BEWARE of anyone calling or texting who directs you to buy Gift Cards as a quick means of making payment.

Calls to be careful of:

           1.  Social Security warning of a problem with our account

           2.  A utility company warning of an imminent shutoff

           3.  A lottery company promising a big prize - once you pay some fees upfront

           4.  A grandchild needing bail or facing another financial emergency

NEVER  share the numbers on the back of a gift card either by reading them to someone over the phone or by sending them a picture of them.

AARP Can Help - If you are 50 years of age or older and suspect that you have been targeted or have fallen victim to a scam contact the AARP Fraud Watch Network Helpline at 1 (877) 908-3360.