To avoid imposters, consider these tips on avoiding some common imposter scams: click here for the full article in Age Wise King County.
- IRS Imposter Scam—The IRS will not contact you by phone about paying back taxes without first sending you a written notice.
- Tech Support Scam—Technology companies will not contact you to warn about viruses on your machine. Don’t give out your financial information, and don’t give anyone access to your computer.
- Family Emergency Scam—The goal of this scam is to play on your fears and get you to act fast. Slow down and check with others to make sure you’re really hearing from a loved one.
- Romance Scam—Be extra careful when dealing with anyone you’ve met online. Romance scams often start with fake profiles on online dating sites. Be wary of anyone who professes love too quickly, wants to leave the dating site immediately and use personal email or instant messaging to communicate, or anyone who asks for money.
- Foreign Lottery Fraud—You can’t win a lottery you never entered. Plus, it’s illegal for a U.S. citizen to participate in a foreign lottery when they are in the U.S.