Edward Jones - Financial Advisor: Chris Tibbs

08/09/2024

You've likely worked hard to plan for your long-term financial objectives, but have you taken the critical steps needed to create safeguards through estate planning? Make sure you avoid these six common mistakes.

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06/04/2024

Scam artists have been known to impersonate loved ones, tricking older adults into providing personal information that can convince them the call is legitimate. Never give sensitive information (like your social security number or credit card number) over the phone, especially if you can't verify the caller. Learn more about grandparent scams: https://bit.ly/3KrfPwv

06/02/2024

Some scammers use social media or dating websites to start a relationship with the intended victim in order to ask the victim to send money, usually in the form of gift cards, prepaid money cards or even cash so that it can't be traced. Learn more about romance scams: https://bit.ly/4c6MLpT

05/31/2024

Thieves want you to act without giving you time to think. If you’re feeling pressured, stop and consider the situation. If an offer sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/4e5blZI

05/31/2024

The idea of winning millions in a lottery or sweepstakes can be exciting. But, if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is. Legitimate lotteries and sweepstakes never ask for money upfront in exchange for a prize.

05/29/2024

Long-distance relationships are becoming more commonplace in today's technologically advanced world. However, be wary of sending money, especially if you've never met in person. A scammer can prey on your emotional state and take advantage of your trust, generosity and goodwill.

05/29/2024

Inheritance or lottery scams try to get the victim to send money in order to receive the funds. However, you should never need to send money to receive legitimate winnings. Learn more here: https://bit.ly/3wXgLW5

05/27/2024

A New York state study found that for every documented case of older adult financial exploitation, another 44 went unreported. Click here to learn more about how to report suspected financial elder abuse: https://bit.ly/4bT0pNc

05/27/2024

This scam often involves an attorney searching for a beneficiary for his or her deceased client. Keep in mind that you should never pay money in order to get money. If you believe an offer is legitimate, discuss it with a family member or trusted friend to gain an outside perspective.

05/25/2024

Scam artists have been known to impersonate loved ones, tricking older adults into providing financial information or sending money to an unknown account. Always ask questions that only your loved one can answer or call your family member back at a number that you know to be legitimate.

05/25/2024

Although anyone can become a victim of fraud, some scams specifically target older adults. Learn strategies to help prevent elder financial fraud from happening to you or a loved one: https://bit.ly/3wMalcp

05/23/2024

Do you know how to protect yourself from a cyberattack? To help spread awareness of these increasingly frequent attacks, I'll be posting some common types of financial scams as well as tips for how to avoid becoming a target for fraud in the coming days and weeks. Click this link to learn more: https://bit.ly/3WVLE88