practice risky. According to a recent article posted by the AARP, a surge in counterfeit coupons can cost you more in the long run.
"As more cash-strapped consumers turn to the Internet for print-to-save offers, hackers have taken notice, creating a virtual explosion of online coupon scams." And what do these scammers stand to reap from this? Apparently, nothing. They don't profit from this practice; it is more like a game to them. So what can you do to protect yourself? The AARP goes on to describe the high costs of taking counterfeit coupons and how you can avoid this trouble all together. Click here for the full article.
So what can you do to prevent you or someone you know from falling victim? Pass this information along to people you know - friends, neighbors, family members. Have you or has someone you love been the victim of scammers taking advantage of seniors? Share your experiences with us!