Learn about protecting yourself against investment scams and payments.
About the Event
Join AARP California, the California Department of Financial Protection & Innovation, and guest speakers throughout the month of August for Scam Chat Wednesdays - weekly virtual presentations that cover the latest scams and offer guidance on keeping your personal and financial information secure and protected.
The third presentation in our Scam Chat series focuses on how to protect yourself against investment and payment method scams. We will also explore scammers preferred methods of payments.
We will be discussing:
- What the SEC does and how you can use its resources to protect yourself
- Strategies for smart investing
- How to research investment products, risks, and fees
- Wire transfers and gift card fraud
Speakers include representatives from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission and the California Department of Financial Protection & Innovation.
Sign up for our additional workshops:
- August 7 - Identity Theft + Data Breaches
- August 14 - Imposter + Cryptocurrency Scams
- August 28 - Social Media Scams
How to Join
Sign in to your AARP.org account or create an account to register for events. AARP membership is not required. You will be emailed a link to join the class via Zoom prior to the event.
Explore other free online Scam Prevention classes and check out AARP Local for events in your state.
Contact AARP California at caaarp@aarp.org for more information about this event.
In Person: T.J. Health Pavilion Community Center, Glasgow, KY 
