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Hitting the Road? Watch Out for Travel Scams.

Posted on 06/17/25

Travel scams are heating up just in time for summer, from bogus deals to fake booking sites and other schemes. Here is how to spot some of the most popular vacation scams.…
Tackling Toll Road Scams

Posted on 06/17/25

Has your phone been lighting up with messages saying you owe a road toll….and you can’t even recall having driven on a toll road?…
More Than 2300 Older South Dakotans Benefit from Free Tax Help

Posted on 05/20/25

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide provides free in-person and virtual tax assistance and preparation each year, focusing on adults over 50 with low income.…
How to Make Yourself a Harder Target in Three Easy Steps

Posted on 05/20/25

Criminals are always looking for ways to get your personal information to use in criminal activities. The good news is that there are many steps you can take to help protect your data and minimize…
When a Sweepstakes DOESN’T Make You a Winner

Posted on 05/20/25

Who wouldn’t want to win thousands or even millions of dollars, or the chance to go on a luxury vacation? There are many legitimate sweepstakes and contests out there, and the idea of winning some…
Property Tax Refund Program: Do You Qualify?

Posted on 05/06/25

Applications are now open for South Dakota's property tax refund program.…
AARP Local Resources and Events to Fight Fraud

Posted on 04/22/25

Worried About Fraud and Scams? AARP Local Resources and Events Can Help…
When "The Check's In the Mail" Really Isn't: What to know about fake-check scams

Posted on 04/15/25

Several scams rely on convincing a person to deposit a check as a first step of the crime. The scammers then convince their target to use the money in a specific way.…
How to Fly the Friendly Skies – and Avoid Scammers

Posted on 04/01/25

The deadline is coming – in fact, it's almost here. Beginning May 7, 2025, airline passengers need an enhanced driver's license, known as Real ID, or a passport to board a plane.…
Fraud Reaches Unprecedented Levels in 2024

Posted on 04/01/25

Fraud reached unprecedented levels in 2024, with a staggering $12.5 billion lost, a shocking increase of 25% over 2023.…