The Daily — Avoid These 6 Scams That Ripped Off Americans 50+

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Wednesday, November 29, 2017 YOUR UPDATE Get Your Member Benefits on the Go! Check Out the Free AARP Now App for the News, Events, Deals and Benefits That Matter Rob Dobi 1 Scammers prey on Americans over age 50 for a number of reasons. So, who are these thieves? Meet the faces of fraud and see what you can learn from these six scams that ripped off older Americans. 2 The Senate tax bill being debated this week could trigger Medicare cuts up to $25 billion, increase the federal debt and lead to mandatory reductions in "safety net" programs. Learn more. 3 If you claim your grandchildren as dependents on your taxes, you're legally required to purchase health insurance for them. So don't let the Dec. 15 deadline for ACA open enrollment slip by. 4 Intrigued by entrepreneurship, but not sure where to start? We created these videos and webinars to help walk you through the steps of launching, financing and marketing a business. 5 According to a new survey, older Americans are more likely to comparison-shop for internet plans and gasoline than for Medicare plans. What's behind this "epidemic of apathy"? 6 An analysis of complaints filed with the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau finds mortgage lenders, credit-reporting agencies and debt collectors are particularly likely to draw the ire of older Americans. 7 Share your caregiving trick, tip, tweak or time-saver for a chance to win $25. We will be awarding a winner every week! (See rules) 8 Hot flashes, mood swings, lack of desire, memory lapses, insomnia … all before age 40? Disrupt Aging demystifies the phenomenon known as "perimenopause." 9 Created in the '60s and '70s as eye-catching ads, larger-than-life "Muffler Man" sculptures were once a common sight. Have you spotted one? If so, take a picture and tell the Online Community where it is.

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