Imposter scams cost older adults $700 million in 2024, FTC finds: Some victims are ‘clearing out’ their 401(k)s

Imposter scams cost older adults 0 million in 2024, FTC finds: Some victims are ‘clearing out’ their 401(k)s


Key Points
  • Americans age 60 and older are reporting being victims of imposter scams in increasing numbers, according to the Federal Trade Commission.
  • They sometimes lose all the savings held in a bank account or 401(k), the agency said.
  • There are ways to avoid getting scammed.



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