SCAM ALERT: Be on the Lookout for These Scams in April 2025
Posted on 04/01/25
Scammers are criminals. The best way to stop a scam is to spot the red flags!
2024 Fraud Totals
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Fraud reached unprecedented levels in 2024, with a staggering $12.5 billion lost, a shocking increase of 25% over 2023. The number of reports remained stable from 2023 to 2024, but the percentage of reporters who had money stolen jumped from 27% to 38%.
Key Takeaways:
- Impostor scams continue to rise, with criminals impersonating trusted individuals, companies, or government agencies to deceive victims.
- 1 in 5 victims of impostor scams had money stolen from them, with an average loss of about $800 per person.
- Many scams were tied to gift card purchases or cryptocurrency, with a total of $2.95 billion being stolen from consumers across the country.
Email remained the most popular method for criminals to reach their victims, with a 25% increase in its use compared to last year.
These numbers are shocking, but the true extent of fraud is likely much higher, as a significant amount of fraud goes unreported. Last October, the FTC factored in underreporting from 2023, estimating that the $10.4 billion in losses reported to the agency that year was more like $158.3 billion.
Avoiding Fake Tax Preparers
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April 15 is almost here, and many Americans are realizing that their plans to do their own taxes this year didn't work out. If you're one of them and looking for some last-minute help, here's what to look out for to avoid fraudulent tax preparers.
Pay attention to payment and promises. Tax scammers may ask for payment in cash up-front or ask to be paid a percentage of your return. Some might also promise a large return before they even see your paperwork. These are all red flags. No one can guarantee you a return nor should anyone be paid in advance or more than a standard fee.
Another warning sign is someone who avoids filling out their tax preparer ID or refuses to sign your return. Anyone who isn't willing to identify themselves on your tax forms or asks you to sign your tax return before it's completed shouldn't be trusted.
Tax season can be stressful, but resources are available at IRS.gov to help you find a reliable and safe professional to help you through it.
TSA Deadlines & Real ID Scams
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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. This change is based on a recommendation of the 9/11 Commission as a way to improve airline safety. Beware -- anytime there is a deadline there will also be scams.
Most Real ID scams will likely be phishing attempts that appear to be from a legitimate source, such as your state DMV or the federal Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Be wary of emails, texts or phone calls claiming to be from these agencies -- or another state agency -- and never click on links. These government offices will not contact you about Real ID. It is an optional license and is up to each individual to obtain it on their own.
For more information about obtaining a Real ID , contact your state or local DMV office or visit dhs.gov/real-id.
How to Avoid Fake Check Scams
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Several scams rely on convincing the target to deposit a check as a first step of the crime. They then convince the target to use the money in a specific way. For example, in some work-from-home scams, the “company” will send a check for deposit, and then once it “clears”, they direct the target to purchase needed office equipment from the company’s “catalogue”.
The catch? The check was fake and it bounced, and the equipment catalogue was fake, too. The money the target spent on “equipment” came from their own money. And, the equipment never comes.
Even though a check deposit may appear to be cleared on your banking app or website, the process can take several weeks. The criminals rely on most of us not knowing this, so they get us to deposit and then quickly transact against the deposit. When the check is determined to be fake, the target is out that money.
Be suspicious anytime someone wants to send a check that you then must act on with some immediacy – making purchases, paying a fee or sending funds to a third party for example.
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Be a fraud fighter! If you can spot a scam, you can stop a scam.
Report scams to local law enforcement. For help from AARP, call 877-908-3360 or visit the AARP Fraud Watch Network at www.aarp.org/fraudwatchnetwork
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"Resource/aarp2_master.footer.html");$viewFile = '/var/www/vhosts/vcc_staging/app/View/Layouts/aarp_2023.ctp' $dataForView = array( 'content_for_layout' => '<div class="row twoColumnLayout"> <div class="col-md-8 left-rail"><div class="module clearfix"><div class="ar-basic-box"> <div> <div class="module-spacer"> <header><h1 class="article-headline">SCAM ALERT: Be on the Lookout for These Scams in April 2025</h1></header> <div class="posted-on"> Posted on 04/01/25 </div> </div> <div class="module-spacer"> <span class="blog-content"><p><div class="RichTextArticleBody"> <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><p><b><i>Scammers are criminals. The best way to stop a scam is to spot the red flags!</i></b> <br><br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/d3/c2/001db645418b8d1f8cb141214b76/1-fwn-april-2025.png" alt="1. FWN April 2025.png" width="1080" height="1080" style="height: auto; max-width: 300px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><b>2024 Fraud Totals</b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.ftc.gov/reports/consumer-sentinel-network-data-book-2024" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>MORE RESOURCES</b></a></span></span><br>Fraud reached unprecedented levels in 2024, with a staggering $12.5 billion lost, a shocking increase of 25% over 2023. The number of reports remained stable from 2023 to 2024, but the percentage of reporters who had money stolen jumped from 27% to 38%.<br><br>Key Takeaways:<br></p><ul><li>Impostor scams continue to rise, with criminals impersonating trusted individuals, companies, or government agencies to deceive victims.</li><li>1 in 5 victims of impostor scams had money stolen from them, with an average loss of about $800 per person.</li><li>Many scams were tied to gift card purchases or cryptocurrency, with a total of $2.95 billion being stolen from consumers across the country.</li></ul><p>Email remained the most popular method for criminals to reach their victims, with a 25% increase in its use compared to last year.<br><br>These numbers are shocking, but the true extent of fraud is likely much higher, as a significant amount of fraud goes unreported. Last October, the FTC factored in underreporting from 2023, estimating that the $10.4 billion in losses reported to the agency that year was more like $158.3 billion.<br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/6c/16/4e0a29d840a799173d938702858b/2-fwn-april-2025.png" alt="2. FWN April 2025.png" width="1080" height="1080" style="height: auto; max-width: 300px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><b>Avoiding Fake Tax Preparers</b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/new-jersey/ag-platkin-high-alert-for-fraud-tax-season" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>MORE RESOURCES</b></a></span></span><br>April 15 is almost here, and many Americans are realizing that their plans to do their own taxes this year didn't work out. If you're one of them and looking for some last-minute help, here's what to look out for to avoid fraudulent tax preparers.<br><br>Pay attention to payment and promises. Tax scammers may ask for payment in cash up-front or ask to be paid a percentage of your return. Some might also promise a large return before they even see your paperwork. These are all red flags. No one can guarantee you a return nor should anyone be paid in advance or more than a standard fee.<br><br>Another warning sign is someone who avoids filling out their tax preparer ID or refuses to sign your return. Anyone who isn't willing to identify themselves on your tax forms or asks you to sign your tax return before it's completed shouldn't be trusted.<br><br>Tax season can be stressful, but resources are available at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.irs.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">IRS.gov</a></span></span> to help you find a reliable and safe professional to help you through it.<br><br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/71/4b/f09ad68f478097571cdaa59da9f9/3-fwn-april-2025.png" alt="3. FWN April 2025.png" width="1080" height="1080" style="height: auto; max-width: 300px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><b>TSA Deadlines & Real ID Scams</b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/info-2025/avoid-real-id-scams.html?intcmp=AE-FRDSC-MOR-R2-POS3" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>MORE RESOURCES</b></a></span></span><br><br>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. This change is based on a recommendation of the 9/11 Commission as a way to improve airline safety. Beware -- anytime there is a deadline there will also be scams.<br><br>Most Real ID scams will likely be <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/phishing/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">phishing</a></span></span> attempts that appear to be from a legitimate source, such as your state DMV or the federal Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Be wary of emails, texts or phone calls claiming to be from these agencies -- or another state agency -- and never click on links. These government offices will not contact you about Real ID. It is an optional license and is up to each individual to obtain it on their own.<br><br>For more information about obtaining a Real ID , contact your state or local DMV office or visit dhs.gov/<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><span class="Link">real-id</span></span></span>.<br><br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/19/f7/6aa4c89440a69db28975b6b0024b/4-fwn-april-2025.png" alt="4. FWN April 2025.png" width="1080" height="1080" style="height: auto; max-width: 300px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><b>How to Avoid Fake Check Scams</b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/fake-check-what-you-need-to-know/?intcmp=AE-FRDSC-MOR-R2-POS3" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>MORE RESOURCES</b></a></span></span><br>Several scams rely on convincing the target to deposit a check as a first step of the crime. They then convince the target to use the money in a specific way. For example, in some work-from-home scams, the “company” will send a check for deposit, and then once it “clears”, they direct the target to purchase needed office equipment from the company’s “catalogue”.<br><br>The catch? The check was fake and it bounced, and the equipment catalogue was fake, too. The money the target spent on “equipment” came from their own money. And, the equipment never comes.<br><br>Even though a check deposit may appear to be cleared on your banking app or website, the process can take several weeks. The criminals rely on most of us not knowing this, so they get us to deposit and then quickly transact against the deposit. When the check is determined to be fake, the target is out that money.<br><br>Be suspicious anytime someone wants to send a check that you then must act on with some immediacy – making purchases, paying a fee or sending funds to a third party for example.<br><b>_____________________________________________________</b><br><b>Be a fraud fighter! If you can <u>spot</u> a scam, you can <u>stop</u> a scam.</b><br><br><b>Report scams to local law enforcement. For help from AARP, call 877-908-3360 or visit the AARP Fraud Watch Network at </b><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://www.aarp.org/fraudwatchnetwork" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>www.aarp.org/fraudwatchnetwork</b></a></span></span></p></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> </div> </div><div class="module clearfix"><script src="https://npmcdn.com/flickity@2/dist/flickity.pkgd.min.js"></script> <script src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.d703996ba6a992470f9f7fa2170736df.gz.js"></script> <link class="Webpack-css" rel="stylesheet" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.2cef3303b65f09149a6db29044f033cb.gz.css"> <!-- <script src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.c85a242a55150cd195e494cd6e5b9c77.gz.js" async=""></script> <link rel="stylesheet" media="all" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.bfe6eb5a8301841feef3af4e9bd1e26d.gz.css"> --> <!-- bypass --> <style> a:focus, a:hover { text-decoration: underline; } h1.article-headline { margin: 0 0 1rem; } </style> <!-- <style> .Enhancement-item .Figure { margin-bottom: 24px; } .RichTextArticleBody-body ul { margin-bottom: 24px; } .RichTextArticleBody-body p{ margin: 12px 0; } .RichTextModule-items { clear: both; display: table; width: 100%; margin-bottom: 12px; } .VideoEnhancement>* { color: var(--primaryTextColor); font-size: 13px; font-weight: 400; line-height: 1.4; font-style: italic; background: #f0efed } @media only screen and (min-width: 768px) { .VideoEnhancement>* { font-size:14px; font-weight: 400; line-height: 1.47 } } .VideoEnhancement-title { padding: 20px } @media only screen and (min-width: 768px) { .VideoEnhancement-title { padding:30px } } .VideoEnhancement-player>* { position: relative; width: 100%; height: 0; padding-bottom: 56.25% } .VideoEnhancement iframe { border: 0; position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100% } [data-video-player] { display: block; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; margin: 0 auto; } [data-video-player][data-aspect-ratio="4x3"] { padding-bottom: 56.25%; } [data-video-player][data-aspect-ratio="16x9"] { padding-bottom: 56.25% } </style> --></div><div class="module clearfix"><div class="module-spacer tout-homefit-750"> <a data-formelementid="CSN-LOCAL-HC-NEWSSK-02272024" href="/charleston-wv/home-and-community/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-HC-NEWSSK-02272024"><img class="img-responsive" alt="Explore the free AARP HomeFit Guide" title="Explore the free AARP HomeFit Guide" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/touts/HomeFit_750x150.png"></a> </div></div></div> <div class="col-md-4 right-rail thin-rhs"><pre class="cake-error"><a href="javascript:void(0);" onclick="document.getElementById('cakeErr6800d952ee05b-trace').style.display = (document.getElementById('cakeErr6800d952ee05b-trace').style.display == 'none' ? 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#007700">) ? </span><span style="color: #0000BB">self</span><span style="color: #007700">::</span><span style="color: #0000BB">replace</span><span style="color: #007700">(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$match</span><span style="color: #007700">[</span><span style="color: #0000BB">2</span><span style="color: #007700">], </span><span style="color: #0000BB">$town</span><span style="color: #007700">, </span><span style="color: #0000BB">$callCake</span><span style="color: #007700">): </span><span style="color: #DD0000">''</span><span style="color: #007700">), </span><span style="color: #0000BB">$text</span><span style="color: #007700">);</span></span></code></span></pre><pre id="cakeErr6800d952ee05b-context" class="cake-context" style="display: none;">$text = '<!--default--> <!-- module_RHS - AARP Events --> {ifnot_slug==healthy-living/map} {module_RHS - AARP Events} {endif} {module_RHS - Tout A} {module_RHS - Ad Slot 1} {module_RHS - Join AARP Today} {module_RHS - Ad Slot 2} {module_FB - State Side Panel} {module_RHS - State Contact Us}' $town = array( '_id' => '576180bb0c4e268f7f8bb897', 'city' => 'Charleston', 'state' => 'WV', 'nearby' => array( (int) 0 => array( 'city' => 'Charleston', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'charleston-wv' ), (int) 1 => array( 'city' => 'South Charleston', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'south-charleston-wv' ), (int) 2 => array( 'city' => 'Dunbar', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'dunbar-wv' ), (int) 3 => array( 'city' => 'Cross Lanes', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'cross-lanes-wv' ), (int) 4 => array( 'city' => 'Institute', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'institute-wv' ), (int) 5 => array( 'city' => 'Tad', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'tad-wv' ), (int) 6 => array( 'city' => 'Pinch', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'pinch-wv' ), (int) 7 => array( 'city' => 'Hernshaw', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'hernshaw-wv' ), (int) 8 => array( 'city' => 'Belle', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'belle-wv' ), (int) 9 => array( 'city' => 'Saint Albans', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'saint-albans-wv' ), (int) 10 => array( 'city' => 'Elkview', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'elkview-wv' ), (int) 11 => array( 'city' => 'Nitro', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'nitro-wv' ), (int) 12 => array( 'city' => 'Tornado', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'tornado-wv' ), (int) 13 => array( 'city' => 'Blount', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'blount-wv' ), (int) 14 => array( 'city' => 'Upper Falls', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'upper-falls-wv' ) ), 'local' => array( (int) 0 => 'charleston-wv', (int) 1 => 'south-charleston-wv', (int) 2 => 'dunbar-wv', (int) 3 => 'cross-lanes-wv', (int) 4 => 'institute-wv', (int) 5 => 'tad-wv', (int) 6 => 'pinch-wv', (int) 7 => 'hernshaw-wv', (int) 8 => 'belle-wv', (int) 9 => 'saint-albans-wv', (int) 10 => 'elkview-wv', (int) 11 => 'nitro-wv', (int) 12 => 'tornado-wv', (int) 13 => 'blount-wv', (int) 14 => 'upper-falls-wv', (int) 15 => 'blue-creek-wv', (int) 16 => 'winifrede-wv', (int) 17 => 'ashford-wv', (int) 18 => 'poca-wv' ), 'season' => 'spring', 'aarp-events-image' => 'aarp-events', 'amusement-parks-image' => 'amusement-warm-c', 'arts-entertainment-image' => 'arts-all-bm', 'asset_version' => '240925', 'beaches-lakes-image' => 'beaches-lakes-cool-c', 'billboard1_caption' => 'Spring', 'billboard1_image_url' => '{local_happenings-image}', 'billboard1_link_url' => '/{local_sef_url}/happenings/', 'billboard1_subtitle' => 'See the Real Possibilities', 'billboard1_thumb_title' => ' Happenings', 'billboard1_thumb_url' => '{local_happenings-image}', 'billboard1_title' => 'Get to know AARP in {local_city_c}', 'billboard2_image_url' => '{local_season-image}', 'billboard2_link_url' => '/{local_sef_url}/{local_season}-fun/', 'billboard2_subtitle' => 'Explore fun and interesting things to do this {local_season} near you!', 'billboard2_thumb_title' => '{local_season_header}', 'billboard2_thumb_url' => '{local_season-image}', 'billboard2_title' => 'Time for {local_season_header}!', 'billboard3_image_url' => '{local_volunteering-image}', 'billboard3_link_url' => '/{local_sef_url}/volunteering/', 'billboard3_subtitle' => 'Make a difference!', 'billboard3_thumb_title' => 'Volunteering', 'billboard3_thumb_url' => '{local_volunteering-image}', 'billboard3_title' => 'Volunteering lifts everyone's spirits', 'bvideo_name' => '{local_full_state_c}', 'city-select-image' => 'cityselect-spring', 'coffee-image' => 'coffee-warm-m', 'coffee_radius' => '10', 'community_blogs_archive' => 'charleston-wv', 'community_blogs_list' => 'caregiving,healthy-living,savings-and-planning,work-and-jobs,life-reimagined,all,{local_state},charleston-wv', 'connect_town_groups' => '[{ "towns": { "atlanta-ga": { "name": "Atlanta, GA", "path": "/atlanta-ga/fight-fraud/" }, "chicago-il": { "name": "Chicago, IL", "path": "/chicago-il/fight-fraud/" }, "los-angeles-ca": { "name": "Los Angeles, CA", "path": "/los-angeles-ca/fight-fraud/" }, "new-york-ny": { "name": "New York City, NY", "path": "/new-york-ny/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "phoenix-az": { "name": "Phoenix, AZ", "path": "/phoenix-az/fight-fraud/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP1" }, { "towns": { "baltimore-md": { "name": "Baltimore Metro, MD", "path": "/baltimore-md/fight-fraud/" }, "dallas-tx": { "name": "Dallas, TX", "path": "/dallas-tx/fight-fraud/" }, "denver-co": { "name": "Denver, CO", "path": "/denver-co/fight-fraud/" }, "detroit-mi": { "name": "Detroit, MI", "path": "/detroit-mi/fight-fraud/" }, "orlando-fl": { "name": "Central Florida, FL", "path": "/orlando-fl/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "houston-tx": { "name": "Houston, TX", "path": "/houston-tx/fight-fraud/" }, "brookhaven-ny": { "name": "Long Island, NY", "path": "/brookhaven-ny/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "san-diego-ca": { "name": "San Diego County, CA", "path": "/san-diego-ca/fight-fraud/" }, "miami-fl": { "name": "South Florida, FL", "path": "/miami-fl/fight-fraud/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP2" }, { "towns": { "charlotte-nc": { "name": "Charlotte, NC", "path": "/charlotte-nc/aarp-events/" }, "boston-ma": { "name": "Greater Boston, MA", "path": "/boston-ma/aarp-events/?showtowns=true" }, "indianapolis-in": { "name": "Indianapolis, IN", "path": "/indianapolis-in/aarp-events/" }, "las-vegas-nv": { "name": "Las Vegas, NV", "path": "/las-vegas-nv/aarp-events/" }, "philadelphia-pa": { "name": "Philadelphia, PA", "path": "/philadelphia-pa/aarp-events/" }, "pittsburgh-pa": { "name": "Pittsburgh, PA", "path": "/pittsburgh-pa/aarp-events/" }, "portland-or": { "name": "Portland Metro, OR", "path": "/portland-or/aarp-events/" }, "seattle-wa": { "name": "Seattle, WA", "path": "/seattle-wa/aarp-events/" }, "saint-louis-mo": { "name": "St Louis, MO", "path": "/saint-louis-mo/aarp-events/" }, "minneapolis-mn": { "name": "Twin Cities, MN", "path": "/minneapolis-mn/aarp-events/?showtowns=true" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP3" }, { "towns": { "new-orleans-la": { "name": "Greater New Orleans, LA", "path": "/new-orleans-la/fight-fraud/" }, "hartford-ct": { "name": "Hartford, CT", "path": "/hartford-ct/fight-fraud/" }, "little-rock-ar": { "name": "Little Rock, AR", "path": "/little-rock-ar/fight-fraud/" }, "oahu-hi": { "name": "Oahu, HI", "path": "/oahu-hi/fight-fraud/" }, "omaha-ne": { "name": "Omaham, NE", "path": "/omaha-ne/fight-fraud/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP4" }, { "towns": { "des-moines-ia": { "name": "Des Moines, IA", "path": "/des-moines-ia/aarp-events/" }, "fargo-nd": { "name": "Fargo, ND", "path": "/fargo-nd/aarp-events/" }, "allentown-pa": { "name": "Lehigh Valley, PA", "path": "/allentown-pa/aarp-events/?showtowns=true" }, "dale-city-va": { "name": "Prince William County, VA", "path": "/dale-city-va/aarp-events/" }, "worcester-ma": { "name": "Worcester County, MA", "path": "/worcester-ma/aarp-events/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP5" }, { "towns": { "charleston-wv": { "name": "Charleston, WV", "path": "/charleston-wv/aarp-events/" }, "helena-mt": { "name": "Lewis and Clark County, MT", "path": "/helena-mt/aarp-events/" }, "manchester-nh": { "name": "New Hampshire, NH", "path": "/manchester-nh/aarp-events/" }, "providence-ri": { "name": "Providence, RI", "path": "/providence-ri/aarp-events/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP6" }]', 'cvent_display_module' => 'false', 'cvent_widget_city' => '{local_city_state}', 'embed_video' => '<iframe width="100%" height="349" src="//players.brightcove.net/3772599298001/HkD6Qklb_default/index.html?videoId={local_embed_video_2}" allowfullscreen frameborder="0"></iframe>', 'espanol-news-header' => 'Noticias de {local_city}', 'espanol-news-image' => 'losangeles-spanish', 'events-image' => 'events-all', 'events_careversation_group_min' => '8', 'events_driversafety_group_min' => '8', 'events_index_slot1' => '{module_Cvent New Widget Section 3}', 'events_tek_group_min' => '8', 'event_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/responsive/events-all-1140x655.jpg', 'event_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/event.jpg', 'event_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/event-t.jpg', 'fall-fun-image' => 'fall-fun-cool-c', 'fallfun_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/fall-fun10-big-t.jpg', 'fallfun_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/fall-fun10.jpg', 'fallfun_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/fall-fun10-t.jpg', 'farmers-markets-image' => 'farmers-markets-c', 'find_it_fast_link_url' => 'jobs', 'find_it_fast_title' => 'Work & Jobs', 'gfg-image' => 'gfg-warm-c-2', 'google_disclaimer' => '<p><b>Please note:</b> These listings are provided via Google for the {local_city} community. <b>Listings here do NOT imply that an AARP member discount is offered.</b> Please see the <a href="https://www.aarp.org/benefits-discounts/" target="_blank">AARP Membership & Benefits page</a> for a listing of businesses that do provide a member discount.</p>', 'happenings-image' => 'happenings-rural', 'happenings-tbd-pilot-text' => '<h2><span>Discover everything you can do with AARP</span></h2> <h3><span>See fun events, local offers, and more right where you live.</span></h3>', 'happenings_default_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/responsive/aarp-default-rp-min.png', 'happenings_gold_slug_line_10up' => 'AARP in {local_community_name}', 'happenings_gold_slug_line_state' => 'AARP in {local_full_state}', 'happenings_gold_slug_line_state_es' => 'AARP en Virginia Occidental', 'happenings_heading' => '{local_city} Happenings', 'happenings_twitter_header' => 'More from {local_city}', 'hiking-image' => 'hiking-cool-c', 'hiking_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/hiking4-big-t.jpg', 'hiking_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/hiking4.jpg', 'hiking_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/hiking4-t.jpg', 'home_events_slot1' => '{module_Cvent New Widget Section}', 'home_events_slot2' => '{module_HP - Blog - Learn More}', 'home_intro_text' => '<p> Select your community from the list below to learn about great programs, stimulating things to do, local services, discounts and more! </p>', 'hp-event-tout' => '{if_facebook_link}<div class="module-spacer text-center"> <div class="fb-page" data-href="{local_facebook_link}" data-tabs="timeline" data-small-header="false" data-adapt-container-width="true" data-hide-cover="false" data-show-facepile="true"><blockquote cite="{local_facebook_link}" class="fb-xfbml-parse-ignore"><a href="{local_facebook_link}">Facebook</a></blockquote></div></div> {endif}', 'ice_skating_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/responsive/ice-skating-all-1140x655.jpg', 'ice_skating_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/ice-skating.jpg', 'ice_skating_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/ice-skating-t.jpg', 'image_url' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/working-for-you.jpeg', 'jobs_widget_city' => '{local_city_c}', 'm2mredirect' => 'True', 'movies-image' => 'movies-all-c', 'movies_robots' => 'index, follow', 'name' => 'In Your Community', 'nature_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/nature-center2-big-t.jpg', 'nature_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/nature-center2.jpg', 'nature_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/nature-center2-t.jpg', 'nearme_map_radius' => '20', 'nearme_map_zip' => '{local_zip}', 'omniture_cookie' => 'charleston-wv-cp', 'page-title-right' => '{module_Event Snapshot Newsletter Signup}', 'parks-image' => 'parks-warm-c', 'pilot_towns_banner_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/classic/happenings-rural-240x140.jpg', 'pumpkin-picking-image' => 'fall-fun-all-1-pumpkins', 'recommendation_form_email' => 'jgunderson-palmer@aarp.org,bekim@americantowns.com,katherine@americantowns.com', 'recreation-image' => 'rec-cool-b', 'restaurantform_email' => 'bmazur@aarp.org,bekim@americantowns.com', 'restaurant_radius' => '10,20,30', 'season-activities' => 'Walking, microbreweries ', 'season-image' => 'spring-fun-warm-m', 'seasonal_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/seasonal-big-t.jpg', 'seasonal_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/seasonal.jpg', 'seasonal_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/seasonal-t.jpg', 'season_header' => 'Spring Fun', 'season_title' => 'Spring', 'skiing_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/skiing-big-t.jpg', 'skiing_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/skiing.jpg', 'skiing_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/skiing-t.jpg', 'spring-fun-image' => 'spring-fun-warm-m', 'state_blog_header' => 'AARP State News', 'state_blog_name' => 'West Virginia', 'summer-fun-image' => 'summer-fun-warm-m', 'tas_state_link' => 'https://takeastand.aarp.org/congressional-action-chart/?state=West+Virginia', 'term' => 'in Charleston', 'thingstodo_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/things-to-do3-big-t.jpg', 'thingstodo_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/things-to-do3.jpg', 'thingstodo_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/things-to-do3-t.jpg', 'vcc_featured_image' => 'https://s3.amazonaws.com/local-aarp/img/vcc/featured/20210430_4C9F7646-96EC-4C88-960A-997CE34788BC.jpg', 'veterans-image' => 'veterans', 'video_tout_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/video-touts/san-antonio-video.png', 'vineyards-wineries-image' => 'wineries', 'volunteer-today-button' => '<span class="media-middle"> <a href="https://www.aarp.org/volunteer/virtual/?intcmp=CSN-LNK-AARPLOCAL-VOLINT-20210331-{local_tracking_code_town}-{local_tracking_code_state}" class="red btn" target="_blank">I WANT TO VOLUNTEER</a> </span>', 'volunteering-image' => 'volunteering-winter', 'volunteering-news-image' => 'volunteer-all-m-hands', 'volunteer_help_image' => 'volunteering-help-military-families', 'volunteer_help_link_name' => 'See Projects', 'volunteer_help_link_url' => 'https://www.createthegood.org/how-to-guides?intcmp=SNG-LNK-AARPLOCAL-VOLHTG-20140805-{local_tracking_code_town}-{local_tracking_code_state}', 'volunteer_help_subtitle' => 'Help Military Families', 'volunteer_help_title' => 'Do-It-Yourself Project Guides', 'winter-fun-image' => 'winter-fun-snow-c-ski', 'winterfun_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/winter-fun-big-t.jpg', 'winterfun_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/winter-fun.jpg', 'winterfun_pic_nav2' => '<li><a href="/{town_sef_url}/skiing/"><img src="{local_skiing_big_thumb}" title="Skiing"><span>Skiing</span></a></li>', 'winterfun_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/winter-fun-t.jpg', 'youtube_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/icons/youtube.png', 'news_link' => 'https://www.aarp.org/WV?intcmp=SNG-LNK-AARPLOCAL-BLOGWV-20140101', 'contactus_text' => 'West Virginia', 'contactus_email' => 'WVAARP@aarp.org ', 'contactus_link' => 'https://states.aarp.org/about-aarp-west-virginia/?intcmp=SNG-LNK-AARPLOCAL-CONTACT-20140101', 'facebook_link' => 'https://www.facebook.com/AARPWestVirginia', 'twitter_link' => 'https://twitter.com/aarpwv', 'state_contract_id' => '56037', 'state_blog_flag' => 'https://states.aarp.org/wp-content/themes/aarpstates/images/state_flags/west-virginia.png', 'state_blog_link' => 'https://states.aarp.org/region/west-virginia/', 'state_blog_rss' => 'https://states.aarp.org/region/west-virginia/feed', 'cold_state' => 'yes', 'embed_video_2' => '5763161969001', '2020_election_link' => 'https://local.aarp.org/news/how-to-vote-in-west-virginias-2020-election-what-you-need-to-know-wv-2020-08-05.html', 'State_Label' => 'West Virginia's', 'vaccine_url' => 'https://local.aarp.org/news/the-covid19-vaccine-distribution-plan-in-west-virginia-wv-2021-02-04.html', 'at_ski_resort' => 'y', 'state_capital' => 'charleston-wv', '2024_election_link' => 'https://states.aarp.org/west-virginia/election-voting-guide', '2024_election_link_es' => 'https://states.aarp.org/west-virginia/elecciones-guia-para-votar-virginia-occidental', 'advanced_directives_link' => 'https://www.caringinfo.org/wp-content/uploads/WestVirginia.pdf', 'full_state' => 'West Virginia', 'county' => 'Kanawha', 'geo' => array( (int) 0 => (float) -81.635398864746, (int) 1 => (float) 38.353298187256 ), 'latitude' => (float) 38.353298187256, 'longitude' => (float) -81.635398864746, 'city_state' => 'Charleston, WV', 'city_state_search' => 'Charleston WV,Charleton WV', 'pilot_name' => 'Charleston', 'pilot_sef_url' => 'charleston-wv', 'community_id' => (int) 72, 'community_name' => 'Charleston', 'community_state' => 'WV', 'community_region' => 'South', 'brightspot_region' => 'charleston-wv', 'title' => 'Charleston, WV', 'subtitle' => 'Highlighting {local_city} ', 'tracking_code_town' => 'CHARLESTON', 'tracking_code_state' => 'WV', 'ad_state' => 'wv', 'ad_city' => 'charleston', 'ad_region' => null, 'timezone' => 'America/New_York', 'type' => 'town', 'zip' => '25301', 'sef_url' => 'charleston-wv', 'americantowns_url' => 'https://www.americantowns.com/charleston-wv/', 'alt_names' => 'Charleston,Charleton', 'zipcodes' => array( (int) 0 => '25301', (int) 1 => '25302', (int) 2 => '25303', (int) 3 => '25304', (int) 4 => '25305', (int) 5 => '25306', (int) 6 => '25309', (int) 7 => '25311', (int) 8 => '25312', (int) 9 => '25313', (int) 10 => '25314', (int) 11 => '25315', (int) 12 => '25317', (int) 13 => '25320', (int) 14 => '25321', (int) 15 => '25322', 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The best way to stop a scam is to spot the red flags!</i></b> <br><br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/d3/c2/001db645418b8d1f8cb141214b76/1-fwn-april-2025.png" alt="1. FWN April 2025.png" width="1080" height="1080" style="height: auto; max-width: 300px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><b>2024 Fraud Totals</b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.ftc.gov/reports/consumer-sentinel-network-data-book-2024" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>MORE RESOURCES</b></a></span></span><br>Fraud reached unprecedented levels in 2024, with a staggering $12.5 billion lost, a shocking increase of 25% over 2023. The number of reports remained stable from 2023 to 2024, but the percentage of reporters who had money stolen jumped from 27% to 38%.<br><br>Key Takeaways:<br></p><ul><li>Impostor scams continue to rise, with criminals impersonating trusted individuals, companies, or government agencies to deceive victims.</li><li>1 in 5 victims of impostor scams had money stolen from them, with an average loss of about $800 per person.</li><li>Many scams were tied to gift card purchases or cryptocurrency, with a total of $2.95 billion being stolen from consumers across the country.</li></ul><p>Email remained the most popular method for criminals to reach their victims, with a 25% increase in its use compared to last year.<br><br>These numbers are shocking, but the true extent of fraud is likely much higher, as a significant amount of fraud goes unreported. Last October, the FTC factored in underreporting from 2023, estimating that the $10.4 billion in losses reported to the agency that year was more like $158.3 billion.<br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/6c/16/4e0a29d840a799173d938702858b/2-fwn-april-2025.png" alt="2. FWN April 2025.png" width="1080" height="1080" style="height: auto; max-width: 300px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><b>Avoiding Fake Tax Preparers</b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/new-jersey/ag-platkin-high-alert-for-fraud-tax-season" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>MORE RESOURCES</b></a></span></span><br>April 15 is almost here, and many Americans are realizing that their plans to do their own taxes this year didn't work out. If you're one of them and looking for some last-minute help, here's what to look out for to avoid fraudulent tax preparers.<br><br>Pay attention to payment and promises. Tax scammers may ask for payment in cash up-front or ask to be paid a percentage of your return. Some might also promise a large return before they even see your paperwork. These are all red flags. No one can guarantee you a return nor should anyone be paid in advance or more than a standard fee.<br><br>Another warning sign is someone who avoids filling out their tax preparer ID or refuses to sign your return. Anyone who isn't willing to identify themselves on your tax forms or asks you to sign your tax return before it's completed shouldn't be trusted.<br><br>Tax season can be stressful, but resources are available at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.irs.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">IRS.gov</a></span></span> to help you find a reliable and safe professional to help you through it.<br><br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/71/4b/f09ad68f478097571cdaa59da9f9/3-fwn-april-2025.png" alt="3. FWN April 2025.png" width="1080" height="1080" style="height: auto; max-width: 300px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><b>TSA Deadlines & Real ID Scams</b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/info-2025/avoid-real-id-scams.html?intcmp=AE-FRDSC-MOR-R2-POS3" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>MORE RESOURCES</b></a></span></span><br><br>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. This change is based on a recommendation of the 9/11 Commission as a way to improve airline safety. Beware -- anytime there is a deadline there will also be scams.<br><br>Most Real ID scams will likely be <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/phishing/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">phishing</a></span></span> attempts that appear to be from a legitimate source, such as your state DMV or the federal Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Be wary of emails, texts or phone calls claiming to be from these agencies -- or another state agency -- and never click on links. These government offices will not contact you about Real ID. It is an optional license and is up to each individual to obtain it on their own.<br><br>For more information about obtaining a Real ID , contact your state or local DMV office or visit dhs.gov/<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><span class="Link">real-id</span></span></span>.<br><br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/19/f7/6aa4c89440a69db28975b6b0024b/4-fwn-april-2025.png" alt="4. FWN April 2025.png" width="1080" height="1080" style="height: auto; max-width: 300px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><b>How to Avoid Fake Check Scams</b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/fake-check-what-you-need-to-know/?intcmp=AE-FRDSC-MOR-R2-POS3" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>MORE RESOURCES</b></a></span></span><br>Several scams rely on convincing the target to deposit a check as a first step of the crime. They then convince the target to use the money in a specific way. For example, in some work-from-home scams, the “company” will send a check for deposit, and then once it “clears”, they direct the target to purchase needed office equipment from the company’s “catalogue”.<br><br>The catch? The check was fake and it bounced, and the equipment catalogue was fake, too. The money the target spent on “equipment” came from their own money. And, the equipment never comes.<br><br>Even though a check deposit may appear to be cleared on your banking app or website, the process can take several weeks. The criminals rely on most of us not knowing this, so they get us to deposit and then quickly transact against the deposit. When the check is determined to be fake, the target is out that money.<br><br>Be suspicious anytime someone wants to send a check that you then must act on with some immediacy – making purchases, paying a fee or sending funds to a third party for example.<br><b>_____________________________________________________</b><br><b>Be a fraud fighter! If you can <u>spot</u> a scam, you can <u>stop</u> a scam.</b><br><br><b>Report scams to local law enforcement. For help from AARP, call 877-908-3360 or visit the AARP Fraud Watch Network at </b><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://www.aarp.org/fraudwatchnetwork" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>www.aarp.org/fraudwatchnetwork</b></a></span></span></p></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> </div> </div><div class="module clearfix"><script src="https://npmcdn.com/flickity@2/dist/flickity.pkgd.min.js"></script> <script src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.d703996ba6a992470f9f7fa2170736df.gz.js"></script> <link class="Webpack-css" rel="stylesheet" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.2cef3303b65f09149a6db29044f033cb.gz.css"> <!-- <script src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.c85a242a55150cd195e494cd6e5b9c77.gz.js" async=""></script> <link rel="stylesheet" media="all" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.bfe6eb5a8301841feef3af4e9bd1e26d.gz.css"> --> <!-- bypass --> <style> a:focus, a:hover { text-decoration: underline; } h1.article-headline { margin: 0 0 1rem; } </style> <!-- <style> .Enhancement-item .Figure { margin-bottom: 24px; } .RichTextArticleBody-body ul { margin-bottom: 24px; } .RichTextArticleBody-body p{ margin: 12px 0; } .RichTextModule-items { clear: both; display: table; width: 100%; margin-bottom: 12px; } .VideoEnhancement>* { color: var(--primaryTextColor); font-size: 13px; font-weight: 400; line-height: 1.4; font-style: italic; background: #f0efed } @media only screen and (min-width: 768px) { .VideoEnhancement>* { font-size:14px; font-weight: 400; line-height: 1.47 } } .VideoEnhancement-title { padding: 20px } @media only screen and (min-width: 768px) { .VideoEnhancement-title { padding:30px } } .VideoEnhancement-player>* { position: relative; width: 100%; height: 0; padding-bottom: 56.25% } .VideoEnhancement iframe { border: 0; position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100% } [data-video-player] { display: block; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; margin: 0 auto; } [data-video-player][data-aspect-ratio="4x3"] { padding-bottom: 56.25%; } [data-video-player][data-aspect-ratio="16x9"] { padding-bottom: 56.25% } </style> --></div><div class="module clearfix"><div class="module-spacer tout-homefit-750"> <a data-formelementid="CSN-LOCAL-HC-NEWSSK-02272024" href="/charleston-wv/home-and-community/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-HC-NEWSSK-02272024"><img class="img-responsive" alt="Explore the free AARP HomeFit Guide" title="Explore the free AARP HomeFit Guide" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/touts/HomeFit_750x150.png"></a> </div></div></div> <div class="col-md-4 right-rail thin-rhs"><pre class="cake-error"><a href="javascript:void(0);" onclick="document.getElementById('cakeErr6800d952ee05b-trace').style.display = (document.getElementById('cakeErr6800d952ee05b-trace').style.display == 'none' ? 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'' : 'none')">Context</a><pre id="cakeErr6800d952ee05b-code" class="cake-code-dump" style="display: none;"><code><span style="color: #000000"><span style="color: #0000BB"> </span><span style="color: #007700">if(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">strstr</span><span style="color: #007700">(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$match</span><span style="color: #007700">[</span><span style="color: #0000BB">1</span><span style="color: #007700">],</span><span style="color: #DD0000">'=='</span><span style="color: #007700">)) {</span></span></code> <code><span style="color: #000000"><span style="color: #0000BB"> </span><span style="color: #007700">list(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$token</span><span style="color: #007700">,</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$keyword</span><span style="color: #007700">) = </span><span style="color: #0000BB">explode</span><span style="color: #007700">(</span><span style="color: #DD0000">"=="</span><span style="color: #007700">,</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$match</span><span style="color: #007700">[</span><span style="color: #0000BB">1</span><span style="color: #007700">],</span><span style="color: #0000BB">2</span><span style="color: #007700">);</span></span></code> <span class="code-highlight"><code><span style="color: #000000"><span style="color: #0000BB"> $text </span><span style="color: #007700">= </span><span style="color: #0000BB">str_replace</span><span style="color: #007700">(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$match</span><span style="color: #007700">[</span><span style="color: #0000BB">0</span><span style="color: #007700">], (</span><span style="color: #0000BB">strtolower</span><span style="color: #007700">(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$town</span><span style="color: #007700">[</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$token</span><span style="color: #007700">]) != </span><span style="color: #0000BB">strtolower</span><span style="color: #007700">(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$keyword</span><span style="color: #007700">) ? </span><span style="color: #0000BB">self</span><span style="color: #007700">::</span><span style="color: #0000BB">replace</span><span style="color: #007700">(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$match</span><span style="color: #007700">[</span><span style="color: #0000BB">2</span><span style="color: #007700">], </span><span style="color: #0000BB">$town</span><span style="color: #007700">, </span><span style="color: #0000BB">$callCake</span><span style="color: #007700">): </span><span style="color: #DD0000">''</span><span style="color: #007700">), </span><span style="color: #0000BB">$text</span><span style="color: #007700">);</span></span></code></span></pre><pre id="cakeErr6800d952ee05b-context" class="cake-context" style="display: none;">$text = '<!--default--> <!-- module_RHS - AARP Events --> {ifnot_slug==healthy-living/map} {module_RHS - AARP Events} {endif} {module_RHS - Tout A} {module_RHS - Ad Slot 1} {module_RHS - Join AARP Today} {module_RHS - Ad Slot 2} {module_FB - State Side Panel} {module_RHS - State Contact Us}' $town = array( '_id' => '576180bb0c4e268f7f8bb897', 'city' => 'Charleston', 'state' => 'WV', 'nearby' => array( (int) 0 => array( 'city' => 'Charleston', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'charleston-wv' ), (int) 1 => array( 'city' => 'South Charleston', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'south-charleston-wv' ), (int) 2 => array( 'city' => 'Dunbar', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'dunbar-wv' ), (int) 3 => array( 'city' => 'Cross Lanes', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'cross-lanes-wv' ), (int) 4 => array( 'city' => 'Institute', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'institute-wv' ), (int) 5 => array( 'city' => 'Tad', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'tad-wv' ), (int) 6 => array( 'city' => 'Pinch', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'pinch-wv' ), (int) 7 => array( 'city' => 'Hernshaw', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'hernshaw-wv' ), (int) 8 => array( 'city' => 'Belle', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'belle-wv' ), (int) 9 => array( 'city' => 'Saint Albans', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'saint-albans-wv' ), (int) 10 => array( 'city' => 'Elkview', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'elkview-wv' ), (int) 11 => array( 'city' => 'Nitro', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'nitro-wv' ), (int) 12 => array( 'city' => 'Tornado', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'tornado-wv' ), (int) 13 => array( 'city' => 'Blount', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'blount-wv' ), (int) 14 => array( 'city' => 'Upper Falls', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'upper-falls-wv' ) ), 'local' => array( (int) 0 => 'charleston-wv', (int) 1 => 'south-charleston-wv', (int) 2 => 'dunbar-wv', (int) 3 => 'cross-lanes-wv', (int) 4 => 'institute-wv', (int) 5 => 'tad-wv', (int) 6 => 'pinch-wv', (int) 7 => 'hernshaw-wv', (int) 8 => 'belle-wv', (int) 9 => 'saint-albans-wv', (int) 10 => 'elkview-wv', (int) 11 => 'nitro-wv', (int) 12 => 'tornado-wv', (int) 13 => 'blount-wv', (int) 14 => 'upper-falls-wv', (int) 15 => 'blue-creek-wv', (int) 16 => 'winifrede-wv', (int) 17 => 'ashford-wv', (int) 18 => 'poca-wv' ), 'season' => 'spring', 'aarp-events-image' => 'aarp-events', 'amusement-parks-image' => 'amusement-warm-c', 'arts-entertainment-image' => 'arts-all-bm', 'asset_version' => '240925', 'beaches-lakes-image' => 'beaches-lakes-cool-c', 'billboard1_caption' => 'Spring', 'billboard1_image_url' => '{local_happenings-image}', 'billboard1_link_url' => '/{local_sef_url}/happenings/', 'billboard1_subtitle' => 'See the Real Possibilities', 'billboard1_thumb_title' => ' Happenings', 'billboard1_thumb_url' => '{local_happenings-image}', 'billboard1_title' => 'Get to know AARP in {local_city_c}', 'billboard2_image_url' => '{local_season-image}', 'billboard2_link_url' => '/{local_sef_url}/{local_season}-fun/', 'billboard2_subtitle' => 'Explore fun and interesting things to do this {local_season} near you!', 'billboard2_thumb_title' => '{local_season_header}', 'billboard2_thumb_url' => '{local_season-image}', 'billboard2_title' => 'Time for {local_season_header}!', 'billboard3_image_url' => '{local_volunteering-image}', 'billboard3_link_url' => '/{local_sef_url}/volunteering/', 'billboard3_subtitle' => 'Make a difference!', 'billboard3_thumb_title' => 'Volunteering', 'billboard3_thumb_url' => '{local_volunteering-image}', 'billboard3_title' => 'Volunteering lifts everyone's spirits', 'bvideo_name' => '{local_full_state_c}', 'city-select-image' => 'cityselect-spring', 'coffee-image' => 'coffee-warm-m', 'coffee_radius' => '10', 'community_blogs_archive' => 'charleston-wv', 'community_blogs_list' => 'caregiving,healthy-living,savings-and-planning,work-and-jobs,life-reimagined,all,{local_state},charleston-wv', 'connect_town_groups' => '[{ "towns": { "atlanta-ga": { "name": "Atlanta, GA", "path": "/atlanta-ga/fight-fraud/" }, "chicago-il": { "name": "Chicago, IL", "path": "/chicago-il/fight-fraud/" }, "los-angeles-ca": { "name": "Los Angeles, CA", "path": "/los-angeles-ca/fight-fraud/" }, "new-york-ny": { "name": "New York City, NY", "path": "/new-york-ny/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "phoenix-az": { "name": "Phoenix, AZ", "path": "/phoenix-az/fight-fraud/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP1" }, { "towns": { "baltimore-md": { "name": "Baltimore Metro, MD", "path": "/baltimore-md/fight-fraud/" }, "dallas-tx": { "name": "Dallas, TX", "path": "/dallas-tx/fight-fraud/" }, "denver-co": { "name": "Denver, CO", "path": "/denver-co/fight-fraud/" }, "detroit-mi": { "name": "Detroit, MI", "path": "/detroit-mi/fight-fraud/" }, "orlando-fl": { "name": "Central Florida, FL", "path": "/orlando-fl/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "houston-tx": { "name": "Houston, TX", "path": "/houston-tx/fight-fraud/" }, "brookhaven-ny": { "name": "Long Island, NY", "path": "/brookhaven-ny/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "san-diego-ca": { "name": "San Diego County, CA", "path": "/san-diego-ca/fight-fraud/" }, "miami-fl": { "name": "South Florida, FL", "path": "/miami-fl/fight-fraud/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP2" }, { "towns": { "charlotte-nc": { "name": "Charlotte, NC", "path": "/charlotte-nc/aarp-events/" }, "boston-ma": { "name": "Greater Boston, MA", "path": "/boston-ma/aarp-events/?showtowns=true" }, "indianapolis-in": { "name": "Indianapolis, IN", "path": "/indianapolis-in/aarp-events/" }, "las-vegas-nv": { "name": "Las Vegas, NV", "path": "/las-vegas-nv/aarp-events/" }, "philadelphia-pa": { "name": "Philadelphia, PA", "path": "/philadelphia-pa/aarp-events/" }, "pittsburgh-pa": { "name": "Pittsburgh, PA", "path": "/pittsburgh-pa/aarp-events/" }, "portland-or": { "name": "Portland Metro, OR", "path": "/portland-or/aarp-events/" }, "seattle-wa": { "name": "Seattle, WA", "path": "/seattle-wa/aarp-events/" }, "saint-louis-mo": { "name": "St Louis, MO", "path": "/saint-louis-mo/aarp-events/" }, "minneapolis-mn": { "name": "Twin Cities, MN", "path": "/minneapolis-mn/aarp-events/?showtowns=true" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP3" }, { "towns": { "new-orleans-la": { "name": "Greater New Orleans, LA", "path": "/new-orleans-la/fight-fraud/" 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line 963 AppController::renderPage() - APP/Controller/AppController.php, line 136 BlogsController::display() - APP/Controller/BlogsController.php, line 81 ReflectionMethod::invokeArgs() - [internal], line ?? Controller::invokeAction() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 491 Dispatcher::_invoke() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 193 Dispatcher::dispatch() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 167 [main] - APP/webroot/index.php, line 118</pre></div></pre><div class="module clearfix"><!--default--> <!-- module_RHS - AARP Events --> <div class="ar-basic-box module-spacer"> <header> <div class="pull-right"> <a href="/charleston-wv/aarp-events/" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-SEEALL-EVENTS"> <img style="width:30px;" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/icons/aarp_event_icon.png" alt="Upcoming AARP Events" /> </a> </div> <h2 class="visible-lg">AARP Events for Charleston</h2> <h2 class="hidden-lg">AARP Events for Charleston</h2> </header> <div class="wrap"> <div class="ar-listing snippet"> <ul class="list"> <li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/aarp-event/aarp-live-cybercrime-and-fraud-prevention-tips-42125-9vn8twf4ts8.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-LIVE-CYBERCRIME-AND-FRAUD-PREVENTION-TIPS-42125">AARP Live: Cybercrime and Fraud Prevention Tips, 4/21/25</a></h2> <p class="time">Monday, Apr 21, 2025 at 8:00 p.m. ET</p> <p class="venue"></p> <p class="loc">Online Event</p> </li><li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/aarp-event/aarp-live-decluttering-for-today-and-tomorrow-51925-87nw6zdbytm.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-LIVE-DECLUTTERING-FOR-TODAY-AND-TOMORROW-51925">AARP Live: Decluttering for Today and Tomorrow , 5/19/25</a></h2> <p class="time">Monday, May 19, 2025 at 8:00 p.m. ET</p> <p class="venue"></p> <p class="loc">Online Event</p> </li><li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/aarp-event/aarp-live-social-security-whats-right-for-you-61625-glnbkkyk2gm.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-LIVE-SOCIAL-SECURITY-WHATS-RIGHT-FOR-YOU-61625">AARP Live: Social Security: What’s Right For You? , 6/16/25</a></h2> <p class="time">Monday, Jun 16, 2025 at 8:00 p.m. ET</p> <p class="venue"></p> <p class="loc">Online Event</p> </li> </ul> <p><a class="link-red" href="/charleston-wv/aarp-events/" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-SEEALL-EVENTS">View All AARP Events<i class="ml-1 fas fa-chevron-right"></i></a></p> </div> </div> </div> <div aria-hidden="true" class="aarpe-ad-wrapper"> <div class="aarpe-ad en clearfix" id="300x250_53475" data-adsize="300x250"> <script type="text/javascript"> if(typeof AARP.ads !== 'undefined'){ AARP.ads.slots({ id:'300x250_53475', size:'300x250'}); } </script> </div> </div> <div class="card-tout card-dark membership-tout" style="margin:0 0 30px 0;height:360px;"> <img class="img-responsive image" title="image of two AARP membership cards" alt="image of two AARP membership cards" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/tout-two-cards.png"> <div class="title">Last Chance to Save!<br />New Pricing Coming in 2025.</div> <br /> <p> This is AARP's first rate increase in 15 years.<br />Don't miss out, join today and save!<br /><br /> </p> <div class="action"> <a class="btn" href="https://appsec.aarp.org/mem/join?campaignid=UAJFT3&intcmp=LNK-CSN-AARPLOCAL-JRTOUT-RR-A-CHARLESTON-WV">Join AARP</a> <div class="body">Already a member? <a href="https://appsec.aarp.org/mem/renew?campaignid= UARFT3&intcmp=LNK-CSN-AARPLOCAL-JRTOUT-RR-A-CHARLESTON-WV">Renew</a> or <a href="https://www.aarp.org/benefits-discounts/my-membership/print-your-card/">Print Card</a></div> </div> </div> <style> .membership-tout {padding:16px 20px;} .membership-tout .list li { margin: 0; } </style> <div aria-hidden="true" class="aarpe-ad-wrapper"> <div class="aarpe-ad en clearfix" id="300x250_93505" data-adsize="300x250"> <script type="text/javascript"> if(typeof AARP.ads !== 'undefined'){ AARP.ads.slots({ id:'300x250_93505', size:'300x250'}); } </script> </div> </div> <div class="module-spacer text-center"> <div class="fb-page" alt="Image of AARP West Virginia Facebook Page" title="Image of AARP West Virginia Facebook Page" data-href="https://www.facebook.com/AARPWestVirginia" data-tabs="timeline" width="" height="" data-small-header="false" data-adapt-container-width="true" data-hide-cover="false" data-show-facepile="true"> <blockquote cite="https://www.facebook.com/AARPWestVirginia" class="fb-xfbml-parse-ignore"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/AARPWestVirginia">Facebook</a></blockquote> </div> </div> <div class="ar-basic-box module-spacer"> <header> <h2>Contact AARP <br />in Charleston</h2> </header> <div class="wrap"> <div class="ar-quick-list module-spacer"> <ul class="list-unstyled"> <li><i class="list-icon fa fa-envelope" alt="Email icon" title="Email icon" aria-hidden="true"></i><a href="mailto:WVAARP@aarp.org " target="_blank" rel="noopener">WVAARP@aarp.org </a></li> <li><i class="list-icon fa fa-globe" alt="Globe icon" title="Globe icon" aria-hidden="true"></i><a href="https://states.aarp.org/region/west-virginia/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">AARP West Virginia</a></li> <li><i class="list-icon fa fa-map-marker" alt="Map Marker icon" title="Map Marker icon" aria-hidden="true"></i><a href="https://states.aarp.org/about-aarp-west-virginia/?intcmp=SNG-LNK-AARPLOCAL-CONTACT-20140101-CHARLESTON-WV" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Contact Us</a></li> </ul> </div> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/AARPWestVirginia" target="_blank" rel="noopener" aria-label="Open Facebook"><img style="max-width: 48px;" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/page/icons/facebook.png" alt="Facebook icon" title="Facebook icon"></a> <a href="https://twitter.com/aarpwv" target="_blank" rel="noopener" aria-label="Open Twitter"><img style="max-width: 48px;" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/page/icons/twitter.png" alt="Twitter icon" title="Twitter icon"></a> </div> </div> </div></div> <div class="col-md-8 left-rail left-bot"></div> <div class="col-md-4 right-rail right-bot thin-rhs"></div> </div> <div class="row oneColumnLayout"> </div> <div class="row oneColumnLayout"> <div class="col-md-12"><!-- script to activate navbar --> <script type="text/javascript"> jQuery(".channelBarMain ul.left li a").click(function() { window.location = jQuery(this).attr('href'); }); </script> </div> </div> ' $scripts_for_layout = '<title>SCAM ALERT: Be on the Lookout for These Scams in April 2025</title> <meta name="page_title" content="SCAM ALERT: Be on the Lookout for These Scams in April 2025"/> <meta name="robots" content="noindex, nofollow"/> <meta content="Scammers are criminals. 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Warning (2): include() [<a href='http://php.net/function.include'>function.include</a>]: Failed opening '/var/www/vhosts/vcc_staging/app/Resource/aarp2_master.footer.html' for inclusion (include_path='/var/www/vhosts/vcc_staging/lib:.:/usr/share/pear:/usr/share/php') [APP/View/Layouts/aarp_2023.ctp, line 242]Code Context<?php // if (!$nowrapper) (Globals::$language == 'es') ? include(APP . "/Resource/aarpe_footer_es.html") : include(APP . "/Resource/aarpe_footer.html"); ?><?php if (!$nowrapper): // MLW - Spanish wrappers TBDinclude (APP . "Resource/aarp2_master.footer.html");$viewFile = '/var/www/vhosts/vcc_staging/app/View/Layouts/aarp_2023.ctp' $dataForView = array( 'content_for_layout' => '<div class="row twoColumnLayout"> <div class="col-md-8 left-rail"><div class="module clearfix"><div class="ar-basic-box"> <div> <div class="module-spacer"> <header><h1 class="article-headline">SCAM ALERT: Be on the Lookout for These Scams in April 2025</h1></header> <div class="posted-on"> Posted on 04/01/25 </div> </div> <div class="module-spacer"> <span class="blog-content"><p><div class="RichTextArticleBody"> <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><p><b><i>Scammers are criminals. The best way to stop a scam is to spot the red flags!</i></b> <br><br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/d3/c2/001db645418b8d1f8cb141214b76/1-fwn-april-2025.png" alt="1. FWN April 2025.png" width="1080" height="1080" style="height: auto; max-width: 300px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><b>2024 Fraud Totals</b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.ftc.gov/reports/consumer-sentinel-network-data-book-2024" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>MORE RESOURCES</b></a></span></span><br>Fraud reached unprecedented levels in 2024, with a staggering $12.5 billion lost, a shocking increase of 25% over 2023. The number of reports remained stable from 2023 to 2024, but the percentage of reporters who had money stolen jumped from 27% to 38%.<br><br>Key Takeaways:<br></p><ul><li>Impostor scams continue to rise, with criminals impersonating trusted individuals, companies, or government agencies to deceive victims.</li><li>1 in 5 victims of impostor scams had money stolen from them, with an average loss of about $800 per person.</li><li>Many scams were tied to gift card purchases or cryptocurrency, with a total of $2.95 billion being stolen from consumers across the country.</li></ul><p>Email remained the most popular method for criminals to reach their victims, with a 25% increase in its use compared to last year.<br><br>These numbers are shocking, but the true extent of fraud is likely much higher, as a significant amount of fraud goes unreported. Last October, the FTC factored in underreporting from 2023, estimating that the $10.4 billion in losses reported to the agency that year was more like $158.3 billion.<br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/6c/16/4e0a29d840a799173d938702858b/2-fwn-april-2025.png" alt="2. FWN April 2025.png" width="1080" height="1080" style="height: auto; max-width: 300px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><b>Avoiding Fake Tax Preparers</b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/new-jersey/ag-platkin-high-alert-for-fraud-tax-season" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>MORE RESOURCES</b></a></span></span><br>April 15 is almost here, and many Americans are realizing that their plans to do their own taxes this year didn't work out. If you're one of them and looking for some last-minute help, here's what to look out for to avoid fraudulent tax preparers.<br><br>Pay attention to payment and promises. Tax scammers may ask for payment in cash up-front or ask to be paid a percentage of your return. Some might also promise a large return before they even see your paperwork. These are all red flags. No one can guarantee you a return nor should anyone be paid in advance or more than a standard fee.<br><br>Another warning sign is someone who avoids filling out their tax preparer ID or refuses to sign your return. Anyone who isn't willing to identify themselves on your tax forms or asks you to sign your tax return before it's completed shouldn't be trusted.<br><br>Tax season can be stressful, but resources are available at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.irs.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">IRS.gov</a></span></span> to help you find a reliable and safe professional to help you through it.<br><br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/71/4b/f09ad68f478097571cdaa59da9f9/3-fwn-april-2025.png" alt="3. FWN April 2025.png" width="1080" height="1080" style="height: auto; max-width: 300px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><b>TSA Deadlines & Real ID Scams</b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/info-2025/avoid-real-id-scams.html?intcmp=AE-FRDSC-MOR-R2-POS3" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>MORE RESOURCES</b></a></span></span><br><br>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. This change is based on a recommendation of the 9/11 Commission as a way to improve airline safety. Beware -- anytime there is a deadline there will also be scams.<br><br>Most Real ID scams will likely be <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/phishing/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">phishing</a></span></span> attempts that appear to be from a legitimate source, such as your state DMV or the federal Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Be wary of emails, texts or phone calls claiming to be from these agencies -- or another state agency -- and never click on links. These government offices will not contact you about Real ID. It is an optional license and is up to each individual to obtain it on their own.<br><br>For more information about obtaining a Real ID , contact your state or local DMV office or visit dhs.gov/<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><span class="Link">real-id</span></span></span>.<br><br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/19/f7/6aa4c89440a69db28975b6b0024b/4-fwn-april-2025.png" alt="4. FWN April 2025.png" width="1080" height="1080" style="height: auto; max-width: 300px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><b>How to Avoid Fake Check Scams</b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/fake-check-what-you-need-to-know/?intcmp=AE-FRDSC-MOR-R2-POS3" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>MORE RESOURCES</b></a></span></span><br>Several scams rely on convincing the target to deposit a check as a first step of the crime. They then convince the target to use the money in a specific way. For example, in some work-from-home scams, the “company” will send a check for deposit, and then once it “clears”, they direct the target to purchase needed office equipment from the company’s “catalogue”.<br><br>The catch? The check was fake and it bounced, and the equipment catalogue was fake, too. The money the target spent on “equipment” came from their own money. And, the equipment never comes.<br><br>Even though a check deposit may appear to be cleared on your banking app or website, the process can take several weeks. The criminals rely on most of us not knowing this, so they get us to deposit and then quickly transact against the deposit. When the check is determined to be fake, the target is out that money.<br><br>Be suspicious anytime someone wants to send a check that you then must act on with some immediacy – making purchases, paying a fee or sending funds to a third party for example.<br><b>_____________________________________________________</b><br><b>Be a fraud fighter! If you can <u>spot</u> a scam, you can <u>stop</u> a scam.</b><br><br><b>Report scams to local law enforcement. For help from AARP, call 877-908-3360 or visit the AARP Fraud Watch Network at </b><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://www.aarp.org/fraudwatchnetwork" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>www.aarp.org/fraudwatchnetwork</b></a></span></span></p></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> </div> </div><div class="module clearfix"><script src="https://npmcdn.com/flickity@2/dist/flickity.pkgd.min.js"></script> <script src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.d703996ba6a992470f9f7fa2170736df.gz.js"></script> <link class="Webpack-css" rel="stylesheet" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.2cef3303b65f09149a6db29044f033cb.gz.css"> <!-- <script src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.c85a242a55150cd195e494cd6e5b9c77.gz.js" async=""></script> <link rel="stylesheet" media="all" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.bfe6eb5a8301841feef3af4e9bd1e26d.gz.css"> --> <!-- bypass --> <style> a:focus, a:hover { text-decoration: underline; } h1.article-headline { margin: 0 0 1rem; } </style> <!-- <style> .Enhancement-item .Figure { margin-bottom: 24px; } .RichTextArticleBody-body ul { margin-bottom: 24px; } .RichTextArticleBody-body p{ margin: 12px 0; } .RichTextModule-items { clear: both; display: table; width: 100%; margin-bottom: 12px; } .VideoEnhancement>* { color: var(--primaryTextColor); font-size: 13px; font-weight: 400; line-height: 1.4; font-style: italic; background: #f0efed } @media only screen and (min-width: 768px) { .VideoEnhancement>* { font-size:14px; font-weight: 400; line-height: 1.47 } } .VideoEnhancement-title { padding: 20px } @media only screen and (min-width: 768px) { .VideoEnhancement-title { padding:30px } } .VideoEnhancement-player>* { position: relative; width: 100%; height: 0; padding-bottom: 56.25% } .VideoEnhancement iframe { border: 0; position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100% } [data-video-player] { display: block; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; margin: 0 auto; } [data-video-player][data-aspect-ratio="4x3"] { padding-bottom: 56.25%; } [data-video-player][data-aspect-ratio="16x9"] { padding-bottom: 56.25% } </style> --></div><div class="module clearfix"><div class="module-spacer tout-homefit-750"> <a data-formelementid="CSN-LOCAL-HC-NEWSSK-02272024" href="/charleston-wv/home-and-community/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-HC-NEWSSK-02272024"><img class="img-responsive" alt="Explore the free AARP HomeFit Guide" title="Explore the free AARP HomeFit Guide" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/touts/HomeFit_750x150.png"></a> </div></div></div> <div class="col-md-4 right-rail thin-rhs"><pre class="cake-error"><a href="javascript:void(0);" onclick="document.getElementById('cakeErr6800d952ee05b-trace').style.display = (document.getElementById('cakeErr6800d952ee05b-trace').style.display == 'none' ? 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{module_FB - State Side Panel} {module_RHS - State Contact Us}' $town = array( '_id' => '576180bb0c4e268f7f8bb897', 'city' => 'Charleston', 'state' => 'WV', 'nearby' => array( (int) 0 => array( 'city' => 'Charleston', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'charleston-wv' ), (int) 1 => array( 'city' => 'South Charleston', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'south-charleston-wv' ), (int) 2 => array( 'city' => 'Dunbar', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'dunbar-wv' ), (int) 3 => array( 'city' => 'Cross Lanes', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'cross-lanes-wv' ), (int) 4 => array( 'city' => 'Institute', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'institute-wv' ), (int) 5 => array( 'city' => 'Tad', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'tad-wv' ), (int) 6 => array( 'city' => 'Pinch', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'pinch-wv' ), (int) 7 => array( 'city' => 'Hernshaw', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'hernshaw-wv' ), (int) 8 => array( 'city' => 'Belle', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'belle-wv' ), (int) 9 => array( 'city' => 'Saint Albans', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'saint-albans-wv' ), (int) 10 => array( 'city' => 'Elkview', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'elkview-wv' ), (int) 11 => array( 'city' => 'Nitro', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'nitro-wv' ), (int) 12 => array( 'city' => 'Tornado', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'tornado-wv' ), (int) 13 => array( 'city' => 'Blount', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'blount-wv' ), (int) 14 => array( 'city' => 'Upper Falls', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'upper-falls-wv' ) ), 'local' => array( (int) 0 => 'charleston-wv', (int) 1 => 'south-charleston-wv', (int) 2 => 'dunbar-wv', (int) 3 => 'cross-lanes-wv', (int) 4 => 'institute-wv', (int) 5 => 'tad-wv', (int) 6 => 'pinch-wv', (int) 7 => 'hernshaw-wv', (int) 8 => 'belle-wv', (int) 9 => 'saint-albans-wv', (int) 10 => 'elkview-wv', (int) 11 => 'nitro-wv', (int) 12 => 'tornado-wv', (int) 13 => 'blount-wv', (int) 14 => 'upper-falls-wv', (int) 15 => 'blue-creek-wv', (int) 16 => 'winifrede-wv', (int) 17 => 'ashford-wv', (int) 18 => 'poca-wv' ), 'season' => 'spring', 'aarp-events-image' => 'aarp-events', 'amusement-parks-image' => 'amusement-warm-c', 'arts-entertainment-image' => 'arts-all-bm', 'asset_version' => '240925', 'beaches-lakes-image' => 'beaches-lakes-cool-c', 'billboard1_caption' => 'Spring', 'billboard1_image_url' => '{local_happenings-image}', 'billboard1_link_url' => '/{local_sef_url}/happenings/', 'billboard1_subtitle' => 'See the Real Possibilities', 'billboard1_thumb_title' => ' Happenings', 'billboard1_thumb_url' => '{local_happenings-image}', 'billboard1_title' => 'Get to know AARP in {local_city_c}', 'billboard2_image_url' => '{local_season-image}', 'billboard2_link_url' => '/{local_sef_url}/{local_season}-fun/', 'billboard2_subtitle' => 'Explore fun and interesting things to do this {local_season} near you!', 'billboard2_thumb_title' => '{local_season_header}', 'billboard2_thumb_url' => '{local_season-image}', 'billboard2_title' => 'Time for {local_season_header}!', 'billboard3_image_url' => '{local_volunteering-image}', 'billboard3_link_url' => '/{local_sef_url}/volunteering/', 'billboard3_subtitle' => 'Make a difference!', 'billboard3_thumb_title' => 'Volunteering', 'billboard3_thumb_url' => '{local_volunteering-image}', 'billboard3_title' => 'Volunteering lifts everyone's spirits', 'bvideo_name' => '{local_full_state_c}', 'city-select-image' => 'cityselect-spring', 'coffee-image' => 'coffee-warm-m', 'coffee_radius' => '10', 'community_blogs_archive' => 'charleston-wv', 'community_blogs_list' => 'caregiving,healthy-living,savings-and-planning,work-and-jobs,life-reimagined,all,{local_state},charleston-wv', 'connect_town_groups' => '[{ "towns": { "atlanta-ga": { "name": "Atlanta, GA", "path": "/atlanta-ga/fight-fraud/" }, "chicago-il": { "name": "Chicago, IL", "path": "/chicago-il/fight-fraud/" }, "los-angeles-ca": { "name": "Los Angeles, CA", "path": "/los-angeles-ca/fight-fraud/" }, "new-york-ny": { "name": "New York City, NY", "path": "/new-york-ny/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "phoenix-az": { "name": "Phoenix, AZ", "path": "/phoenix-az/fight-fraud/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP1" }, { "towns": { "baltimore-md": { "name": "Baltimore Metro, MD", "path": "/baltimore-md/fight-fraud/" }, "dallas-tx": { "name": "Dallas, TX", "path": "/dallas-tx/fight-fraud/" }, "denver-co": { "name": "Denver, CO", "path": "/denver-co/fight-fraud/" }, "detroit-mi": { "name": "Detroit, MI", "path": "/detroit-mi/fight-fraud/" }, "orlando-fl": { "name": "Central Florida, FL", "path": "/orlando-fl/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "houston-tx": { "name": "Houston, TX", "path": "/houston-tx/fight-fraud/" }, "brookhaven-ny": { "name": "Long Island, NY", "path": "/brookhaven-ny/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "san-diego-ca": { "name": "San Diego County, CA", "path": "/san-diego-ca/fight-fraud/" }, "miami-fl": { "name": "South Florida, FL", "path": "/miami-fl/fight-fraud/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP2" }, { "towns": { "charlotte-nc": { "name": "Charlotte, NC", "path": "/charlotte-nc/aarp-events/" }, "boston-ma": { "name": "Greater Boston, MA", "path": "/boston-ma/aarp-events/?showtowns=true" }, "indianapolis-in": { "name": "Indianapolis, IN", "path": "/indianapolis-in/aarp-events/" }, "las-vegas-nv": { "name": "Las Vegas, NV", "path": "/las-vegas-nv/aarp-events/" }, "philadelphia-pa": { "name": "Philadelphia, PA", "path": "/philadelphia-pa/aarp-events/" }, "pittsburgh-pa": { "name": "Pittsburgh, PA", "path": "/pittsburgh-pa/aarp-events/" }, "portland-or": { "name": "Portland Metro, OR", "path": "/portland-or/aarp-events/" }, "seattle-wa": { "name": "Seattle, WA", "path": "/seattle-wa/aarp-events/" }, "saint-louis-mo": { "name": "St Louis, MO", "path": "/saint-louis-mo/aarp-events/" }, "minneapolis-mn": { "name": "Twin Cities, MN", "path": "/minneapolis-mn/aarp-events/?showtowns=true" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP3" }, { "towns": { "new-orleans-la": { "name": "Greater New Orleans, LA", "path": "/new-orleans-la/fight-fraud/" }, "hartford-ct": { "name": "Hartford, CT", "path": "/hartford-ct/fight-fraud/" }, "little-rock-ar": { "name": "Little Rock, AR", "path": "/little-rock-ar/fight-fraud/" }, "oahu-hi": { "name": "Oahu, HI", "path": "/oahu-hi/fight-fraud/" }, "omaha-ne": { "name": "Omaham, NE", "path": "/omaha-ne/fight-fraud/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP4" }, { "towns": { "des-moines-ia": { "name": "Des Moines, IA", "path": "/des-moines-ia/aarp-events/" }, "fargo-nd": { "name": "Fargo, ND", "path": "/fargo-nd/aarp-events/" }, "allentown-pa": { "name": "Lehigh Valley, PA", "path": "/allentown-pa/aarp-events/?showtowns=true" }, "dale-city-va": { "name": "Prince William County, VA", "path": "/dale-city-va/aarp-events/" }, "worcester-ma": { "name": "Worcester County, MA", "path": "/worcester-ma/aarp-events/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP5" }, { "towns": { "charleston-wv": { "name": "Charleston, WV", "path": "/charleston-wv/aarp-events/" }, "helena-mt": { "name": "Lewis and Clark County, MT", "path": "/helena-mt/aarp-events/" }, "manchester-nh": { "name": "New Hampshire, NH", "path": "/manchester-nh/aarp-events/" }, "providence-ri": { "name": "Providence, RI", "path": "/providence-ri/aarp-events/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP6" }]', 'cvent_display_module' => 'false', 'cvent_widget_city' => '{local_city_state}', 'embed_video' => '<iframe width="100%" height="349" src="//players.brightcove.net/3772599298001/HkD6Qklb_default/index.html?videoId={local_embed_video_2}" allowfullscreen frameborder="0"></iframe>', 'espanol-news-header' => 'Noticias de {local_city}', 'espanol-news-image' => 'losangeles-spanish', 'events-image' => 'events-all', 'events_careversation_group_min' => '8', 'events_driversafety_group_min' => '8', 'events_index_slot1' => '{module_Cvent New Widget Section 3}', 'events_tek_group_min' => '8', 'event_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/responsive/events-all-1140x655.jpg', 'event_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/event.jpg', 'event_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/event-t.jpg', 'fall-fun-image' => 'fall-fun-cool-c', 'fallfun_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/fall-fun10-big-t.jpg', 'fallfun_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/fall-fun10.jpg', 'fallfun_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/fall-fun10-t.jpg', 'farmers-markets-image' => 'farmers-markets-c', 'find_it_fast_link_url' => 'jobs', 'find_it_fast_title' => 'Work & Jobs', 'gfg-image' => 'gfg-warm-c-2', 'google_disclaimer' => '<p><b>Please note:</b> These listings are provided via Google for the {local_city} community. <b>Listings here do NOT imply that an AARP member discount is offered.</b> Please see the <a href="https://www.aarp.org/benefits-discounts/" target="_blank">AARP Membership & Benefits page</a> for a listing of businesses that do provide a member discount.</p>', 'happenings-image' => 'happenings-rural', 'happenings-tbd-pilot-text' => '<h2><span>Discover everything you can do with AARP</span></h2> <h3><span>See fun events, local offers, and more right where you live.</span></h3>', 'happenings_default_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/responsive/aarp-default-rp-min.png', 'happenings_gold_slug_line_10up' => 'AARP in {local_community_name}', 'happenings_gold_slug_line_state' => 'AARP in {local_full_state}', 'happenings_gold_slug_line_state_es' => 'AARP en Virginia Occidental', 'happenings_heading' => '{local_city} Happenings', 'happenings_twitter_header' => 'More from {local_city}', 'hiking-image' => 'hiking-cool-c', 'hiking_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/hiking4-big-t.jpg', 'hiking_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/hiking4.jpg', 'hiking_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/hiking4-t.jpg', 'home_events_slot1' => '{module_Cvent New Widget Section}', 'home_events_slot2' => '{module_HP - Blog - Learn More}', 'home_intro_text' => '<p> Select your community from the list below to learn about great programs, stimulating things to do, local services, discounts and more! </p>', 'hp-event-tout' => '{if_facebook_link}<div class="module-spacer text-center"> <div class="fb-page" data-href="{local_facebook_link}" data-tabs="timeline" data-small-header="false" data-adapt-container-width="true" data-hide-cover="false" data-show-facepile="true"><blockquote cite="{local_facebook_link}" class="fb-xfbml-parse-ignore"><a href="{local_facebook_link}">Facebook</a></blockquote></div></div> {endif}', 'ice_skating_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/responsive/ice-skating-all-1140x655.jpg', 'ice_skating_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/ice-skating.jpg', 'ice_skating_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/ice-skating-t.jpg', 'image_url' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/working-for-you.jpeg', 'jobs_widget_city' => '{local_city_c}', 'm2mredirect' => 'True', 'movies-image' => 'movies-all-c', 'movies_robots' => 'index, follow', 'name' => 'In Your Community', 'nature_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/nature-center2-big-t.jpg', 'nature_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/nature-center2.jpg', 'nature_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/nature-center2-t.jpg', 'nearme_map_radius' => '20', 'nearme_map_zip' => '{local_zip}', 'omniture_cookie' => 'charleston-wv-cp', 'page-title-right' => '{module_Event Snapshot Newsletter Signup}', 'parks-image' => 'parks-warm-c', 'pilot_towns_banner_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/classic/happenings-rural-240x140.jpg', 'pumpkin-picking-image' => 'fall-fun-all-1-pumpkins', 'recommendation_form_email' => 'jgunderson-palmer@aarp.org,bekim@americantowns.com,katherine@americantowns.com', 'recreation-image' => 'rec-cool-b', 'restaurantform_email' => 'bmazur@aarp.org,bekim@americantowns.com', 'restaurant_radius' => '10,20,30', 'season-activities' => 'Walking, microbreweries ', 'season-image' => 'spring-fun-warm-m', 'seasonal_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/seasonal-big-t.jpg', 'seasonal_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/seasonal.jpg', 'seasonal_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/seasonal-t.jpg', 'season_header' => 'Spring Fun', 'season_title' => 'Spring', 'skiing_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/skiing-big-t.jpg', 'skiing_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/skiing.jpg', 'skiing_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/skiing-t.jpg', 'spring-fun-image' => 'spring-fun-warm-m', 'state_blog_header' => 'AARP State News', 'state_blog_name' => 'West Virginia', 'summer-fun-image' => 'summer-fun-warm-m', 'tas_state_link' => 'https://takeastand.aarp.org/congressional-action-chart/?state=West+Virginia', 'term' => 'in Charleston', 'thingstodo_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/things-to-do3-big-t.jpg', 'thingstodo_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/things-to-do3.jpg', 'thingstodo_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/things-to-do3-t.jpg', 'vcc_featured_image' => 'https://s3.amazonaws.com/local-aarp/img/vcc/featured/20210430_4C9F7646-96EC-4C88-960A-997CE34788BC.jpg', 'veterans-image' => 'veterans', 'video_tout_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/video-touts/san-antonio-video.png', 'vineyards-wineries-image' => 'wineries', 'volunteer-today-button' => '<span class="media-middle"> <a href="https://www.aarp.org/volunteer/virtual/?intcmp=CSN-LNK-AARPLOCAL-VOLINT-20210331-{local_tracking_code_town}-{local_tracking_code_state}" class="red btn" target="_blank">I WANT TO VOLUNTEER</a> </span>', 'volunteering-image' => 'volunteering-winter', 'volunteering-news-image' => 'volunteer-all-m-hands', 'volunteer_help_image' => 'volunteering-help-military-families', 'volunteer_help_link_name' => 'See Projects', 'volunteer_help_link_url' => 'https://www.createthegood.org/how-to-guides?intcmp=SNG-LNK-AARPLOCAL-VOLHTG-20140805-{local_tracking_code_town}-{local_tracking_code_state}', 'volunteer_help_subtitle' => 'Help Military Families', 'volunteer_help_title' => 'Do-It-Yourself Project Guides', 'winter-fun-image' => 'winter-fun-snow-c-ski', 'winterfun_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/winter-fun-big-t.jpg', 'winterfun_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/winter-fun.jpg', 'winterfun_pic_nav2' => '<li><a href="/{town_sef_url}/skiing/"><img src="{local_skiing_big_thumb}" title="Skiing"><span>Skiing</span></a></li>', 'winterfun_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/winter-fun-t.jpg', 'youtube_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/icons/youtube.png', 'news_link' => 'https://www.aarp.org/WV?intcmp=SNG-LNK-AARPLOCAL-BLOGWV-20140101', 'contactus_text' => 'West Virginia', 'contactus_email' => 'WVAARP@aarp.org ', 'contactus_link' => 'https://states.aarp.org/about-aarp-west-virginia/?intcmp=SNG-LNK-AARPLOCAL-CONTACT-20140101', 'facebook_link' => 'https://www.facebook.com/AARPWestVirginia', 'twitter_link' => 'https://twitter.com/aarpwv', 'state_contract_id' => '56037', 'state_blog_flag' => 'https://states.aarp.org/wp-content/themes/aarpstates/images/state_flags/west-virginia.png', 'state_blog_link' => 'https://states.aarp.org/region/west-virginia/', 'state_blog_rss' => 'https://states.aarp.org/region/west-virginia/feed', 'cold_state' => 'yes', 'embed_video_2' => '5763161969001', '2020_election_link' => 'https://local.aarp.org/news/how-to-vote-in-west-virginias-2020-election-what-you-need-to-know-wv-2020-08-05.html', 'State_Label' => 'West Virginia's', 'vaccine_url' => 'https://local.aarp.org/news/the-covid19-vaccine-distribution-plan-in-west-virginia-wv-2021-02-04.html', 'at_ski_resort' => 'y', 'state_capital' => 'charleston-wv', '2024_election_link' => 'https://states.aarp.org/west-virginia/election-voting-guide', '2024_election_link_es' => 'https://states.aarp.org/west-virginia/elecciones-guia-para-votar-virginia-occidental', 'advanced_directives_link' => 'https://www.caringinfo.org/wp-content/uploads/WestVirginia.pdf', 'full_state' => 'West Virginia', 'county' => 'Kanawha', 'geo' => array( (int) 0 => (float) -81.635398864746, (int) 1 => (float) 38.353298187256 ), 'latitude' => (float) 38.353298187256, 'longitude' => (float) -81.635398864746, 'city_state' => 'Charleston, WV', 'city_state_search' => 'Charleston WV,Charleton WV', 'pilot_name' => 'Charleston', 'pilot_sef_url' => 'charleston-wv', 'community_id' => (int) 72, 'community_name' => 'Charleston', 'community_state' => 'WV', 'community_region' => 'South', 'brightspot_region' => 'charleston-wv', 'title' => 'Charleston, WV', 'subtitle' => 'Highlighting {local_city} ', 'tracking_code_town' => 'CHARLESTON', 'tracking_code_state' => 'WV', 'ad_state' => 'wv', 'ad_city' => 'charleston', 'ad_region' => null, 'timezone' => 'America/New_York', 'type' => 'town', 'zip' => '25301', 'sef_url' => 'charleston-wv', 'americantowns_url' => 'https://www.americantowns.com/charleston-wv/', 'alt_names' => 'Charleston,Charleton', 'zipcodes' => array( (int) 0 => '25301', (int) 1 => '25302', (int) 2 => '25303', (int) 3 => '25304', (int) 4 => '25305', (int) 5 => '25306', (int) 6 => '25309', (int) 7 => '25311', (int) 8 => '25312', (int) 9 => '25313', (int) 10 => '25314', (int) 11 => '25315', (int) 12 => '25317', (int) 13 => '25320', (int) 14 => '25321', (int) 15 => '25322', (int) 16 => '25323', (int) 17 => '25324', (int) 18 => '25325', (int) 19 => '25326', (int) 20 => '25327', (int) 21 => '25328', (int) 22 => '25329', (int) 23 => '25330', (int) 24 => '25331', (int) 25 => '25332', (int) 26 => '25333', (int) 27 => '25334', (int) 28 => '25335', (int) 29 => '25336', (int) 30 => '25337', (int) 31 => '25338', (int) 32 => '25339', (int) 33 => '25350', (int) 34 => '25356', (int) 35 => '25357', (int) 36 => '25358', (int) 37 => '25360', (int) 38 => '25361', (int) 39 => '25362', (int) 40 => '25364', (int) 41 => '25365', (int) 42 => '25375', (int) 43 => '25387', (int) 44 => '25389', (int) 45 => '25392', (int) 46 => '25396' ), 'urls' => array( (int) 0 => 'charleston-wv', (int) 1 => 'charleton-wv', (int) 2 => 'big-chimney-wv', (int) 3 => 's-charleston-wv', (int) 4 => 'south-charleston-wv', (int) 5 => 'kanawha-city-wv', (int) 6 => 'malden-wv', (int) 7 => 'cross-lanes-wv', (int) 8 => 'chesapeake-wv', (int) 9 => 'marmet-wv', (int) 10 => 'wv-dept-of-motor-veh-wv', (int) 11 => 'sissonville-wv', (int) 12 => 'united-bank-wv', (int) 13 => 'verizon-wv' ), 'town_ids' => array( (int) 0 => '10525', (int) 1 => '10526', (int) 2 => '10527', (int) 3 => '10528', (int) 4 => '10529', (int) 5 => '10530', (int) 6 => '10531', (int) 7 => '10532', (int) 8 => '10533', (int) 9 => '10534', (int) 10 => '10535', (int) 11 => '10536', (int) 12 => '10537', (int) 13 => '10538', (int) 14 => '10539', (int) 15 => '10540', (int) 16 => '10541', (int) 17 => '10542', (int) 18 => '10543', (int) 19 => '10544', (int) 20 => '10545', (int) 21 => '10546', (int) 22 => '10547', (int) 23 => '10548', (int) 24 => '10549', (int) 25 => '10550', (int) 26 => '10551', (int) 27 => '10552', (int) 28 => '10553', (int) 29 => '10554', (int) 30 => '10555', (int) 31 => '10556', (int) 32 => '10557', (int) 33 => '10558', (int) 34 => '10559', (int) 35 => '10560', (int) 36 => '10561', (int) 37 => '10562', (int) 38 => '10563', (int) 39 => '10564', (int) 40 => '10565', (int) 41 => '10566', (int) 42 => '10567', (int) 43 => '10568', (int) 44 => '10569', (int) 45 => '10570', (int) 46 => '10571' ), 'has_happenings' => 'true', 'cvent_community_code' => 'wv-charleston' ) $callCake = true $matches = array( (int) 0 => array( (int) 0 => '{ifnot_slug==healthy-living/map} {module_RHS - AARP Events} {endif}', (int) 1 => 'slug==healthy-living/map', (int) 2 => ' {module_RHS - AARP Events} ' ) ) $match = array( (int) 0 => '{ifnot_slug==healthy-living/map} {module_RHS - AARP Events} {endif}', (int) 1 => 'slug==healthy-living/map', (int) 2 => ' {module_RHS - AARP Events} ' ) $token = 'slug' $keyword = 'healthy-living/map'</pre><pre class="stack-trace">Localize::replace() - APP/Lib/Localize.php, line 152 Modules::render() - APP/Lib/Modules.php, line 9 include - APP/View/Elements/display.ctp, line 13 View::_evaluate() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 971 View::_render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 933 View::render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 473 Controller::render() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, 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The best way to stop a scam is to spot the red flags!</i></b> <br><br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/d3/c2/001db645418b8d1f8cb141214b76/1-fwn-april-2025.png" alt="1. FWN April 2025.png" width="1080" height="1080" style="height: auto; max-width: 300px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><b>2024 Fraud Totals</b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.ftc.gov/reports/consumer-sentinel-network-data-book-2024" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>MORE RESOURCES</b></a></span></span><br>Fraud reached unprecedented levels in 2024, with a staggering $12.5 billion lost, a shocking increase of 25% over 2023. The number of reports remained stable from 2023 to 2024, but the percentage of reporters who had money stolen jumped from 27% to 38%.<br><br>Key Takeaways:<br></p><ul><li>Impostor scams continue to rise, with criminals impersonating trusted individuals, companies, or government agencies to deceive victims.</li><li>1 in 5 victims of impostor scams had money stolen from them, with an average loss of about $800 per person.</li><li>Many scams were tied to gift card purchases or cryptocurrency, with a total of $2.95 billion being stolen from consumers across the country.</li></ul><p>Email remained the most popular method for criminals to reach their victims, with a 25% increase in its use compared to last year.<br><br>These numbers are shocking, but the true extent of fraud is likely much higher, as a significant amount of fraud goes unreported. Last October, the FTC factored in underreporting from 2023, estimating that the $10.4 billion in losses reported to the agency that year was more like $158.3 billion.<br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/6c/16/4e0a29d840a799173d938702858b/2-fwn-april-2025.png" alt="2. FWN April 2025.png" width="1080" height="1080" style="height: auto; max-width: 300px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><b>Avoiding Fake Tax Preparers</b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/new-jersey/ag-platkin-high-alert-for-fraud-tax-season" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>MORE RESOURCES</b></a></span></span><br>April 15 is almost here, and many Americans are realizing that their plans to do their own taxes this year didn't work out. If you're one of them and looking for some last-minute help, here's what to look out for to avoid fraudulent tax preparers.<br><br>Pay attention to payment and promises. Tax scammers may ask for payment in cash up-front or ask to be paid a percentage of your return. Some might also promise a large return before they even see your paperwork. These are all red flags. No one can guarantee you a return nor should anyone be paid in advance or more than a standard fee.<br><br>Another warning sign is someone who avoids filling out their tax preparer ID or refuses to sign your return. Anyone who isn't willing to identify themselves on your tax forms or asks you to sign your tax return before it's completed shouldn't be trusted.<br><br>Tax season can be stressful, but resources are available at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.irs.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">IRS.gov</a></span></span> to help you find a reliable and safe professional to help you through it.<br><br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/71/4b/f09ad68f478097571cdaa59da9f9/3-fwn-april-2025.png" alt="3. FWN April 2025.png" width="1080" height="1080" style="height: auto; max-width: 300px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><b>TSA Deadlines & Real ID Scams</b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/info-2025/avoid-real-id-scams.html?intcmp=AE-FRDSC-MOR-R2-POS3" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>MORE RESOURCES</b></a></span></span><br><br>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. This change is based on a recommendation of the 9/11 Commission as a way to improve airline safety. Beware -- anytime there is a deadline there will also be scams.<br><br>Most Real ID scams will likely be <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/phishing/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">phishing</a></span></span> attempts that appear to be from a legitimate source, such as your state DMV or the federal Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Be wary of emails, texts or phone calls claiming to be from these agencies -- or another state agency -- and never click on links. These government offices will not contact you about Real ID. It is an optional license and is up to each individual to obtain it on their own.<br><br>For more information about obtaining a Real ID , contact your state or local DMV office or visit dhs.gov/<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><span class="Link">real-id</span></span></span>.<br><br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/19/f7/6aa4c89440a69db28975b6b0024b/4-fwn-april-2025.png" alt="4. FWN April 2025.png" width="1080" height="1080" style="height: auto; max-width: 300px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><b>How to Avoid Fake Check Scams</b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/fake-check-what-you-need-to-know/?intcmp=AE-FRDSC-MOR-R2-POS3" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>MORE RESOURCES</b></a></span></span><br>Several scams rely on convincing the target to deposit a check as a first step of the crime. They then convince the target to use the money in a specific way. For example, in some work-from-home scams, the “company” will send a check for deposit, and then once it “clears”, they direct the target to purchase needed office equipment from the company’s “catalogue”.<br><br>The catch? The check was fake and it bounced, and the equipment catalogue was fake, too. The money the target spent on “equipment” came from their own money. And, the equipment never comes.<br><br>Even though a check deposit may appear to be cleared on your banking app or website, the process can take several weeks. The criminals rely on most of us not knowing this, so they get us to deposit and then quickly transact against the deposit. When the check is determined to be fake, the target is out that money.<br><br>Be suspicious anytime someone wants to send a check that you then must act on with some immediacy – making purchases, paying a fee or sending funds to a third party for example.<br><b>_____________________________________________________</b><br><b>Be a fraud fighter! If you can <u>spot</u> a scam, you can <u>stop</u> a scam.</b><br><br><b>Report scams to local law enforcement. 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'' : 'none')">Context</a><pre id="cakeErr6800d952ee05b-code" class="cake-code-dump" style="display: none;"><code><span style="color: #000000"><span style="color: #0000BB"> </span><span style="color: #007700">if(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">strstr</span><span style="color: #007700">(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$match</span><span style="color: #007700">[</span><span style="color: #0000BB">1</span><span style="color: #007700">],</span><span style="color: #DD0000">'=='</span><span style="color: #007700">)) {</span></span></code> <code><span style="color: #000000"><span style="color: #0000BB"> </span><span style="color: #007700">list(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$token</span><span style="color: #007700">,</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$keyword</span><span style="color: #007700">) = </span><span style="color: #0000BB">explode</span><span style="color: #007700">(</span><span style="color: #DD0000">"=="</span><span style="color: #007700">,</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$match</span><span style="color: #007700">[</span><span style="color: #0000BB">1</span><span style="color: #007700">],</span><span style="color: #0000BB">2</span><span style="color: #007700">);</span></span></code> <span class="code-highlight"><code><span style="color: #000000"><span style="color: #0000BB"> $text </span><span style="color: #007700">= </span><span style="color: #0000BB">str_replace</span><span style="color: #007700">(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$match</span><span style="color: #007700">[</span><span style="color: #0000BB">0</span><span style="color: #007700">], (</span><span style="color: #0000BB">strtolower</span><span style="color: #007700">(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$town</span><span style="color: #007700">[</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$token</span><span style="color: #007700">]) != </span><span style="color: #0000BB">strtolower</span><span style="color: #007700">(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$keyword</span><span style="color: #007700">) ? </span><span style="color: #0000BB">self</span><span style="color: #007700">::</span><span style="color: #0000BB">replace</span><span style="color: #007700">(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$match</span><span style="color: #007700">[</span><span style="color: #0000BB">2</span><span style="color: #007700">], </span><span style="color: #0000BB">$town</span><span style="color: #007700">, </span><span style="color: #0000BB">$callCake</span><span style="color: #007700">): </span><span style="color: #DD0000">''</span><span style="color: #007700">), </span><span style="color: #0000BB">$text</span><span style="color: #007700">);</span></span></code></span></pre><pre id="cakeErr6800d952ee05b-context" class="cake-context" style="display: none;">$text = '<!--default--> <!-- module_RHS - AARP Events --> {ifnot_slug==healthy-living/map} {module_RHS - AARP Events} {endif} {module_RHS - Tout A} {module_RHS - Ad Slot 1} {module_RHS - Join AARP Today} {module_RHS - Ad Slot 2} {module_FB - State Side Panel} {module_RHS - State Contact Us}' $town = array( '_id' => '576180bb0c4e268f7f8bb897', 'city' => 'Charleston', 'state' => 'WV', 'nearby' => array( (int) 0 => array( 'city' => 'Charleston', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'charleston-wv' ), (int) 1 => array( 'city' => 'South Charleston', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'south-charleston-wv' ), (int) 2 => array( 'city' => 'Dunbar', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'dunbar-wv' ), (int) 3 => array( 'city' => 'Cross Lanes', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'cross-lanes-wv' ), (int) 4 => array( 'city' => 'Institute', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'institute-wv' ), (int) 5 => array( 'city' => 'Tad', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'tad-wv' ), (int) 6 => array( 'city' => 'Pinch', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'pinch-wv' ), (int) 7 => array( 'city' => 'Hernshaw', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'hernshaw-wv' ), (int) 8 => array( 'city' => 'Belle', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'belle-wv' ), (int) 9 => array( 'city' => 'Saint Albans', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'saint-albans-wv' ), (int) 10 => array( 'city' => 'Elkview', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'elkview-wv' ), (int) 11 => array( 'city' => 'Nitro', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'nitro-wv' ), (int) 12 => array( 'city' => 'Tornado', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'tornado-wv' ), (int) 13 => array( 'city' => 'Blount', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'blount-wv' ), (int) 14 => array( 'city' => 'Upper Falls', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'upper-falls-wv' ) ), 'local' => array( (int) 0 => 'charleston-wv', (int) 1 => 'south-charleston-wv', (int) 2 => 'dunbar-wv', (int) 3 => 'cross-lanes-wv', (int) 4 => 'institute-wv', (int) 5 => 'tad-wv', (int) 6 => 'pinch-wv', (int) 7 => 'hernshaw-wv', (int) 8 => 'belle-wv', (int) 9 => 'saint-albans-wv', (int) 10 => 'elkview-wv', (int) 11 => 'nitro-wv', (int) 12 => 'tornado-wv', (int) 13 => 'blount-wv', (int) 14 => 'upper-falls-wv', (int) 15 => 'blue-creek-wv', (int) 16 => 'winifrede-wv', (int) 17 => 'ashford-wv', (int) 18 => 'poca-wv' ), 'season' => 'spring', 'aarp-events-image' => 'aarp-events', 'amusement-parks-image' => 'amusement-warm-c', 'arts-entertainment-image' => 'arts-all-bm', 'asset_version' => '240925', 'beaches-lakes-image' => 'beaches-lakes-cool-c', 'billboard1_caption' => 'Spring', 'billboard1_image_url' => '{local_happenings-image}', 'billboard1_link_url' => '/{local_sef_url}/happenings/', 'billboard1_subtitle' => 'See the Real Possibilities', 'billboard1_thumb_title' => ' Happenings', 'billboard1_thumb_url' => '{local_happenings-image}', 'billboard1_title' => 'Get to know AARP in {local_city_c}', 'billboard2_image_url' => '{local_season-image}', 'billboard2_link_url' => '/{local_sef_url}/{local_season}-fun/', 'billboard2_subtitle' => 'Explore fun and interesting things to do this {local_season} near you!', 'billboard2_thumb_title' => '{local_season_header}', 'billboard2_thumb_url' => '{local_season-image}', 'billboard2_title' => 'Time for {local_season_header}!', 'billboard3_image_url' => '{local_volunteering-image}', 'billboard3_link_url' => '/{local_sef_url}/volunteering/', 'billboard3_subtitle' => 'Make a difference!', 'billboard3_thumb_title' => 'Volunteering', 'billboard3_thumb_url' => '{local_volunteering-image}', 'billboard3_title' => 'Volunteering lifts everyone's spirits', 'bvideo_name' => '{local_full_state_c}', 'city-select-image' => 'cityselect-spring', 'coffee-image' => 'coffee-warm-m', 'coffee_radius' => '10', 'community_blogs_archive' => 'charleston-wv', 'community_blogs_list' => 'caregiving,healthy-living,savings-and-planning,work-and-jobs,life-reimagined,all,{local_state},charleston-wv', 'connect_town_groups' => '[{ "towns": { "atlanta-ga": { "name": "Atlanta, GA", "path": "/atlanta-ga/fight-fraud/" }, "chicago-il": { "name": "Chicago, IL", "path": "/chicago-il/fight-fraud/" }, "los-angeles-ca": { "name": "Los Angeles, CA", "path": "/los-angeles-ca/fight-fraud/" }, "new-york-ny": { "name": "New York City, NY", "path": "/new-york-ny/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "phoenix-az": { "name": "Phoenix, AZ", "path": "/phoenix-az/fight-fraud/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP1" }, { "towns": { "baltimore-md": { "name": "Baltimore Metro, MD", "path": "/baltimore-md/fight-fraud/" }, "dallas-tx": { "name": "Dallas, TX", "path": "/dallas-tx/fight-fraud/" }, "denver-co": { "name": "Denver, CO", "path": "/denver-co/fight-fraud/" }, "detroit-mi": { "name": "Detroit, MI", "path": "/detroit-mi/fight-fraud/" }, "orlando-fl": { "name": "Central Florida, FL", "path": "/orlando-fl/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "houston-tx": { "name": "Houston, TX", "path": "/houston-tx/fight-fraud/" }, "brookhaven-ny": { "name": "Long Island, NY", "path": "/brookhaven-ny/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "san-diego-ca": { "name": "San Diego County, CA", "path": "/san-diego-ca/fight-fraud/" }, "miami-fl": { "name": "South Florida, FL", "path": "/miami-fl/fight-fraud/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP2" }, { "towns": { "charlotte-nc": { "name": "Charlotte, NC", "path": "/charlotte-nc/aarp-events/" }, "boston-ma": { "name": "Greater Boston, MA", "path": "/boston-ma/aarp-events/?showtowns=true" }, "indianapolis-in": { "name": "Indianapolis, IN", "path": "/indianapolis-in/aarp-events/" }, "las-vegas-nv": { "name": "Las Vegas, NV", "path": "/las-vegas-nv/aarp-events/" }, "philadelphia-pa": { "name": "Philadelphia, PA", "path": "/philadelphia-pa/aarp-events/" }, "pittsburgh-pa": { "name": "Pittsburgh, PA", "path": "/pittsburgh-pa/aarp-events/" }, "portland-or": { "name": "Portland Metro, OR", "path": "/portland-or/aarp-events/" }, "seattle-wa": { "name": "Seattle, WA", "path": "/seattle-wa/aarp-events/" }, "saint-louis-mo": { "name": "St Louis, MO", "path": "/saint-louis-mo/aarp-events/" }, "minneapolis-mn": { "name": "Twin Cities, MN", "path": "/minneapolis-mn/aarp-events/?showtowns=true" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP3" }, { "towns": { "new-orleans-la": { "name": "Greater New Orleans, LA", "path": "/new-orleans-la/fight-fraud/" 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line 963 AppController::renderPage() - APP/Controller/AppController.php, line 136 BlogsController::display() - APP/Controller/BlogsController.php, line 81 ReflectionMethod::invokeArgs() - [internal], line ?? Controller::invokeAction() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 491 Dispatcher::_invoke() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 193 Dispatcher::dispatch() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 167 [main] - APP/webroot/index.php, line 118</pre></div></pre><div class="module clearfix"><!--default--> <!-- module_RHS - AARP Events --> <div class="ar-basic-box module-spacer"> <header> <div class="pull-right"> <a href="/charleston-wv/aarp-events/" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-SEEALL-EVENTS"> <img style="width:30px;" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/icons/aarp_event_icon.png" alt="Upcoming AARP Events" /> </a> </div> <h2 class="visible-lg">AARP Events for Charleston</h2> <h2 class="hidden-lg">AARP Events for Charleston</h2> </header> <div class="wrap"> <div class="ar-listing snippet"> <ul class="list"> <li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/aarp-event/aarp-live-cybercrime-and-fraud-prevention-tips-42125-9vn8twf4ts8.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-LIVE-CYBERCRIME-AND-FRAUD-PREVENTION-TIPS-42125">AARP Live: Cybercrime and Fraud Prevention Tips, 4/21/25</a></h2> <p class="time">Monday, Apr 21, 2025 at 8:00 p.m. ET</p> <p class="venue"></p> <p class="loc">Online Event</p> </li><li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/aarp-event/aarp-live-decluttering-for-today-and-tomorrow-51925-87nw6zdbytm.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-LIVE-DECLUTTERING-FOR-TODAY-AND-TOMORROW-51925">AARP Live: Decluttering for Today and Tomorrow , 5/19/25</a></h2> <p class="time">Monday, May 19, 2025 at 8:00 p.m. ET</p> <p class="venue"></p> <p class="loc">Online Event</p> </li><li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/aarp-event/aarp-live-social-security-whats-right-for-you-61625-glnbkkyk2gm.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-LIVE-SOCIAL-SECURITY-WHATS-RIGHT-FOR-YOU-61625">AARP Live: Social Security: What’s Right For You? , 6/16/25</a></h2> <p class="time">Monday, Jun 16, 2025 at 8:00 p.m. ET</p> <p class="venue"></p> <p class="loc">Online Event</p> </li> </ul> <p><a class="link-red" href="/charleston-wv/aarp-events/" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-SEEALL-EVENTS">View All AARP Events<i class="ml-1 fas fa-chevron-right"></i></a></p> </div> </div> </div> <div aria-hidden="true" class="aarpe-ad-wrapper"> <div class="aarpe-ad en clearfix" id="300x250_53475" data-adsize="300x250"> <script type="text/javascript"> if(typeof AARP.ads !== 'undefined'){ AARP.ads.slots({ id:'300x250_53475', size:'300x250'}); } </script> </div> </div> <div class="card-tout card-dark membership-tout" style="margin:0 0 30px 0;height:360px;"> <img class="img-responsive image" title="image of two AARP membership cards" alt="image of two AARP membership cards" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/tout-two-cards.png"> <div class="title">Last Chance to Save!<br />New Pricing Coming in 2025.</div> <br /> <p> This is AARP's first rate increase in 15 years.<br />Don't miss out, join today and save!<br /><br /> </p> <div class="action"> <a class="btn" href="https://appsec.aarp.org/mem/join?campaignid=UAJFT3&intcmp=LNK-CSN-AARPLOCAL-JRTOUT-RR-A-CHARLESTON-WV">Join AARP</a> <div class="body">Already a member? <a href="https://appsec.aarp.org/mem/renew?campaignid= UARFT3&intcmp=LNK-CSN-AARPLOCAL-JRTOUT-RR-A-CHARLESTON-WV">Renew</a> or <a href="https://www.aarp.org/benefits-discounts/my-membership/print-your-card/">Print Card</a></div> </div> </div> <style> .membership-tout {padding:16px 20px;} .membership-tout .list li { margin: 0; } </style> <div aria-hidden="true" class="aarpe-ad-wrapper"> <div class="aarpe-ad en clearfix" id="300x250_93505" data-adsize="300x250"> <script type="text/javascript"> if(typeof AARP.ads !== 'undefined'){ AARP.ads.slots({ id:'300x250_93505', size:'300x250'}); } </script> </div> </div> <div class="module-spacer text-center"> <div class="fb-page" alt="Image of AARP West Virginia Facebook Page" title="Image of AARP West Virginia Facebook Page" data-href="https://www.facebook.com/AARPWestVirginia" data-tabs="timeline" width="" height="" data-small-header="false" data-adapt-container-width="true" data-hide-cover="false" data-show-facepile="true"> <blockquote cite="https://www.facebook.com/AARPWestVirginia" class="fb-xfbml-parse-ignore"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/AARPWestVirginia">Facebook</a></blockquote> </div> </div> <div class="ar-basic-box module-spacer"> <header> <h2>Contact AARP <br />in Charleston</h2> </header> <div class="wrap"> <div class="ar-quick-list module-spacer"> <ul class="list-unstyled"> <li><i class="list-icon fa fa-envelope" alt="Email icon" title="Email icon" aria-hidden="true"></i><a href="mailto:WVAARP@aarp.org " target="_blank" rel="noopener">WVAARP@aarp.org </a></li> <li><i class="list-icon fa fa-globe" alt="Globe icon" title="Globe icon" aria-hidden="true"></i><a href="https://states.aarp.org/region/west-virginia/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">AARP West Virginia</a></li> <li><i class="list-icon fa fa-map-marker" alt="Map Marker icon" title="Map Marker icon" aria-hidden="true"></i><a href="https://states.aarp.org/about-aarp-west-virginia/?intcmp=SNG-LNK-AARPLOCAL-CONTACT-20140101-CHARLESTON-WV" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Contact Us</a></li> </ul> </div> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/AARPWestVirginia" target="_blank" rel="noopener" aria-label="Open Facebook"><img style="max-width: 48px;" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/page/icons/facebook.png" alt="Facebook icon" title="Facebook icon"></a> <a href="https://twitter.com/aarpwv" target="_blank" rel="noopener" aria-label="Open Twitter"><img style="max-width: 48px;" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/page/icons/twitter.png" alt="Twitter icon" title="Twitter icon"></a> </div> </div> </div></div> <div class="col-md-8 left-rail left-bot"></div> <div class="col-md-4 right-rail right-bot thin-rhs"></div> </div> <div class="row oneColumnLayout"> </div> <div class="row oneColumnLayout"> <div class="col-md-12"><!-- script to activate navbar --> <script type="text/javascript"> jQuery(".channelBarMain ul.left li a").click(function() { window.location = jQuery(this).attr('href'); }); </script> </div> </div> ' $scripts_for_layout = '<title>SCAM ALERT: Be on the Lookout for These Scams in April 2025</title> <meta name="page_title" content="SCAM ALERT: Be on the Lookout for These Scams in April 2025"/> <meta name="robots" content="noindex, nofollow"/> <meta content="Scammers are criminals. 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"Resource/aarp2_master.bodyTargeting.html");$viewFile = '/var/www/vhosts/vcc_staging/app/View/Layouts/aarp_2023.ctp' $dataForView = array( 'content_for_layout' => '<div class="row twoColumnLayout"> <div class="col-md-8 left-rail"><div class="module clearfix"><div class="ar-basic-box"> <div> <div class="module-spacer"> <header><h1 class="article-headline">SCAM ALERT: Be on the Lookout for These Scams in April 2025</h1></header> <div class="posted-on"> Posted on 04/01/25 </div> </div> <div class="module-spacer"> <span class="blog-content"><p><div class="RichTextArticleBody"> <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><p><b><i>Scammers are criminals. The best way to stop a scam is to spot the red flags!</i></b> <br><br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/d3/c2/001db645418b8d1f8cb141214b76/1-fwn-april-2025.png" alt="1. FWN April 2025.png" width="1080" height="1080" style="height: auto; max-width: 300px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><b>2024 Fraud Totals</b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.ftc.gov/reports/consumer-sentinel-network-data-book-2024" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>MORE RESOURCES</b></a></span></span><br>Fraud reached unprecedented levels in 2024, with a staggering $12.5 billion lost, a shocking increase of 25% over 2023. The number of reports remained stable from 2023 to 2024, but the percentage of reporters who had money stolen jumped from 27% to 38%.<br><br>Key Takeaways:<br></p><ul><li>Impostor scams continue to rise, with criminals impersonating trusted individuals, companies, or government agencies to deceive victims.</li><li>1 in 5 victims of impostor scams had money stolen from them, with an average loss of about $800 per person.</li><li>Many scams were tied to gift card purchases or cryptocurrency, with a total of $2.95 billion being stolen from consumers across the country.</li></ul><p>Email remained the most popular method for criminals to reach their victims, with a 25% increase in its use compared to last year.<br><br>These numbers are shocking, but the true extent of fraud is likely much higher, as a significant amount of fraud goes unreported. Last October, the FTC factored in underreporting from 2023, estimating that the $10.4 billion in losses reported to the agency that year was more like $158.3 billion.<br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/6c/16/4e0a29d840a799173d938702858b/2-fwn-april-2025.png" alt="2. FWN April 2025.png" width="1080" height="1080" style="height: auto; max-width: 300px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><b>Avoiding Fake Tax Preparers</b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/new-jersey/ag-platkin-high-alert-for-fraud-tax-season" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>MORE RESOURCES</b></a></span></span><br>April 15 is almost here, and many Americans are realizing that their plans to do their own taxes this year didn't work out. If you're one of them and looking for some last-minute help, here's what to look out for to avoid fraudulent tax preparers.<br><br>Pay attention to payment and promises. Tax scammers may ask for payment in cash up-front or ask to be paid a percentage of your return. Some might also promise a large return before they even see your paperwork. These are all red flags. No one can guarantee you a return nor should anyone be paid in advance or more than a standard fee.<br><br>Another warning sign is someone who avoids filling out their tax preparer ID or refuses to sign your return. Anyone who isn't willing to identify themselves on your tax forms or asks you to sign your tax return before it's completed shouldn't be trusted.<br><br>Tax season can be stressful, but resources are available at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.irs.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">IRS.gov</a></span></span> to help you find a reliable and safe professional to help you through it.<br><br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/71/4b/f09ad68f478097571cdaa59da9f9/3-fwn-april-2025.png" alt="3. FWN April 2025.png" width="1080" height="1080" style="height: auto; max-width: 300px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><b>TSA Deadlines & Real ID Scams</b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/info-2025/avoid-real-id-scams.html?intcmp=AE-FRDSC-MOR-R2-POS3" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>MORE RESOURCES</b></a></span></span><br><br>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. This change is based on a recommendation of the 9/11 Commission as a way to improve airline safety. Beware -- anytime there is a deadline there will also be scams.<br><br>Most Real ID scams will likely be <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/phishing/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">phishing</a></span></span> attempts that appear to be from a legitimate source, such as your state DMV or the federal Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Be wary of emails, texts or phone calls claiming to be from these agencies -- or another state agency -- and never click on links. These government offices will not contact you about Real ID. It is an optional license and is up to each individual to obtain it on their own.<br><br>For more information about obtaining a Real ID , contact your state or local DMV office or visit dhs.gov/<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><span class="Link">real-id</span></span></span>.<br><br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/19/f7/6aa4c89440a69db28975b6b0024b/4-fwn-april-2025.png" alt="4. FWN April 2025.png" width="1080" height="1080" style="height: auto; max-width: 300px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><b>How to Avoid Fake Check Scams</b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/fake-check-what-you-need-to-know/?intcmp=AE-FRDSC-MOR-R2-POS3" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>MORE RESOURCES</b></a></span></span><br>Several scams rely on convincing the target to deposit a check as a first step of the crime. They then convince the target to use the money in a specific way. For example, in some work-from-home scams, the “company” will send a check for deposit, and then once it “clears”, they direct the target to purchase needed office equipment from the company’s “catalogue”.<br><br>The catch? The check was fake and it bounced, and the equipment catalogue was fake, too. The money the target spent on “equipment” came from their own money. And, the equipment never comes.<br><br>Even though a check deposit may appear to be cleared on your banking app or website, the process can take several weeks. The criminals rely on most of us not knowing this, so they get us to deposit and then quickly transact against the deposit. When the check is determined to be fake, the target is out that money.<br><br>Be suspicious anytime someone wants to send a check that you then must act on with some immediacy – making purchases, paying a fee or sending funds to a third party for example.<br><b>_____________________________________________________</b><br><b>Be a fraud fighter! If you can <u>spot</u> a scam, you can <u>stop</u> a scam.</b><br><br><b>Report scams to local law enforcement. For help from AARP, call 877-908-3360 or visit the AARP Fraud Watch Network at </b><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://www.aarp.org/fraudwatchnetwork" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>www.aarp.org/fraudwatchnetwork</b></a></span></span></p></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> </div> </div><div class="module clearfix"><script src="https://npmcdn.com/flickity@2/dist/flickity.pkgd.min.js"></script> <script src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.d703996ba6a992470f9f7fa2170736df.gz.js"></script> <link class="Webpack-css" rel="stylesheet" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.2cef3303b65f09149a6db29044f033cb.gz.css"> <!-- <script src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.c85a242a55150cd195e494cd6e5b9c77.gz.js" async=""></script> <link rel="stylesheet" media="all" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.bfe6eb5a8301841feef3af4e9bd1e26d.gz.css"> --> <!-- bypass --> <style> a:focus, a:hover { text-decoration: underline; } h1.article-headline { margin: 0 0 1rem; } </style> <!-- <style> .Enhancement-item .Figure { margin-bottom: 24px; } .RichTextArticleBody-body ul { margin-bottom: 24px; } .RichTextArticleBody-body p{ margin: 12px 0; } .RichTextModule-items { clear: both; display: table; width: 100%; margin-bottom: 12px; } .VideoEnhancement>* { color: var(--primaryTextColor); font-size: 13px; font-weight: 400; line-height: 1.4; font-style: italic; background: #f0efed } @media only screen and (min-width: 768px) { .VideoEnhancement>* { font-size:14px; font-weight: 400; line-height: 1.47 } } .VideoEnhancement-title { padding: 20px } @media only screen and (min-width: 768px) { .VideoEnhancement-title { padding:30px } } .VideoEnhancement-player>* { position: relative; width: 100%; height: 0; padding-bottom: 56.25% } .VideoEnhancement iframe { border: 0; position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100% } [data-video-player] { display: block; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; margin: 0 auto; } [data-video-player][data-aspect-ratio="4x3"] { padding-bottom: 56.25%; } [data-video-player][data-aspect-ratio="16x9"] { padding-bottom: 56.25% } </style> --></div><div class="module clearfix"><div class="module-spacer tout-homefit-750"> <a data-formelementid="CSN-LOCAL-HC-NEWSSK-02272024" href="/charleston-wv/home-and-community/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-HC-NEWSSK-02272024"><img class="img-responsive" alt="Explore the free AARP HomeFit Guide" title="Explore the free AARP HomeFit Guide" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/touts/HomeFit_750x150.png"></a> </div></div></div> <div class="col-md-4 right-rail thin-rhs"><pre class="cake-error"><a href="javascript:void(0);" onclick="document.getElementById('cakeErr6800d952ee05b-trace').style.display = (document.getElementById('cakeErr6800d952ee05b-trace').style.display == 'none' ? 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{module_FB - State Side Panel} {module_RHS - State Contact Us}' $town = array( '_id' => '576180bb0c4e268f7f8bb897', 'city' => 'Charleston', 'state' => 'WV', 'nearby' => array( (int) 0 => array( 'city' => 'Charleston', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'charleston-wv' ), (int) 1 => array( 'city' => 'South Charleston', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'south-charleston-wv' ), (int) 2 => array( 'city' => 'Dunbar', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'dunbar-wv' ), (int) 3 => array( 'city' => 'Cross Lanes', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'cross-lanes-wv' ), (int) 4 => array( 'city' => 'Institute', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'institute-wv' ), (int) 5 => array( 'city' => 'Tad', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'tad-wv' ), (int) 6 => array( 'city' => 'Pinch', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'pinch-wv' ), (int) 7 => array( 'city' => 'Hernshaw', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'hernshaw-wv' ), (int) 8 => array( 'city' => 'Belle', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'belle-wv' ), (int) 9 => array( 'city' => 'Saint Albans', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'saint-albans-wv' ), (int) 10 => array( 'city' => 'Elkview', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'elkview-wv' ), (int) 11 => array( 'city' => 'Nitro', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'nitro-wv' ), (int) 12 => array( 'city' => 'Tornado', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'tornado-wv' ), (int) 13 => array( 'city' => 'Blount', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'blount-wv' ), (int) 14 => array( 'city' => 'Upper Falls', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'upper-falls-wv' ) ), 'local' => array( (int) 0 => 'charleston-wv', (int) 1 => 'south-charleston-wv', (int) 2 => 'dunbar-wv', (int) 3 => 'cross-lanes-wv', (int) 4 => 'institute-wv', (int) 5 => 'tad-wv', (int) 6 => 'pinch-wv', (int) 7 => 'hernshaw-wv', (int) 8 => 'belle-wv', (int) 9 => 'saint-albans-wv', (int) 10 => 'elkview-wv', (int) 11 => 'nitro-wv', (int) 12 => 'tornado-wv', (int) 13 => 'blount-wv', (int) 14 => 'upper-falls-wv', (int) 15 => 'blue-creek-wv', (int) 16 => 'winifrede-wv', (int) 17 => 'ashford-wv', (int) 18 => 'poca-wv' ), 'season' => 'spring', 'aarp-events-image' => 'aarp-events', 'amusement-parks-image' => 'amusement-warm-c', 'arts-entertainment-image' => 'arts-all-bm', 'asset_version' => '240925', 'beaches-lakes-image' => 'beaches-lakes-cool-c', 'billboard1_caption' => 'Spring', 'billboard1_image_url' => '{local_happenings-image}', 'billboard1_link_url' => '/{local_sef_url}/happenings/', 'billboard1_subtitle' => 'See the Real Possibilities', 'billboard1_thumb_title' => ' Happenings', 'billboard1_thumb_url' => '{local_happenings-image}', 'billboard1_title' => 'Get to know AARP in {local_city_c}', 'billboard2_image_url' => '{local_season-image}', 'billboard2_link_url' => '/{local_sef_url}/{local_season}-fun/', 'billboard2_subtitle' => 'Explore fun and interesting things to do this {local_season} near you!', 'billboard2_thumb_title' => '{local_season_header}', 'billboard2_thumb_url' => '{local_season-image}', 'billboard2_title' => 'Time for {local_season_header}!', 'billboard3_image_url' => '{local_volunteering-image}', 'billboard3_link_url' => '/{local_sef_url}/volunteering/', 'billboard3_subtitle' => 'Make a difference!', 'billboard3_thumb_title' => 'Volunteering', 'billboard3_thumb_url' => '{local_volunteering-image}', 'billboard3_title' => 'Volunteering lifts everyone's spirits', 'bvideo_name' => '{local_full_state_c}', 'city-select-image' => 'cityselect-spring', 'coffee-image' => 'coffee-warm-m', 'coffee_radius' => '10', 'community_blogs_archive' => 'charleston-wv', 'community_blogs_list' => 'caregiving,healthy-living,savings-and-planning,work-and-jobs,life-reimagined,all,{local_state},charleston-wv', 'connect_town_groups' => '[{ "towns": { "atlanta-ga": { "name": "Atlanta, GA", "path": "/atlanta-ga/fight-fraud/" }, "chicago-il": { "name": "Chicago, IL", "path": "/chicago-il/fight-fraud/" }, "los-angeles-ca": { "name": "Los Angeles, CA", "path": "/los-angeles-ca/fight-fraud/" }, "new-york-ny": { "name": "New York City, NY", "path": "/new-york-ny/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "phoenix-az": { "name": "Phoenix, AZ", "path": "/phoenix-az/fight-fraud/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP1" }, { "towns": { "baltimore-md": { "name": "Baltimore Metro, MD", "path": "/baltimore-md/fight-fraud/" }, "dallas-tx": { "name": "Dallas, TX", "path": "/dallas-tx/fight-fraud/" }, "denver-co": { "name": "Denver, CO", "path": "/denver-co/fight-fraud/" }, "detroit-mi": { "name": "Detroit, MI", "path": "/detroit-mi/fight-fraud/" }, "orlando-fl": { "name": "Central Florida, FL", "path": "/orlando-fl/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "houston-tx": { "name": "Houston, TX", "path": "/houston-tx/fight-fraud/" }, "brookhaven-ny": { "name": "Long Island, NY", "path": "/brookhaven-ny/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "san-diego-ca": { "name": "San Diego County, CA", "path": "/san-diego-ca/fight-fraud/" }, "miami-fl": { "name": "South Florida, FL", "path": "/miami-fl/fight-fraud/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP2" }, { "towns": { "charlotte-nc": { "name": "Charlotte, NC", "path": "/charlotte-nc/aarp-events/" }, "boston-ma": { "name": "Greater Boston, MA", "path": "/boston-ma/aarp-events/?showtowns=true" }, "indianapolis-in": { "name": "Indianapolis, IN", "path": "/indianapolis-in/aarp-events/" }, "las-vegas-nv": { "name": "Las Vegas, NV", "path": "/las-vegas-nv/aarp-events/" }, "philadelphia-pa": { "name": "Philadelphia, PA", "path": "/philadelphia-pa/aarp-events/" }, "pittsburgh-pa": { "name": "Pittsburgh, PA", "path": "/pittsburgh-pa/aarp-events/" }, "portland-or": { "name": "Portland Metro, OR", "path": "/portland-or/aarp-events/" }, "seattle-wa": { "name": "Seattle, WA", "path": "/seattle-wa/aarp-events/" }, "saint-louis-mo": { "name": "St Louis, MO", "path": "/saint-louis-mo/aarp-events/" }, "minneapolis-mn": { "name": "Twin Cities, MN", "path": "/minneapolis-mn/aarp-events/?showtowns=true" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP3" }, { "towns": { "new-orleans-la": { "name": "Greater New Orleans, LA", "path": "/new-orleans-la/fight-fraud/" }, "hartford-ct": { "name": "Hartford, CT", "path": "/hartford-ct/fight-fraud/" }, "little-rock-ar": { "name": "Little Rock, AR", "path": "/little-rock-ar/fight-fraud/" }, "oahu-hi": { "name": "Oahu, HI", "path": "/oahu-hi/fight-fraud/" }, "omaha-ne": { "name": "Omaham, NE", "path": "/omaha-ne/fight-fraud/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP4" }, { "towns": { "des-moines-ia": { "name": "Des Moines, IA", "path": "/des-moines-ia/aarp-events/" }, "fargo-nd": { "name": "Fargo, ND", "path": "/fargo-nd/aarp-events/" }, "allentown-pa": { "name": "Lehigh Valley, PA", "path": "/allentown-pa/aarp-events/?showtowns=true" }, "dale-city-va": { "name": "Prince William County, VA", "path": "/dale-city-va/aarp-events/" }, "worcester-ma": { "name": "Worcester County, MA", "path": "/worcester-ma/aarp-events/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP5" }, { "towns": { "charleston-wv": { "name": "Charleston, WV", "path": "/charleston-wv/aarp-events/" }, "helena-mt": { "name": "Lewis and Clark County, MT", "path": "/helena-mt/aarp-events/" }, "manchester-nh": { "name": "New Hampshire, NH", "path": "/manchester-nh/aarp-events/" }, "providence-ri": { "name": "Providence, RI", "path": "/providence-ri/aarp-events/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP6" }]', 'cvent_display_module' => 'false', 'cvent_widget_city' => '{local_city_state}', 'embed_video' => '<iframe width="100%" height="349" src="//players.brightcove.net/3772599298001/HkD6Qklb_default/index.html?videoId={local_embed_video_2}" allowfullscreen frameborder="0"></iframe>', 'espanol-news-header' => 'Noticias de {local_city}', 'espanol-news-image' => 'losangeles-spanish', 'events-image' => 'events-all', 'events_careversation_group_min' => '8', 'events_driversafety_group_min' => '8', 'events_index_slot1' => '{module_Cvent New Widget Section 3}', 'events_tek_group_min' => '8', 'event_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/responsive/events-all-1140x655.jpg', 'event_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/event.jpg', 'event_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/event-t.jpg', 'fall-fun-image' => 'fall-fun-cool-c', 'fallfun_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/fall-fun10-big-t.jpg', 'fallfun_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/fall-fun10.jpg', 'fallfun_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/fall-fun10-t.jpg', 'farmers-markets-image' => 'farmers-markets-c', 'find_it_fast_link_url' => 'jobs', 'find_it_fast_title' => 'Work & Jobs', 'gfg-image' => 'gfg-warm-c-2', 'google_disclaimer' => '<p><b>Please note:</b> These listings are provided via Google for the {local_city} community. <b>Listings here do NOT imply that an AARP member discount is offered.</b> Please see the <a href="https://www.aarp.org/benefits-discounts/" target="_blank">AARP Membership & Benefits page</a> for a listing of businesses that do provide a member discount.</p>', 'happenings-image' => 'happenings-rural', 'happenings-tbd-pilot-text' => '<h2><span>Discover everything you can do with AARP</span></h2> <h3><span>See fun events, local offers, and more right where you live.</span></h3>', 'happenings_default_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/responsive/aarp-default-rp-min.png', 'happenings_gold_slug_line_10up' => 'AARP in {local_community_name}', 'happenings_gold_slug_line_state' => 'AARP in {local_full_state}', 'happenings_gold_slug_line_state_es' => 'AARP en Virginia Occidental', 'happenings_heading' => '{local_city} Happenings', 'happenings_twitter_header' => 'More from {local_city}', 'hiking-image' => 'hiking-cool-c', 'hiking_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/hiking4-big-t.jpg', 'hiking_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/hiking4.jpg', 'hiking_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/hiking4-t.jpg', 'home_events_slot1' => '{module_Cvent New Widget Section}', 'home_events_slot2' => '{module_HP - Blog - Learn More}', 'home_intro_text' => '<p> Select your community from the list below to learn about great programs, stimulating things to do, local services, discounts and more! </p>', 'hp-event-tout' => '{if_facebook_link}<div class="module-spacer text-center"> <div class="fb-page" data-href="{local_facebook_link}" data-tabs="timeline" data-small-header="false" data-adapt-container-width="true" data-hide-cover="false" data-show-facepile="true"><blockquote cite="{local_facebook_link}" class="fb-xfbml-parse-ignore"><a href="{local_facebook_link}">Facebook</a></blockquote></div></div> {endif}', 'ice_skating_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/responsive/ice-skating-all-1140x655.jpg', 'ice_skating_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/ice-skating.jpg', 'ice_skating_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/ice-skating-t.jpg', 'image_url' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/working-for-you.jpeg', 'jobs_widget_city' => '{local_city_c}', 'm2mredirect' => 'True', 'movies-image' => 'movies-all-c', 'movies_robots' => 'index, follow', 'name' => 'In Your Community', 'nature_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/nature-center2-big-t.jpg', 'nature_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/nature-center2.jpg', 'nature_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/nature-center2-t.jpg', 'nearme_map_radius' => '20', 'nearme_map_zip' => '{local_zip}', 'omniture_cookie' => 'charleston-wv-cp', 'page-title-right' => '{module_Event Snapshot Newsletter Signup}', 'parks-image' => 'parks-warm-c', 'pilot_towns_banner_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/classic/happenings-rural-240x140.jpg', 'pumpkin-picking-image' => 'fall-fun-all-1-pumpkins', 'recommendation_form_email' => 'jgunderson-palmer@aarp.org,bekim@americantowns.com,katherine@americantowns.com', 'recreation-image' => 'rec-cool-b', 'restaurantform_email' => 'bmazur@aarp.org,bekim@americantowns.com', 'restaurant_radius' => '10,20,30', 'season-activities' => 'Walking, microbreweries ', 'season-image' => 'spring-fun-warm-m', 'seasonal_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/seasonal-big-t.jpg', 'seasonal_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/seasonal.jpg', 'seasonal_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/seasonal-t.jpg', 'season_header' => 'Spring Fun', 'season_title' => 'Spring', 'skiing_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/skiing-big-t.jpg', 'skiing_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/skiing.jpg', 'skiing_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/skiing-t.jpg', 'spring-fun-image' => 'spring-fun-warm-m', 'state_blog_header' => 'AARP State News', 'state_blog_name' => 'West Virginia', 'summer-fun-image' => 'summer-fun-warm-m', 'tas_state_link' => 'https://takeastand.aarp.org/congressional-action-chart/?state=West+Virginia', 'term' => 'in Charleston', 'thingstodo_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/things-to-do3-big-t.jpg', 'thingstodo_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/things-to-do3.jpg', 'thingstodo_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/things-to-do3-t.jpg', 'vcc_featured_image' => 'https://s3.amazonaws.com/local-aarp/img/vcc/featured/20210430_4C9F7646-96EC-4C88-960A-997CE34788BC.jpg', 'veterans-image' => 'veterans', 'video_tout_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/video-touts/san-antonio-video.png', 'vineyards-wineries-image' => 'wineries', 'volunteer-today-button' => '<span class="media-middle"> <a href="https://www.aarp.org/volunteer/virtual/?intcmp=CSN-LNK-AARPLOCAL-VOLINT-20210331-{local_tracking_code_town}-{local_tracking_code_state}" class="red btn" target="_blank">I WANT TO VOLUNTEER</a> </span>', 'volunteering-image' => 'volunteering-winter', 'volunteering-news-image' => 'volunteer-all-m-hands', 'volunteer_help_image' => 'volunteering-help-military-families', 'volunteer_help_link_name' => 'See Projects', 'volunteer_help_link_url' => 'https://www.createthegood.org/how-to-guides?intcmp=SNG-LNK-AARPLOCAL-VOLHTG-20140805-{local_tracking_code_town}-{local_tracking_code_state}', 'volunteer_help_subtitle' => 'Help Military Families', 'volunteer_help_title' => 'Do-It-Yourself Project Guides', 'winter-fun-image' => 'winter-fun-snow-c-ski', 'winterfun_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/winter-fun-big-t.jpg', 'winterfun_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/winter-fun.jpg', 'winterfun_pic_nav2' => '<li><a href="/{town_sef_url}/skiing/"><img src="{local_skiing_big_thumb}" title="Skiing"><span>Skiing</span></a></li>', 'winterfun_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/winter-fun-t.jpg', 'youtube_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/icons/youtube.png', 'news_link' => 'https://www.aarp.org/WV?intcmp=SNG-LNK-AARPLOCAL-BLOGWV-20140101', 'contactus_text' => 'West Virginia', 'contactus_email' => 'WVAARP@aarp.org ', 'contactus_link' => 'https://states.aarp.org/about-aarp-west-virginia/?intcmp=SNG-LNK-AARPLOCAL-CONTACT-20140101', 'facebook_link' => 'https://www.facebook.com/AARPWestVirginia', 'twitter_link' => 'https://twitter.com/aarpwv', 'state_contract_id' => '56037', 'state_blog_flag' => 'https://states.aarp.org/wp-content/themes/aarpstates/images/state_flags/west-virginia.png', 'state_blog_link' => 'https://states.aarp.org/region/west-virginia/', 'state_blog_rss' => 'https://states.aarp.org/region/west-virginia/feed', 'cold_state' => 'yes', 'embed_video_2' => '5763161969001', '2020_election_link' => 'https://local.aarp.org/news/how-to-vote-in-west-virginias-2020-election-what-you-need-to-know-wv-2020-08-05.html', 'State_Label' => 'West Virginia's', 'vaccine_url' => 'https://local.aarp.org/news/the-covid19-vaccine-distribution-plan-in-west-virginia-wv-2021-02-04.html', 'at_ski_resort' => 'y', 'state_capital' => 'charleston-wv', '2024_election_link' => 'https://states.aarp.org/west-virginia/election-voting-guide', '2024_election_link_es' => 'https://states.aarp.org/west-virginia/elecciones-guia-para-votar-virginia-occidental', 'advanced_directives_link' => 'https://www.caringinfo.org/wp-content/uploads/WestVirginia.pdf', 'full_state' => 'West Virginia', 'county' => 'Kanawha', 'geo' => array( (int) 0 => (float) -81.635398864746, (int) 1 => (float) 38.353298187256 ), 'latitude' => (float) 38.353298187256, 'longitude' => (float) -81.635398864746, 'city_state' => 'Charleston, WV', 'city_state_search' => 'Charleston WV,Charleton WV', 'pilot_name' => 'Charleston', 'pilot_sef_url' => 'charleston-wv', 'community_id' => (int) 72, 'community_name' => 'Charleston', 'community_state' => 'WV', 'community_region' => 'South', 'brightspot_region' => 'charleston-wv', 'title' => 'Charleston, WV', 'subtitle' => 'Highlighting {local_city} ', 'tracking_code_town' => 'CHARLESTON', 'tracking_code_state' => 'WV', 'ad_state' => 'wv', 'ad_city' => 'charleston', 'ad_region' => null, 'timezone' => 'America/New_York', 'type' => 'town', 'zip' => '25301', 'sef_url' => 'charleston-wv', 'americantowns_url' => 'https://www.americantowns.com/charleston-wv/', 'alt_names' => 'Charleston,Charleton', 'zipcodes' => array( (int) 0 => '25301', (int) 1 => '25302', (int) 2 => '25303', (int) 3 => '25304', (int) 4 => '25305', (int) 5 => '25306', (int) 6 => '25309', (int) 7 => '25311', (int) 8 => '25312', (int) 9 => '25313', (int) 10 => '25314', (int) 11 => '25315', (int) 12 => '25317', (int) 13 => '25320', (int) 14 => '25321', (int) 15 => '25322', (int) 16 => '25323', (int) 17 => '25324', (int) 18 => '25325', (int) 19 => '25326', (int) 20 => '25327', (int) 21 => '25328', (int) 22 => '25329', (int) 23 => '25330', (int) 24 => '25331', (int) 25 => '25332', (int) 26 => '25333', (int) 27 => '25334', (int) 28 => '25335', (int) 29 => '25336', (int) 30 => '25337', (int) 31 => '25338', (int) 32 => '25339', (int) 33 => '25350', (int) 34 => '25356', (int) 35 => '25357', (int) 36 => '25358', (int) 37 => '25360', (int) 38 => '25361', (int) 39 => '25362', (int) 40 => '25364', (int) 41 => '25365', (int) 42 => '25375', (int) 43 => '25387', (int) 44 => '25389', (int) 45 => '25392', (int) 46 => '25396' ), 'urls' => array( (int) 0 => 'charleston-wv', (int) 1 => 'charleton-wv', (int) 2 => 'big-chimney-wv', (int) 3 => 's-charleston-wv', (int) 4 => 'south-charleston-wv', (int) 5 => 'kanawha-city-wv', (int) 6 => 'malden-wv', (int) 7 => 'cross-lanes-wv', (int) 8 => 'chesapeake-wv', (int) 9 => 'marmet-wv', (int) 10 => 'wv-dept-of-motor-veh-wv', (int) 11 => 'sissonville-wv', (int) 12 => 'united-bank-wv', (int) 13 => 'verizon-wv' ), 'town_ids' => array( (int) 0 => '10525', (int) 1 => '10526', (int) 2 => '10527', (int) 3 => '10528', (int) 4 => '10529', (int) 5 => '10530', (int) 6 => '10531', (int) 7 => '10532', (int) 8 => '10533', (int) 9 => '10534', (int) 10 => '10535', (int) 11 => '10536', (int) 12 => '10537', (int) 13 => '10538', (int) 14 => '10539', (int) 15 => '10540', (int) 16 => '10541', (int) 17 => '10542', (int) 18 => '10543', (int) 19 => '10544', (int) 20 => '10545', (int) 21 => '10546', (int) 22 => '10547', (int) 23 => '10548', (int) 24 => '10549', (int) 25 => '10550', (int) 26 => '10551', (int) 27 => '10552', (int) 28 => '10553', (int) 29 => '10554', (int) 30 => '10555', (int) 31 => '10556', (int) 32 => '10557', (int) 33 => '10558', (int) 34 => '10559', (int) 35 => '10560', (int) 36 => '10561', (int) 37 => '10562', (int) 38 => '10563', (int) 39 => '10564', (int) 40 => '10565', (int) 41 => '10566', (int) 42 => '10567', (int) 43 => '10568', (int) 44 => '10569', (int) 45 => '10570', (int) 46 => '10571' ), 'has_happenings' => 'true', 'cvent_community_code' => 'wv-charleston' ) $callCake = true $matches = array( (int) 0 => array( (int) 0 => '{ifnot_slug==healthy-living/map} {module_RHS - AARP Events} {endif}', (int) 1 => 'slug==healthy-living/map', (int) 2 => ' {module_RHS - AARP Events} ' ) ) $match = array( (int) 0 => '{ifnot_slug==healthy-living/map} {module_RHS - AARP Events} {endif}', (int) 1 => 'slug==healthy-living/map', (int) 2 => ' {module_RHS - AARP Events} ' ) $token = 'slug' $keyword = 'healthy-living/map'</pre><pre class="stack-trace">Localize::replace() - APP/Lib/Localize.php, line 152 Modules::render() - APP/Lib/Modules.php, line 9 include - APP/View/Elements/display.ctp, line 13 View::_evaluate() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 971 View::_render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 933 View::render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 473 Controller::render() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, 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The best way to stop a scam is to spot the red flags!</i></b> <br><br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/d3/c2/001db645418b8d1f8cb141214b76/1-fwn-april-2025.png" alt="1. FWN April 2025.png" width="1080" height="1080" style="height: auto; max-width: 300px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><b>2024 Fraud Totals</b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.ftc.gov/reports/consumer-sentinel-network-data-book-2024" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>MORE RESOURCES</b></a></span></span><br>Fraud reached unprecedented levels in 2024, with a staggering $12.5 billion lost, a shocking increase of 25% over 2023. The number of reports remained stable from 2023 to 2024, but the percentage of reporters who had money stolen jumped from 27% to 38%.<br><br>Key Takeaways:<br></p><ul><li>Impostor scams continue to rise, with criminals impersonating trusted individuals, companies, or government agencies to deceive victims.</li><li>1 in 5 victims of impostor scams had money stolen from them, with an average loss of about $800 per person.</li><li>Many scams were tied to gift card purchases or cryptocurrency, with a total of $2.95 billion being stolen from consumers across the country.</li></ul><p>Email remained the most popular method for criminals to reach their victims, with a 25% increase in its use compared to last year.<br><br>These numbers are shocking, but the true extent of fraud is likely much higher, as a significant amount of fraud goes unreported. Last October, the FTC factored in underreporting from 2023, estimating that the $10.4 billion in losses reported to the agency that year was more like $158.3 billion.<br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/6c/16/4e0a29d840a799173d938702858b/2-fwn-april-2025.png" alt="2. FWN April 2025.png" width="1080" height="1080" style="height: auto; max-width: 300px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><b>Avoiding Fake Tax Preparers</b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/new-jersey/ag-platkin-high-alert-for-fraud-tax-season" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>MORE RESOURCES</b></a></span></span><br>April 15 is almost here, and many Americans are realizing that their plans to do their own taxes this year didn't work out. If you're one of them and looking for some last-minute help, here's what to look out for to avoid fraudulent tax preparers.<br><br>Pay attention to payment and promises. Tax scammers may ask for payment in cash up-front or ask to be paid a percentage of your return. Some might also promise a large return before they even see your paperwork. These are all red flags. No one can guarantee you a return nor should anyone be paid in advance or more than a standard fee.<br><br>Another warning sign is someone who avoids filling out their tax preparer ID or refuses to sign your return. Anyone who isn't willing to identify themselves on your tax forms or asks you to sign your tax return before it's completed shouldn't be trusted.<br><br>Tax season can be stressful, but resources are available at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.irs.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">IRS.gov</a></span></span> to help you find a reliable and safe professional to help you through it.<br><br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/71/4b/f09ad68f478097571cdaa59da9f9/3-fwn-april-2025.png" alt="3. FWN April 2025.png" width="1080" height="1080" style="height: auto; max-width: 300px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><b>TSA Deadlines & Real ID Scams</b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/info-2025/avoid-real-id-scams.html?intcmp=AE-FRDSC-MOR-R2-POS3" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>MORE RESOURCES</b></a></span></span><br><br>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. This change is based on a recommendation of the 9/11 Commission as a way to improve airline safety. Beware -- anytime there is a deadline there will also be scams.<br><br>Most Real ID scams will likely be <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/phishing/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">phishing</a></span></span> attempts that appear to be from a legitimate source, such as your state DMV or the federal Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Be wary of emails, texts or phone calls claiming to be from these agencies -- or another state agency -- and never click on links. These government offices will not contact you about Real ID. It is an optional license and is up to each individual to obtain it on their own.<br><br>For more information about obtaining a Real ID , contact your state or local DMV office or visit dhs.gov/<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><span class="Link">real-id</span></span></span>.<br><br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/19/f7/6aa4c89440a69db28975b6b0024b/4-fwn-april-2025.png" alt="4. FWN April 2025.png" width="1080" height="1080" style="height: auto; max-width: 300px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><b>How to Avoid Fake Check Scams</b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/fake-check-what-you-need-to-know/?intcmp=AE-FRDSC-MOR-R2-POS3" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>MORE RESOURCES</b></a></span></span><br>Several scams rely on convincing the target to deposit a check as a first step of the crime. They then convince the target to use the money in a specific way. For example, in some work-from-home scams, the “company” will send a check for deposit, and then once it “clears”, they direct the target to purchase needed office equipment from the company’s “catalogue”.<br><br>The catch? The check was fake and it bounced, and the equipment catalogue was fake, too. The money the target spent on “equipment” came from their own money. And, the equipment never comes.<br><br>Even though a check deposit may appear to be cleared on your banking app or website, the process can take several weeks. The criminals rely on most of us not knowing this, so they get us to deposit and then quickly transact against the deposit. When the check is determined to be fake, the target is out that money.<br><br>Be suspicious anytime someone wants to send a check that you then must act on with some immediacy – making purchases, paying a fee or sending funds to a third party for example.<br><b>_____________________________________________________</b><br><b>Be a fraud fighter! If you can <u>spot</u> a scam, you can <u>stop</u> a scam.</b><br><br><b>Report scams to local law enforcement. 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'' : 'none')">Context</a><pre id="cakeErr6800d952ee05b-code" class="cake-code-dump" style="display: none;"><code><span style="color: #000000"><span style="color: #0000BB"> </span><span style="color: #007700">if(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">strstr</span><span style="color: #007700">(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$match</span><span style="color: #007700">[</span><span style="color: #0000BB">1</span><span style="color: #007700">],</span><span style="color: #DD0000">'=='</span><span style="color: #007700">)) {</span></span></code> <code><span style="color: #000000"><span style="color: #0000BB"> </span><span style="color: #007700">list(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$token</span><span style="color: #007700">,</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$keyword</span><span style="color: #007700">) = </span><span style="color: #0000BB">explode</span><span style="color: #007700">(</span><span style="color: #DD0000">"=="</span><span style="color: #007700">,</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$match</span><span style="color: #007700">[</span><span style="color: #0000BB">1</span><span style="color: #007700">],</span><span style="color: #0000BB">2</span><span style="color: #007700">);</span></span></code> <span class="code-highlight"><code><span style="color: #000000"><span style="color: #0000BB"> $text </span><span style="color: #007700">= </span><span style="color: #0000BB">str_replace</span><span style="color: #007700">(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$match</span><span style="color: #007700">[</span><span style="color: #0000BB">0</span><span style="color: #007700">], (</span><span style="color: #0000BB">strtolower</span><span style="color: #007700">(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$town</span><span style="color: #007700">[</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$token</span><span style="color: #007700">]) != </span><span style="color: #0000BB">strtolower</span><span style="color: #007700">(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$keyword</span><span style="color: #007700">) ? </span><span style="color: #0000BB">self</span><span style="color: #007700">::</span><span style="color: #0000BB">replace</span><span style="color: #007700">(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$match</span><span style="color: #007700">[</span><span style="color: #0000BB">2</span><span style="color: #007700">], </span><span style="color: #0000BB">$town</span><span style="color: #007700">, </span><span style="color: #0000BB">$callCake</span><span style="color: #007700">): </span><span style="color: #DD0000">''</span><span style="color: #007700">), </span><span style="color: #0000BB">$text</span><span style="color: #007700">);</span></span></code></span></pre><pre id="cakeErr6800d952ee05b-context" class="cake-context" style="display: none;">$text = '<!--default--> <!-- module_RHS - AARP Events --> {ifnot_slug==healthy-living/map} {module_RHS - AARP Events} {endif} {module_RHS - Tout A} {module_RHS - Ad Slot 1} {module_RHS - Join AARP Today} {module_RHS - Ad Slot 2} {module_FB - State Side Panel} {module_RHS - State Contact Us}' $town = array( '_id' => '576180bb0c4e268f7f8bb897', 'city' => 'Charleston', 'state' => 'WV', 'nearby' => array( (int) 0 => array( 'city' => 'Charleston', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'charleston-wv' ), (int) 1 => array( 'city' => 'South Charleston', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'south-charleston-wv' ), (int) 2 => array( 'city' => 'Dunbar', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'dunbar-wv' ), (int) 3 => array( 'city' => 'Cross Lanes', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'cross-lanes-wv' ), (int) 4 => array( 'city' => 'Institute', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'institute-wv' ), (int) 5 => array( 'city' => 'Tad', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'tad-wv' ), (int) 6 => array( 'city' => 'Pinch', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'pinch-wv' ), (int) 7 => array( 'city' => 'Hernshaw', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'hernshaw-wv' ), (int) 8 => array( 'city' => 'Belle', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'belle-wv' ), (int) 9 => array( 'city' => 'Saint Albans', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'saint-albans-wv' ), (int) 10 => array( 'city' => 'Elkview', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'elkview-wv' ), (int) 11 => array( 'city' => 'Nitro', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'nitro-wv' ), (int) 12 => array( 'city' => 'Tornado', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'tornado-wv' ), (int) 13 => array( 'city' => 'Blount', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'blount-wv' ), (int) 14 => array( 'city' => 'Upper Falls', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'upper-falls-wv' ) ), 'local' => array( (int) 0 => 'charleston-wv', (int) 1 => 'south-charleston-wv', (int) 2 => 'dunbar-wv', (int) 3 => 'cross-lanes-wv', (int) 4 => 'institute-wv', (int) 5 => 'tad-wv', (int) 6 => 'pinch-wv', (int) 7 => 'hernshaw-wv', (int) 8 => 'belle-wv', (int) 9 => 'saint-albans-wv', (int) 10 => 'elkview-wv', (int) 11 => 'nitro-wv', (int) 12 => 'tornado-wv', (int) 13 => 'blount-wv', (int) 14 => 'upper-falls-wv', (int) 15 => 'blue-creek-wv', (int) 16 => 'winifrede-wv', (int) 17 => 'ashford-wv', (int) 18 => 'poca-wv' ), 'season' => 'spring', 'aarp-events-image' => 'aarp-events', 'amusement-parks-image' => 'amusement-warm-c', 'arts-entertainment-image' => 'arts-all-bm', 'asset_version' => '240925', 'beaches-lakes-image' => 'beaches-lakes-cool-c', 'billboard1_caption' => 'Spring', 'billboard1_image_url' => '{local_happenings-image}', 'billboard1_link_url' => '/{local_sef_url}/happenings/', 'billboard1_subtitle' => 'See the Real Possibilities', 'billboard1_thumb_title' => ' Happenings', 'billboard1_thumb_url' => '{local_happenings-image}', 'billboard1_title' => 'Get to know AARP in {local_city_c}', 'billboard2_image_url' => '{local_season-image}', 'billboard2_link_url' => '/{local_sef_url}/{local_season}-fun/', 'billboard2_subtitle' => 'Explore fun and interesting things to do this {local_season} near you!', 'billboard2_thumb_title' => '{local_season_header}', 'billboard2_thumb_url' => '{local_season-image}', 'billboard2_title' => 'Time for {local_season_header}!', 'billboard3_image_url' => '{local_volunteering-image}', 'billboard3_link_url' => '/{local_sef_url}/volunteering/', 'billboard3_subtitle' => 'Make a difference!', 'billboard3_thumb_title' => 'Volunteering', 'billboard3_thumb_url' => '{local_volunteering-image}', 'billboard3_title' => 'Volunteering lifts everyone's spirits', 'bvideo_name' => '{local_full_state_c}', 'city-select-image' => 'cityselect-spring', 'coffee-image' => 'coffee-warm-m', 'coffee_radius' => '10', 'community_blogs_archive' => 'charleston-wv', 'community_blogs_list' => 'caregiving,healthy-living,savings-and-planning,work-and-jobs,life-reimagined,all,{local_state},charleston-wv', 'connect_town_groups' => '[{ "towns": { "atlanta-ga": { "name": "Atlanta, GA", "path": "/atlanta-ga/fight-fraud/" }, "chicago-il": { "name": "Chicago, IL", "path": "/chicago-il/fight-fraud/" }, "los-angeles-ca": { "name": "Los Angeles, CA", "path": "/los-angeles-ca/fight-fraud/" }, "new-york-ny": { "name": "New York City, NY", "path": "/new-york-ny/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "phoenix-az": { "name": "Phoenix, AZ", "path": "/phoenix-az/fight-fraud/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP1" }, { "towns": { "baltimore-md": { "name": "Baltimore Metro, MD", "path": "/baltimore-md/fight-fraud/" }, "dallas-tx": { "name": "Dallas, TX", "path": "/dallas-tx/fight-fraud/" }, "denver-co": { "name": "Denver, CO", "path": "/denver-co/fight-fraud/" }, "detroit-mi": { "name": "Detroit, MI", "path": "/detroit-mi/fight-fraud/" }, "orlando-fl": { "name": "Central Florida, FL", "path": "/orlando-fl/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "houston-tx": { "name": "Houston, TX", "path": "/houston-tx/fight-fraud/" }, "brookhaven-ny": { "name": "Long Island, NY", "path": "/brookhaven-ny/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "san-diego-ca": { "name": "San Diego County, CA", "path": "/san-diego-ca/fight-fraud/" }, "miami-fl": { "name": "South Florida, FL", "path": "/miami-fl/fight-fraud/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP2" }, { "towns": { "charlotte-nc": { "name": "Charlotte, NC", "path": "/charlotte-nc/aarp-events/" }, "boston-ma": { "name": "Greater Boston, MA", "path": "/boston-ma/aarp-events/?showtowns=true" }, "indianapolis-in": { "name": "Indianapolis, IN", "path": "/indianapolis-in/aarp-events/" }, "las-vegas-nv": { "name": "Las Vegas, NV", "path": "/las-vegas-nv/aarp-events/" }, "philadelphia-pa": { "name": "Philadelphia, PA", "path": "/philadelphia-pa/aarp-events/" }, "pittsburgh-pa": { "name": "Pittsburgh, PA", "path": "/pittsburgh-pa/aarp-events/" }, "portland-or": { "name": "Portland Metro, OR", "path": "/portland-or/aarp-events/" }, "seattle-wa": { "name": "Seattle, WA", "path": "/seattle-wa/aarp-events/" }, "saint-louis-mo": { "name": "St Louis, MO", "path": "/saint-louis-mo/aarp-events/" }, "minneapolis-mn": { "name": "Twin Cities, MN", "path": "/minneapolis-mn/aarp-events/?showtowns=true" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP3" }, { "towns": { "new-orleans-la": { "name": "Greater New Orleans, LA", "path": "/new-orleans-la/fight-fraud/" 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line 963 AppController::renderPage() - APP/Controller/AppController.php, line 136 BlogsController::display() - APP/Controller/BlogsController.php, line 81 ReflectionMethod::invokeArgs() - [internal], line ?? Controller::invokeAction() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 491 Dispatcher::_invoke() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 193 Dispatcher::dispatch() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 167 [main] - APP/webroot/index.php, line 118</pre></div></pre><div class="module clearfix"><!--default--> <!-- module_RHS - AARP Events --> <div class="ar-basic-box module-spacer"> <header> <div class="pull-right"> <a href="/charleston-wv/aarp-events/" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-SEEALL-EVENTS"> <img style="width:30px;" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/icons/aarp_event_icon.png" alt="Upcoming AARP Events" /> </a> </div> <h2 class="visible-lg">AARP Events for Charleston</h2> <h2 class="hidden-lg">AARP Events for Charleston</h2> </header> <div class="wrap"> <div class="ar-listing snippet"> <ul class="list"> <li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/aarp-event/aarp-live-cybercrime-and-fraud-prevention-tips-42125-9vn8twf4ts8.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-LIVE-CYBERCRIME-AND-FRAUD-PREVENTION-TIPS-42125">AARP Live: Cybercrime and Fraud Prevention Tips, 4/21/25</a></h2> <p class="time">Monday, Apr 21, 2025 at 8:00 p.m. ET</p> <p class="venue"></p> <p class="loc">Online Event</p> </li><li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/aarp-event/aarp-live-decluttering-for-today-and-tomorrow-51925-87nw6zdbytm.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-LIVE-DECLUTTERING-FOR-TODAY-AND-TOMORROW-51925">AARP Live: Decluttering for Today and Tomorrow , 5/19/25</a></h2> <p class="time">Monday, May 19, 2025 at 8:00 p.m. ET</p> <p class="venue"></p> <p class="loc">Online Event</p> </li><li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/aarp-event/aarp-live-social-security-whats-right-for-you-61625-glnbkkyk2gm.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-LIVE-SOCIAL-SECURITY-WHATS-RIGHT-FOR-YOU-61625">AARP Live: Social Security: What’s Right For You? , 6/16/25</a></h2> <p class="time">Monday, Jun 16, 2025 at 8:00 p.m. ET</p> <p class="venue"></p> <p class="loc">Online Event</p> </li> </ul> <p><a class="link-red" href="/charleston-wv/aarp-events/" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-SEEALL-EVENTS">View All AARP Events<i class="ml-1 fas fa-chevron-right"></i></a></p> </div> </div> </div> <div aria-hidden="true" class="aarpe-ad-wrapper"> <div class="aarpe-ad en clearfix" id="300x250_53475" data-adsize="300x250"> <script type="text/javascript"> if(typeof AARP.ads !== 'undefined'){ AARP.ads.slots({ id:'300x250_53475', size:'300x250'}); } </script> </div> </div> <div class="card-tout card-dark membership-tout" style="margin:0 0 30px 0;height:360px;"> <img class="img-responsive image" title="image of two AARP membership cards" alt="image of two AARP membership cards" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/tout-two-cards.png"> <div class="title">Last Chance to Save!<br />New Pricing Coming in 2025.</div> <br /> <p> This is AARP's first rate increase in 15 years.<br />Don't miss out, join today and save!<br /><br /> </p> <div class="action"> <a class="btn" href="https://appsec.aarp.org/mem/join?campaignid=UAJFT3&intcmp=LNK-CSN-AARPLOCAL-JRTOUT-RR-A-CHARLESTON-WV">Join AARP</a> <div class="body">Already a member? <a href="https://appsec.aarp.org/mem/renew?campaignid= UARFT3&intcmp=LNK-CSN-AARPLOCAL-JRTOUT-RR-A-CHARLESTON-WV">Renew</a> or <a href="https://www.aarp.org/benefits-discounts/my-membership/print-your-card/">Print Card</a></div> </div> </div> <style> .membership-tout {padding:16px 20px;} .membership-tout .list li { margin: 0; } </style> <div aria-hidden="true" class="aarpe-ad-wrapper"> <div class="aarpe-ad en clearfix" id="300x250_93505" data-adsize="300x250"> <script type="text/javascript"> if(typeof AARP.ads !== 'undefined'){ AARP.ads.slots({ id:'300x250_93505', size:'300x250'}); } </script> </div> </div> <div class="module-spacer text-center"> <div class="fb-page" alt="Image of AARP West Virginia Facebook Page" title="Image of AARP West Virginia Facebook Page" data-href="https://www.facebook.com/AARPWestVirginia" data-tabs="timeline" width="" height="" data-small-header="false" data-adapt-container-width="true" data-hide-cover="false" data-show-facepile="true"> <blockquote cite="https://www.facebook.com/AARPWestVirginia" class="fb-xfbml-parse-ignore"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/AARPWestVirginia">Facebook</a></blockquote> </div> </div> <div class="ar-basic-box module-spacer"> <header> <h2>Contact AARP <br />in Charleston</h2> </header> <div class="wrap"> <div class="ar-quick-list module-spacer"> <ul class="list-unstyled"> <li><i class="list-icon fa fa-envelope" alt="Email icon" title="Email icon" aria-hidden="true"></i><a href="mailto:WVAARP@aarp.org " target="_blank" rel="noopener">WVAARP@aarp.org </a></li> <li><i class="list-icon fa fa-globe" alt="Globe icon" title="Globe icon" aria-hidden="true"></i><a href="https://states.aarp.org/region/west-virginia/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">AARP West Virginia</a></li> <li><i class="list-icon fa fa-map-marker" alt="Map Marker icon" title="Map Marker icon" aria-hidden="true"></i><a href="https://states.aarp.org/about-aarp-west-virginia/?intcmp=SNG-LNK-AARPLOCAL-CONTACT-20140101-CHARLESTON-WV" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Contact Us</a></li> </ul> </div> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/AARPWestVirginia" target="_blank" rel="noopener" aria-label="Open Facebook"><img style="max-width: 48px;" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/page/icons/facebook.png" alt="Facebook icon" title="Facebook icon"></a> <a href="https://twitter.com/aarpwv" target="_blank" rel="noopener" aria-label="Open Twitter"><img style="max-width: 48px;" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/page/icons/twitter.png" alt="Twitter icon" title="Twitter icon"></a> </div> </div> </div></div> <div class="col-md-8 left-rail left-bot"></div> <div class="col-md-4 right-rail right-bot thin-rhs"></div> </div> <div class="row oneColumnLayout"> </div> <div class="row oneColumnLayout"> <div class="col-md-12"><!-- script to activate navbar --> <script type="text/javascript"> jQuery(".channelBarMain ul.left li a").click(function() { window.location = jQuery(this).attr('href'); }); </script> </div> </div> ' $scripts_for_layout = '<title>SCAM ALERT: Be on the Lookout for These Scams in April 2025</title> <meta name="page_title" content="SCAM ALERT: Be on the Lookout for These Scams in April 2025"/> <meta name="robots" content="noindex, nofollow"/> <meta content="Scammers are criminals. 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Warning (2): include() [<a href='http://php.net/function.include'>function.include</a>]: Failed opening '/var/www/vhosts/vcc_staging/app/Resource/aarp2_master.bodyTargeting.html' for inclusion (include_path='/var/www/vhosts/vcc_staging/lib:.:/usr/share/pear:/usr/share/php') [APP/View/Layouts/aarp_2023.ctp, line 243]Code Context<?php if (!$nowrapper): // MLW - Spanish wrappers TBDinclude (APP . "Resource/aarp2_master.footer.html");include (APP . "Resource/aarp2_master.bodyTargeting.html");$viewFile = '/var/www/vhosts/vcc_staging/app/View/Layouts/aarp_2023.ctp' $dataForView = array( 'content_for_layout' => '<div class="row twoColumnLayout"> <div class="col-md-8 left-rail"><div class="module clearfix"><div class="ar-basic-box"> <div> <div class="module-spacer"> <header><h1 class="article-headline">SCAM ALERT: Be on the Lookout for These Scams in April 2025</h1></header> <div class="posted-on"> Posted on 04/01/25 </div> </div> <div class="module-spacer"> <span class="blog-content"><p><div class="RichTextArticleBody"> <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><p><b><i>Scammers are criminals. The best way to stop a scam is to spot the red flags!</i></b> <br><br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/d3/c2/001db645418b8d1f8cb141214b76/1-fwn-april-2025.png" alt="1. FWN April 2025.png" width="1080" height="1080" style="height: auto; max-width: 300px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><b>2024 Fraud Totals</b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.ftc.gov/reports/consumer-sentinel-network-data-book-2024" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>MORE RESOURCES</b></a></span></span><br>Fraud reached unprecedented levels in 2024, with a staggering $12.5 billion lost, a shocking increase of 25% over 2023. The number of reports remained stable from 2023 to 2024, but the percentage of reporters who had money stolen jumped from 27% to 38%.<br><br>Key Takeaways:<br></p><ul><li>Impostor scams continue to rise, with criminals impersonating trusted individuals, companies, or government agencies to deceive victims.</li><li>1 in 5 victims of impostor scams had money stolen from them, with an average loss of about $800 per person.</li><li>Many scams were tied to gift card purchases or cryptocurrency, with a total of $2.95 billion being stolen from consumers across the country.</li></ul><p>Email remained the most popular method for criminals to reach their victims, with a 25% increase in its use compared to last year.<br><br>These numbers are shocking, but the true extent of fraud is likely much higher, as a significant amount of fraud goes unreported. Last October, the FTC factored in underreporting from 2023, estimating that the $10.4 billion in losses reported to the agency that year was more like $158.3 billion.<br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/6c/16/4e0a29d840a799173d938702858b/2-fwn-april-2025.png" alt="2. FWN April 2025.png" width="1080" height="1080" style="height: auto; max-width: 300px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><b>Avoiding Fake Tax Preparers</b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/new-jersey/ag-platkin-high-alert-for-fraud-tax-season" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>MORE RESOURCES</b></a></span></span><br>April 15 is almost here, and many Americans are realizing that their plans to do their own taxes this year didn't work out. If you're one of them and looking for some last-minute help, here's what to look out for to avoid fraudulent tax preparers.<br><br>Pay attention to payment and promises. Tax scammers may ask for payment in cash up-front or ask to be paid a percentage of your return. Some might also promise a large return before they even see your paperwork. These are all red flags. No one can guarantee you a return nor should anyone be paid in advance or more than a standard fee.<br><br>Another warning sign is someone who avoids filling out their tax preparer ID or refuses to sign your return. Anyone who isn't willing to identify themselves on your tax forms or asks you to sign your tax return before it's completed shouldn't be trusted.<br><br>Tax season can be stressful, but resources are available at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.irs.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">IRS.gov</a></span></span> to help you find a reliable and safe professional to help you through it.<br><br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/71/4b/f09ad68f478097571cdaa59da9f9/3-fwn-april-2025.png" alt="3. FWN April 2025.png" width="1080" height="1080" style="height: auto; max-width: 300px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><b>TSA Deadlines & Real ID Scams</b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/info-2025/avoid-real-id-scams.html?intcmp=AE-FRDSC-MOR-R2-POS3" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>MORE RESOURCES</b></a></span></span><br><br>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. This change is based on a recommendation of the 9/11 Commission as a way to improve airline safety. Beware -- anytime there is a deadline there will also be scams.<br><br>Most Real ID scams will likely be <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/phishing/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">phishing</a></span></span> attempts that appear to be from a legitimate source, such as your state DMV or the federal Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Be wary of emails, texts or phone calls claiming to be from these agencies -- or another state agency -- and never click on links. These government offices will not contact you about Real ID. It is an optional license and is up to each individual to obtain it on their own.<br><br>For more information about obtaining a Real ID , contact your state or local DMV office or visit dhs.gov/<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><span class="Link">real-id</span></span></span>.<br><br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/19/f7/6aa4c89440a69db28975b6b0024b/4-fwn-april-2025.png" alt="4. FWN April 2025.png" width="1080" height="1080" style="height: auto; max-width: 300px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><b>How to Avoid Fake Check Scams</b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/fake-check-what-you-need-to-know/?intcmp=AE-FRDSC-MOR-R2-POS3" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>MORE RESOURCES</b></a></span></span><br>Several scams rely on convincing the target to deposit a check as a first step of the crime. They then convince the target to use the money in a specific way. For example, in some work-from-home scams, the “company” will send a check for deposit, and then once it “clears”, they direct the target to purchase needed office equipment from the company’s “catalogue”.<br><br>The catch? The check was fake and it bounced, and the equipment catalogue was fake, too. The money the target spent on “equipment” came from their own money. And, the equipment never comes.<br><br>Even though a check deposit may appear to be cleared on your banking app or website, the process can take several weeks. The criminals rely on most of us not knowing this, so they get us to deposit and then quickly transact against the deposit. When the check is determined to be fake, the target is out that money.<br><br>Be suspicious anytime someone wants to send a check that you then must act on with some immediacy – making purchases, paying a fee or sending funds to a third party for example.<br><b>_____________________________________________________</b><br><b>Be a fraud fighter! If you can <u>spot</u> a scam, you can <u>stop</u> a scam.</b><br><br><b>Report scams to local law enforcement. For help from AARP, call 877-908-3360 or visit the AARP Fraud Watch Network at </b><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://www.aarp.org/fraudwatchnetwork" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>www.aarp.org/fraudwatchnetwork</b></a></span></span></p></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> </div> </div><div class="module clearfix"><script src="https://npmcdn.com/flickity@2/dist/flickity.pkgd.min.js"></script> <script src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.d703996ba6a992470f9f7fa2170736df.gz.js"></script> <link class="Webpack-css" rel="stylesheet" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.2cef3303b65f09149a6db29044f033cb.gz.css"> <!-- <script src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.c85a242a55150cd195e494cd6e5b9c77.gz.js" async=""></script> <link rel="stylesheet" media="all" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.bfe6eb5a8301841feef3af4e9bd1e26d.gz.css"> --> <!-- bypass --> <style> a:focus, a:hover { text-decoration: underline; } h1.article-headline { margin: 0 0 1rem; } </style> <!-- <style> .Enhancement-item .Figure { margin-bottom: 24px; } .RichTextArticleBody-body ul { margin-bottom: 24px; } .RichTextArticleBody-body p{ margin: 12px 0; } .RichTextModule-items { clear: both; display: table; width: 100%; margin-bottom: 12px; } .VideoEnhancement>* { color: var(--primaryTextColor); font-size: 13px; font-weight: 400; line-height: 1.4; font-style: italic; background: #f0efed } @media only screen and (min-width: 768px) { .VideoEnhancement>* { font-size:14px; font-weight: 400; line-height: 1.47 } } .VideoEnhancement-title { padding: 20px } @media only screen and (min-width: 768px) { .VideoEnhancement-title { padding:30px } } .VideoEnhancement-player>* { position: relative; width: 100%; height: 0; padding-bottom: 56.25% } .VideoEnhancement iframe { border: 0; position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100% } [data-video-player] { display: block; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; margin: 0 auto; } [data-video-player][data-aspect-ratio="4x3"] { padding-bottom: 56.25%; } [data-video-player][data-aspect-ratio="16x9"] { padding-bottom: 56.25% } </style> --></div><div class="module clearfix"><div class="module-spacer tout-homefit-750"> <a data-formelementid="CSN-LOCAL-HC-NEWSSK-02272024" href="/charleston-wv/home-and-community/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-HC-NEWSSK-02272024"><img class="img-responsive" alt="Explore the free AARP HomeFit Guide" title="Explore the free AARP HomeFit Guide" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/touts/HomeFit_750x150.png"></a> </div></div></div> <div class="col-md-4 right-rail thin-rhs"><pre class="cake-error"><a href="javascript:void(0);" onclick="document.getElementById('cakeErr6800d952ee05b-trace').style.display = (document.getElementById('cakeErr6800d952ee05b-trace').style.display == 'none' ? 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{module_FB - State Side Panel} {module_RHS - State Contact Us}' $town = array( '_id' => '576180bb0c4e268f7f8bb897', 'city' => 'Charleston', 'state' => 'WV', 'nearby' => array( (int) 0 => array( 'city' => 'Charleston', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'charleston-wv' ), (int) 1 => array( 'city' => 'South Charleston', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'south-charleston-wv' ), (int) 2 => array( 'city' => 'Dunbar', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'dunbar-wv' ), (int) 3 => array( 'city' => 'Cross Lanes', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'cross-lanes-wv' ), (int) 4 => array( 'city' => 'Institute', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'institute-wv' ), (int) 5 => array( 'city' => 'Tad', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'tad-wv' ), (int) 6 => array( 'city' => 'Pinch', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'pinch-wv' ), (int) 7 => array( 'city' => 'Hernshaw', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'hernshaw-wv' ), (int) 8 => array( 'city' => 'Belle', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'belle-wv' ), (int) 9 => array( 'city' => 'Saint Albans', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'saint-albans-wv' ), (int) 10 => array( 'city' => 'Elkview', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'elkview-wv' ), (int) 11 => array( 'city' => 'Nitro', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'nitro-wv' ), (int) 12 => array( 'city' => 'Tornado', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'tornado-wv' ), (int) 13 => array( 'city' => 'Blount', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'blount-wv' ), (int) 14 => array( 'city' => 'Upper Falls', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'upper-falls-wv' ) ), 'local' => array( (int) 0 => 'charleston-wv', (int) 1 => 'south-charleston-wv', (int) 2 => 'dunbar-wv', (int) 3 => 'cross-lanes-wv', (int) 4 => 'institute-wv', (int) 5 => 'tad-wv', (int) 6 => 'pinch-wv', (int) 7 => 'hernshaw-wv', (int) 8 => 'belle-wv', (int) 9 => 'saint-albans-wv', (int) 10 => 'elkview-wv', (int) 11 => 'nitro-wv', (int) 12 => 'tornado-wv', (int) 13 => 'blount-wv', (int) 14 => 'upper-falls-wv', (int) 15 => 'blue-creek-wv', (int) 16 => 'winifrede-wv', (int) 17 => 'ashford-wv', (int) 18 => 'poca-wv' ), 'season' => 'spring', 'aarp-events-image' => 'aarp-events', 'amusement-parks-image' => 'amusement-warm-c', 'arts-entertainment-image' => 'arts-all-bm', 'asset_version' => '240925', 'beaches-lakes-image' => 'beaches-lakes-cool-c', 'billboard1_caption' => 'Spring', 'billboard1_image_url' => '{local_happenings-image}', 'billboard1_link_url' => '/{local_sef_url}/happenings/', 'billboard1_subtitle' => 'See the Real Possibilities', 'billboard1_thumb_title' => ' Happenings', 'billboard1_thumb_url' => '{local_happenings-image}', 'billboard1_title' => 'Get to know AARP in {local_city_c}', 'billboard2_image_url' => '{local_season-image}', 'billboard2_link_url' => '/{local_sef_url}/{local_season}-fun/', 'billboard2_subtitle' => 'Explore fun and interesting things to do this {local_season} near you!', 'billboard2_thumb_title' => '{local_season_header}', 'billboard2_thumb_url' => '{local_season-image}', 'billboard2_title' => 'Time for {local_season_header}!', 'billboard3_image_url' => '{local_volunteering-image}', 'billboard3_link_url' => '/{local_sef_url}/volunteering/', 'billboard3_subtitle' => 'Make a difference!', 'billboard3_thumb_title' => 'Volunteering', 'billboard3_thumb_url' => '{local_volunteering-image}', 'billboard3_title' => 'Volunteering lifts everyone's spirits', 'bvideo_name' => '{local_full_state_c}', 'city-select-image' => 'cityselect-spring', 'coffee-image' => 'coffee-warm-m', 'coffee_radius' => '10', 'community_blogs_archive' => 'charleston-wv', 'community_blogs_list' => 'caregiving,healthy-living,savings-and-planning,work-and-jobs,life-reimagined,all,{local_state},charleston-wv', 'connect_town_groups' => '[{ "towns": { "atlanta-ga": { "name": "Atlanta, GA", "path": "/atlanta-ga/fight-fraud/" }, "chicago-il": { "name": "Chicago, IL", "path": "/chicago-il/fight-fraud/" }, "los-angeles-ca": { "name": "Los Angeles, CA", "path": "/los-angeles-ca/fight-fraud/" }, "new-york-ny": { "name": "New York City, NY", "path": "/new-york-ny/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "phoenix-az": { "name": "Phoenix, AZ", "path": "/phoenix-az/fight-fraud/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP1" }, { "towns": { "baltimore-md": { "name": "Baltimore Metro, MD", "path": "/baltimore-md/fight-fraud/" }, "dallas-tx": { "name": "Dallas, TX", "path": "/dallas-tx/fight-fraud/" }, "denver-co": { "name": "Denver, CO", "path": "/denver-co/fight-fraud/" }, "detroit-mi": { "name": "Detroit, MI", "path": "/detroit-mi/fight-fraud/" }, "orlando-fl": { "name": "Central Florida, FL", "path": "/orlando-fl/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "houston-tx": { "name": "Houston, TX", "path": "/houston-tx/fight-fraud/" }, "brookhaven-ny": { "name": "Long Island, NY", "path": "/brookhaven-ny/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "san-diego-ca": { "name": "San Diego County, CA", "path": "/san-diego-ca/fight-fraud/" }, "miami-fl": { "name": "South Florida, FL", "path": "/miami-fl/fight-fraud/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP2" }, { "towns": { "charlotte-nc": { "name": "Charlotte, NC", "path": "/charlotte-nc/aarp-events/" }, "boston-ma": { "name": "Greater Boston, MA", "path": "/boston-ma/aarp-events/?showtowns=true" }, "indianapolis-in": { "name": "Indianapolis, IN", "path": "/indianapolis-in/aarp-events/" }, "las-vegas-nv": { "name": "Las Vegas, NV", "path": "/las-vegas-nv/aarp-events/" }, "philadelphia-pa": { "name": "Philadelphia, PA", "path": "/philadelphia-pa/aarp-events/" }, "pittsburgh-pa": { "name": "Pittsburgh, PA", "path": "/pittsburgh-pa/aarp-events/" }, "portland-or": { "name": "Portland Metro, OR", "path": "/portland-or/aarp-events/" }, "seattle-wa": { "name": "Seattle, WA", "path": "/seattle-wa/aarp-events/" }, "saint-louis-mo": { "name": "St Louis, MO", "path": "/saint-louis-mo/aarp-events/" }, "minneapolis-mn": { "name": "Twin Cities, MN", "path": "/minneapolis-mn/aarp-events/?showtowns=true" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP3" }, { "towns": { "new-orleans-la": { "name": "Greater New Orleans, LA", "path": "/new-orleans-la/fight-fraud/" }, "hartford-ct": { "name": "Hartford, CT", "path": "/hartford-ct/fight-fraud/" }, "little-rock-ar": { "name": "Little Rock, AR", "path": "/little-rock-ar/fight-fraud/" }, "oahu-hi": { "name": "Oahu, HI", "path": "/oahu-hi/fight-fraud/" }, "omaha-ne": { "name": "Omaham, NE", "path": "/omaha-ne/fight-fraud/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP4" }, { "towns": { "des-moines-ia": { "name": "Des Moines, IA", "path": "/des-moines-ia/aarp-events/" }, "fargo-nd": { "name": "Fargo, ND", "path": "/fargo-nd/aarp-events/" }, "allentown-pa": { "name": "Lehigh Valley, PA", "path": "/allentown-pa/aarp-events/?showtowns=true" }, "dale-city-va": { "name": "Prince William County, VA", "path": "/dale-city-va/aarp-events/" }, "worcester-ma": { "name": "Worcester County, MA", "path": "/worcester-ma/aarp-events/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP5" }, { "towns": { "charleston-wv": { "name": "Charleston, WV", "path": "/charleston-wv/aarp-events/" }, "helena-mt": { "name": "Lewis and Clark County, MT", "path": "/helena-mt/aarp-events/" }, "manchester-nh": { "name": "New Hampshire, NH", "path": "/manchester-nh/aarp-events/" }, "providence-ri": { "name": "Providence, RI", "path": "/providence-ri/aarp-events/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP6" }]', 'cvent_display_module' => 'false', 'cvent_widget_city' => '{local_city_state}', 'embed_video' => '<iframe width="100%" height="349" src="//players.brightcove.net/3772599298001/HkD6Qklb_default/index.html?videoId={local_embed_video_2}" allowfullscreen frameborder="0"></iframe>', 'espanol-news-header' => 'Noticias de {local_city}', 'espanol-news-image' => 'losangeles-spanish', 'events-image' => 'events-all', 'events_careversation_group_min' => '8', 'events_driversafety_group_min' => '8', 'events_index_slot1' => '{module_Cvent New Widget Section 3}', 'events_tek_group_min' => '8', 'event_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/responsive/events-all-1140x655.jpg', 'event_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/event.jpg', 'event_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/event-t.jpg', 'fall-fun-image' => 'fall-fun-cool-c', 'fallfun_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/fall-fun10-big-t.jpg', 'fallfun_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/fall-fun10.jpg', 'fallfun_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/fall-fun10-t.jpg', 'farmers-markets-image' => 'farmers-markets-c', 'find_it_fast_link_url' => 'jobs', 'find_it_fast_title' => 'Work & Jobs', 'gfg-image' => 'gfg-warm-c-2', 'google_disclaimer' => '<p><b>Please note:</b> These listings are provided via Google for the {local_city} community. <b>Listings here do NOT imply that an AARP member discount is offered.</b> Please see the <a href="https://www.aarp.org/benefits-discounts/" target="_blank">AARP Membership & Benefits page</a> for a listing of businesses that do provide a member discount.</p>', 'happenings-image' => 'happenings-rural', 'happenings-tbd-pilot-text' => '<h2><span>Discover everything you can do with AARP</span></h2> <h3><span>See fun events, local offers, and more right where you live.</span></h3>', 'happenings_default_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/responsive/aarp-default-rp-min.png', 'happenings_gold_slug_line_10up' => 'AARP in {local_community_name}', 'happenings_gold_slug_line_state' => 'AARP in {local_full_state}', 'happenings_gold_slug_line_state_es' => 'AARP en Virginia Occidental', 'happenings_heading' => '{local_city} Happenings', 'happenings_twitter_header' => 'More from {local_city}', 'hiking-image' => 'hiking-cool-c', 'hiking_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/hiking4-big-t.jpg', 'hiking_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/hiking4.jpg', 'hiking_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/hiking4-t.jpg', 'home_events_slot1' => '{module_Cvent New Widget Section}', 'home_events_slot2' => '{module_HP - Blog - Learn More}', 'home_intro_text' => '<p> Select your community from the list below to learn about great programs, stimulating things to do, local services, discounts and more! </p>', 'hp-event-tout' => '{if_facebook_link}<div class="module-spacer text-center"> <div class="fb-page" data-href="{local_facebook_link}" data-tabs="timeline" data-small-header="false" data-adapt-container-width="true" data-hide-cover="false" data-show-facepile="true"><blockquote cite="{local_facebook_link}" class="fb-xfbml-parse-ignore"><a href="{local_facebook_link}">Facebook</a></blockquote></div></div> {endif}', 'ice_skating_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/responsive/ice-skating-all-1140x655.jpg', 'ice_skating_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/ice-skating.jpg', 'ice_skating_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/ice-skating-t.jpg', 'image_url' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/working-for-you.jpeg', 'jobs_widget_city' => '{local_city_c}', 'm2mredirect' => 'True', 'movies-image' => 'movies-all-c', 'movies_robots' => 'index, follow', 'name' => 'In Your Community', 'nature_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/nature-center2-big-t.jpg', 'nature_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/nature-center2.jpg', 'nature_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/nature-center2-t.jpg', 'nearme_map_radius' => '20', 'nearme_map_zip' => '{local_zip}', 'omniture_cookie' => 'charleston-wv-cp', 'page-title-right' => '{module_Event Snapshot Newsletter Signup}', 'parks-image' => 'parks-warm-c', 'pilot_towns_banner_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/classic/happenings-rural-240x140.jpg', 'pumpkin-picking-image' => 'fall-fun-all-1-pumpkins', 'recommendation_form_email' => 'jgunderson-palmer@aarp.org,bekim@americantowns.com,katherine@americantowns.com', 'recreation-image' => 'rec-cool-b', 'restaurantform_email' => 'bmazur@aarp.org,bekim@americantowns.com', 'restaurant_radius' => '10,20,30', 'season-activities' => 'Walking, microbreweries ', 'season-image' => 'spring-fun-warm-m', 'seasonal_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/seasonal-big-t.jpg', 'seasonal_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/seasonal.jpg', 'seasonal_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/seasonal-t.jpg', 'season_header' => 'Spring Fun', 'season_title' => 'Spring', 'skiing_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/skiing-big-t.jpg', 'skiing_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/skiing.jpg', 'skiing_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/skiing-t.jpg', 'spring-fun-image' => 'spring-fun-warm-m', 'state_blog_header' => 'AARP State News', 'state_blog_name' => 'West Virginia', 'summer-fun-image' => 'summer-fun-warm-m', 'tas_state_link' => 'https://takeastand.aarp.org/congressional-action-chart/?state=West+Virginia', 'term' => 'in Charleston', 'thingstodo_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/things-to-do3-big-t.jpg', 'thingstodo_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/things-to-do3.jpg', 'thingstodo_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/things-to-do3-t.jpg', 'vcc_featured_image' => 'https://s3.amazonaws.com/local-aarp/img/vcc/featured/20210430_4C9F7646-96EC-4C88-960A-997CE34788BC.jpg', 'veterans-image' => 'veterans', 'video_tout_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/video-touts/san-antonio-video.png', 'vineyards-wineries-image' => 'wineries', 'volunteer-today-button' => '<span class="media-middle"> <a href="https://www.aarp.org/volunteer/virtual/?intcmp=CSN-LNK-AARPLOCAL-VOLINT-20210331-{local_tracking_code_town}-{local_tracking_code_state}" class="red btn" target="_blank">I WANT TO VOLUNTEER</a> </span>', 'volunteering-image' => 'volunteering-winter', 'volunteering-news-image' => 'volunteer-all-m-hands', 'volunteer_help_image' => 'volunteering-help-military-families', 'volunteer_help_link_name' => 'See Projects', 'volunteer_help_link_url' => 'https://www.createthegood.org/how-to-guides?intcmp=SNG-LNK-AARPLOCAL-VOLHTG-20140805-{local_tracking_code_town}-{local_tracking_code_state}', 'volunteer_help_subtitle' => 'Help Military Families', 'volunteer_help_title' => 'Do-It-Yourself Project Guides', 'winter-fun-image' => 'winter-fun-snow-c-ski', 'winterfun_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/winter-fun-big-t.jpg', 'winterfun_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/winter-fun.jpg', 'winterfun_pic_nav2' => '<li><a href="/{town_sef_url}/skiing/"><img src="{local_skiing_big_thumb}" title="Skiing"><span>Skiing</span></a></li>', 'winterfun_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/winter-fun-t.jpg', 'youtube_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/icons/youtube.png', 'news_link' => 'https://www.aarp.org/WV?intcmp=SNG-LNK-AARPLOCAL-BLOGWV-20140101', 'contactus_text' => 'West Virginia', 'contactus_email' => 'WVAARP@aarp.org ', 'contactus_link' => 'https://states.aarp.org/about-aarp-west-virginia/?intcmp=SNG-LNK-AARPLOCAL-CONTACT-20140101', 'facebook_link' => 'https://www.facebook.com/AARPWestVirginia', 'twitter_link' => 'https://twitter.com/aarpwv', 'state_contract_id' => '56037', 'state_blog_flag' => 'https://states.aarp.org/wp-content/themes/aarpstates/images/state_flags/west-virginia.png', 'state_blog_link' => 'https://states.aarp.org/region/west-virginia/', 'state_blog_rss' => 'https://states.aarp.org/region/west-virginia/feed', 'cold_state' => 'yes', 'embed_video_2' => '5763161969001', '2020_election_link' => 'https://local.aarp.org/news/how-to-vote-in-west-virginias-2020-election-what-you-need-to-know-wv-2020-08-05.html', 'State_Label' => 'West Virginia's', 'vaccine_url' => 'https://local.aarp.org/news/the-covid19-vaccine-distribution-plan-in-west-virginia-wv-2021-02-04.html', 'at_ski_resort' => 'y', 'state_capital' => 'charleston-wv', '2024_election_link' => 'https://states.aarp.org/west-virginia/election-voting-guide', '2024_election_link_es' => 'https://states.aarp.org/west-virginia/elecciones-guia-para-votar-virginia-occidental', 'advanced_directives_link' => 'https://www.caringinfo.org/wp-content/uploads/WestVirginia.pdf', 'full_state' => 'West Virginia', 'county' => 'Kanawha', 'geo' => array( (int) 0 => (float) -81.635398864746, (int) 1 => (float) 38.353298187256 ), 'latitude' => (float) 38.353298187256, 'longitude' => (float) -81.635398864746, 'city_state' => 'Charleston, WV', 'city_state_search' => 'Charleston WV,Charleton WV', 'pilot_name' => 'Charleston', 'pilot_sef_url' => 'charleston-wv', 'community_id' => (int) 72, 'community_name' => 'Charleston', 'community_state' => 'WV', 'community_region' => 'South', 'brightspot_region' => 'charleston-wv', 'title' => 'Charleston, WV', 'subtitle' => 'Highlighting {local_city} ', 'tracking_code_town' => 'CHARLESTON', 'tracking_code_state' => 'WV', 'ad_state' => 'wv', 'ad_city' => 'charleston', 'ad_region' => null, 'timezone' => 'America/New_York', 'type' => 'town', 'zip' => '25301', 'sef_url' => 'charleston-wv', 'americantowns_url' => 'https://www.americantowns.com/charleston-wv/', 'alt_names' => 'Charleston,Charleton', 'zipcodes' => array( (int) 0 => '25301', (int) 1 => '25302', (int) 2 => '25303', (int) 3 => '25304', (int) 4 => '25305', (int) 5 => '25306', (int) 6 => '25309', (int) 7 => '25311', (int) 8 => '25312', (int) 9 => '25313', (int) 10 => '25314', (int) 11 => '25315', (int) 12 => '25317', (int) 13 => '25320', (int) 14 => '25321', (int) 15 => '25322', (int) 16 => '25323', (int) 17 => '25324', (int) 18 => '25325', (int) 19 => '25326', (int) 20 => '25327', (int) 21 => '25328', (int) 22 => '25329', (int) 23 => '25330', (int) 24 => '25331', (int) 25 => '25332', (int) 26 => '25333', (int) 27 => '25334', (int) 28 => '25335', (int) 29 => '25336', (int) 30 => '25337', (int) 31 => '25338', (int) 32 => '25339', (int) 33 => '25350', (int) 34 => '25356', (int) 35 => '25357', (int) 36 => '25358', (int) 37 => '25360', (int) 38 => '25361', (int) 39 => '25362', (int) 40 => '25364', (int) 41 => '25365', (int) 42 => '25375', (int) 43 => '25387', (int) 44 => '25389', (int) 45 => '25392', (int) 46 => '25396' ), 'urls' => array( (int) 0 => 'charleston-wv', (int) 1 => 'charleton-wv', (int) 2 => 'big-chimney-wv', (int) 3 => 's-charleston-wv', (int) 4 => 'south-charleston-wv', (int) 5 => 'kanawha-city-wv', (int) 6 => 'malden-wv', (int) 7 => 'cross-lanes-wv', (int) 8 => 'chesapeake-wv', (int) 9 => 'marmet-wv', (int) 10 => 'wv-dept-of-motor-veh-wv', (int) 11 => 'sissonville-wv', (int) 12 => 'united-bank-wv', (int) 13 => 'verizon-wv' ), 'town_ids' => array( (int) 0 => '10525', (int) 1 => '10526', (int) 2 => '10527', (int) 3 => '10528', (int) 4 => '10529', (int) 5 => '10530', (int) 6 => '10531', (int) 7 => '10532', (int) 8 => '10533', (int) 9 => '10534', (int) 10 => '10535', (int) 11 => '10536', (int) 12 => '10537', (int) 13 => '10538', (int) 14 => '10539', (int) 15 => '10540', (int) 16 => '10541', (int) 17 => '10542', (int) 18 => '10543', (int) 19 => '10544', (int) 20 => '10545', (int) 21 => '10546', (int) 22 => '10547', (int) 23 => '10548', (int) 24 => '10549', (int) 25 => '10550', (int) 26 => '10551', (int) 27 => '10552', (int) 28 => '10553', (int) 29 => '10554', (int) 30 => '10555', (int) 31 => '10556', (int) 32 => '10557', (int) 33 => '10558', (int) 34 => '10559', (int) 35 => '10560', (int) 36 => '10561', (int) 37 => '10562', (int) 38 => '10563', (int) 39 => '10564', (int) 40 => '10565', (int) 41 => '10566', (int) 42 => '10567', (int) 43 => '10568', (int) 44 => '10569', (int) 45 => '10570', (int) 46 => '10571' ), 'has_happenings' => 'true', 'cvent_community_code' => 'wv-charleston' ) $callCake = true $matches = array( (int) 0 => array( (int) 0 => '{ifnot_slug==healthy-living/map} {module_RHS - AARP Events} {endif}', (int) 1 => 'slug==healthy-living/map', (int) 2 => ' {module_RHS - AARP Events} ' ) ) $match = array( (int) 0 => '{ifnot_slug==healthy-living/map} {module_RHS - AARP Events} {endif}', (int) 1 => 'slug==healthy-living/map', (int) 2 => ' {module_RHS - AARP Events} ' ) $token = 'slug' $keyword = 'healthy-living/map'</pre><pre class="stack-trace">Localize::replace() - APP/Lib/Localize.php, line 152 Modules::render() - APP/Lib/Modules.php, line 9 include - APP/View/Elements/display.ctp, line 13 View::_evaluate() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 971 View::_render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 933 View::render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 473 Controller::render() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, 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The best way to stop a scam is to spot the red flags!</i></b> <br><br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/d3/c2/001db645418b8d1f8cb141214b76/1-fwn-april-2025.png" alt="1. FWN April 2025.png" width="1080" height="1080" style="height: auto; max-width: 300px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><b>2024 Fraud Totals</b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.ftc.gov/reports/consumer-sentinel-network-data-book-2024" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>MORE RESOURCES</b></a></span></span><br>Fraud reached unprecedented levels in 2024, with a staggering $12.5 billion lost, a shocking increase of 25% over 2023. The number of reports remained stable from 2023 to 2024, but the percentage of reporters who had money stolen jumped from 27% to 38%.<br><br>Key Takeaways:<br></p><ul><li>Impostor scams continue to rise, with criminals impersonating trusted individuals, companies, or government agencies to deceive victims.</li><li>1 in 5 victims of impostor scams had money stolen from them, with an average loss of about $800 per person.</li><li>Many scams were tied to gift card purchases or cryptocurrency, with a total of $2.95 billion being stolen from consumers across the country.</li></ul><p>Email remained the most popular method for criminals to reach their victims, with a 25% increase in its use compared to last year.<br><br>These numbers are shocking, but the true extent of fraud is likely much higher, as a significant amount of fraud goes unreported. Last October, the FTC factored in underreporting from 2023, estimating that the $10.4 billion in losses reported to the agency that year was more like $158.3 billion.<br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/6c/16/4e0a29d840a799173d938702858b/2-fwn-april-2025.png" alt="2. FWN April 2025.png" width="1080" height="1080" style="height: auto; max-width: 300px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><b>Avoiding Fake Tax Preparers</b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/new-jersey/ag-platkin-high-alert-for-fraud-tax-season" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>MORE RESOURCES</b></a></span></span><br>April 15 is almost here, and many Americans are realizing that their plans to do their own taxes this year didn't work out. If you're one of them and looking for some last-minute help, here's what to look out for to avoid fraudulent tax preparers.<br><br>Pay attention to payment and promises. Tax scammers may ask for payment in cash up-front or ask to be paid a percentage of your return. Some might also promise a large return before they even see your paperwork. These are all red flags. No one can guarantee you a return nor should anyone be paid in advance or more than a standard fee.<br><br>Another warning sign is someone who avoids filling out their tax preparer ID or refuses to sign your return. Anyone who isn't willing to identify themselves on your tax forms or asks you to sign your tax return before it's completed shouldn't be trusted.<br><br>Tax season can be stressful, but resources are available at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.irs.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">IRS.gov</a></span></span> to help you find a reliable and safe professional to help you through it.<br><br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/71/4b/f09ad68f478097571cdaa59da9f9/3-fwn-april-2025.png" alt="3. FWN April 2025.png" width="1080" height="1080" style="height: auto; max-width: 300px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><b>TSA Deadlines & Real ID Scams</b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/info-2025/avoid-real-id-scams.html?intcmp=AE-FRDSC-MOR-R2-POS3" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>MORE RESOURCES</b></a></span></span><br><br>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. This change is based on a recommendation of the 9/11 Commission as a way to improve airline safety. Beware -- anytime there is a deadline there will also be scams.<br><br>Most Real ID scams will likely be <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/phishing/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">phishing</a></span></span> attempts that appear to be from a legitimate source, such as your state DMV or the federal Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Be wary of emails, texts or phone calls claiming to be from these agencies -- or another state agency -- and never click on links. These government offices will not contact you about Real ID. It is an optional license and is up to each individual to obtain it on their own.<br><br>For more information about obtaining a Real ID , contact your state or local DMV office or visit dhs.gov/<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><span class="Link">real-id</span></span></span>.<br><br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/19/f7/6aa4c89440a69db28975b6b0024b/4-fwn-april-2025.png" alt="4. FWN April 2025.png" width="1080" height="1080" style="height: auto; max-width: 300px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><b>How to Avoid Fake Check Scams</b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/fake-check-what-you-need-to-know/?intcmp=AE-FRDSC-MOR-R2-POS3" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>MORE RESOURCES</b></a></span></span><br>Several scams rely on convincing the target to deposit a check as a first step of the crime. They then convince the target to use the money in a specific way. For example, in some work-from-home scams, the “company” will send a check for deposit, and then once it “clears”, they direct the target to purchase needed office equipment from the company’s “catalogue”.<br><br>The catch? The check was fake and it bounced, and the equipment catalogue was fake, too. The money the target spent on “equipment” came from their own money. And, the equipment never comes.<br><br>Even though a check deposit may appear to be cleared on your banking app or website, the process can take several weeks. The criminals rely on most of us not knowing this, so they get us to deposit and then quickly transact against the deposit. When the check is determined to be fake, the target is out that money.<br><br>Be suspicious anytime someone wants to send a check that you then must act on with some immediacy – making purchases, paying a fee or sending funds to a third party for example.<br><b>_____________________________________________________</b><br><b>Be a fraud fighter! If you can <u>spot</u> a scam, you can <u>stop</u> a scam.</b><br><br><b>Report scams to local law enforcement. 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'' : 'none')">Context</a><pre id="cakeErr6800d952ee05b-code" class="cake-code-dump" style="display: none;"><code><span style="color: #000000"><span style="color: #0000BB"> </span><span style="color: #007700">if(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">strstr</span><span style="color: #007700">(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$match</span><span style="color: #007700">[</span><span style="color: #0000BB">1</span><span style="color: #007700">],</span><span style="color: #DD0000">'=='</span><span style="color: #007700">)) {</span></span></code> <code><span style="color: #000000"><span style="color: #0000BB"> </span><span style="color: #007700">list(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$token</span><span style="color: #007700">,</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$keyword</span><span style="color: #007700">) = </span><span style="color: #0000BB">explode</span><span style="color: #007700">(</span><span style="color: #DD0000">"=="</span><span style="color: #007700">,</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$match</span><span style="color: #007700">[</span><span style="color: #0000BB">1</span><span style="color: #007700">],</span><span style="color: #0000BB">2</span><span style="color: #007700">);</span></span></code> <span class="code-highlight"><code><span style="color: #000000"><span style="color: #0000BB"> $text </span><span style="color: #007700">= </span><span style="color: #0000BB">str_replace</span><span style="color: #007700">(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$match</span><span style="color: #007700">[</span><span style="color: #0000BB">0</span><span style="color: #007700">], (</span><span style="color: #0000BB">strtolower</span><span style="color: #007700">(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$town</span><span style="color: #007700">[</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$token</span><span style="color: #007700">]) != </span><span style="color: #0000BB">strtolower</span><span style="color: #007700">(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$keyword</span><span style="color: #007700">) ? </span><span style="color: #0000BB">self</span><span style="color: #007700">::</span><span style="color: #0000BB">replace</span><span style="color: #007700">(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$match</span><span style="color: #007700">[</span><span style="color: #0000BB">2</span><span style="color: #007700">], </span><span style="color: #0000BB">$town</span><span style="color: #007700">, </span><span style="color: #0000BB">$callCake</span><span style="color: #007700">): </span><span style="color: #DD0000">''</span><span style="color: #007700">), </span><span style="color: #0000BB">$text</span><span style="color: #007700">);</span></span></code></span></pre><pre id="cakeErr6800d952ee05b-context" class="cake-context" style="display: none;">$text = '<!--default--> <!-- module_RHS - AARP Events --> {ifnot_slug==healthy-living/map} {module_RHS - AARP Events} {endif} {module_RHS - Tout A} {module_RHS - Ad Slot 1} {module_RHS - Join AARP Today} {module_RHS - Ad Slot 2} {module_FB - State Side Panel} {module_RHS - State Contact Us}' $town = array( '_id' => '576180bb0c4e268f7f8bb897', 'city' => 'Charleston', 'state' => 'WV', 'nearby' => array( (int) 0 => array( 'city' => 'Charleston', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'charleston-wv' ), (int) 1 => array( 'city' => 'South Charleston', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'south-charleston-wv' ), (int) 2 => array( 'city' => 'Dunbar', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'dunbar-wv' ), (int) 3 => array( 'city' => 'Cross Lanes', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'cross-lanes-wv' ), (int) 4 => array( 'city' => 'Institute', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'institute-wv' ), (int) 5 => array( 'city' => 'Tad', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'tad-wv' ), (int) 6 => array( 'city' => 'Pinch', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'pinch-wv' ), (int) 7 => array( 'city' => 'Hernshaw', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'hernshaw-wv' ), (int) 8 => array( 'city' => 'Belle', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'belle-wv' ), (int) 9 => array( 'city' => 'Saint Albans', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'saint-albans-wv' ), (int) 10 => array( 'city' => 'Elkview', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'elkview-wv' ), (int) 11 => array( 'city' => 'Nitro', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'nitro-wv' ), (int) 12 => array( 'city' => 'Tornado', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'tornado-wv' ), (int) 13 => array( 'city' => 'Blount', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'blount-wv' ), (int) 14 => array( 'city' => 'Upper Falls', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'upper-falls-wv' ) ), 'local' => array( (int) 0 => 'charleston-wv', (int) 1 => 'south-charleston-wv', (int) 2 => 'dunbar-wv', (int) 3 => 'cross-lanes-wv', (int) 4 => 'institute-wv', (int) 5 => 'tad-wv', (int) 6 => 'pinch-wv', (int) 7 => 'hernshaw-wv', (int) 8 => 'belle-wv', (int) 9 => 'saint-albans-wv', (int) 10 => 'elkview-wv', (int) 11 => 'nitro-wv', (int) 12 => 'tornado-wv', (int) 13 => 'blount-wv', (int) 14 => 'upper-falls-wv', (int) 15 => 'blue-creek-wv', (int) 16 => 'winifrede-wv', (int) 17 => 'ashford-wv', (int) 18 => 'poca-wv' ), 'season' => 'spring', 'aarp-events-image' => 'aarp-events', 'amusement-parks-image' => 'amusement-warm-c', 'arts-entertainment-image' => 'arts-all-bm', 'asset_version' => '240925', 'beaches-lakes-image' => 'beaches-lakes-cool-c', 'billboard1_caption' => 'Spring', 'billboard1_image_url' => '{local_happenings-image}', 'billboard1_link_url' => '/{local_sef_url}/happenings/', 'billboard1_subtitle' => 'See the Real Possibilities', 'billboard1_thumb_title' => ' Happenings', 'billboard1_thumb_url' => '{local_happenings-image}', 'billboard1_title' => 'Get to know AARP in {local_city_c}', 'billboard2_image_url' => '{local_season-image}', 'billboard2_link_url' => '/{local_sef_url}/{local_season}-fun/', 'billboard2_subtitle' => 'Explore fun and interesting things to do this {local_season} near you!', 'billboard2_thumb_title' => '{local_season_header}', 'billboard2_thumb_url' => '{local_season-image}', 'billboard2_title' => 'Time for {local_season_header}!', 'billboard3_image_url' => '{local_volunteering-image}', 'billboard3_link_url' => '/{local_sef_url}/volunteering/', 'billboard3_subtitle' => 'Make a difference!', 'billboard3_thumb_title' => 'Volunteering', 'billboard3_thumb_url' => '{local_volunteering-image}', 'billboard3_title' => 'Volunteering lifts everyone's spirits', 'bvideo_name' => '{local_full_state_c}', 'city-select-image' => 'cityselect-spring', 'coffee-image' => 'coffee-warm-m', 'coffee_radius' => '10', 'community_blogs_archive' => 'charleston-wv', 'community_blogs_list' => 'caregiving,healthy-living,savings-and-planning,work-and-jobs,life-reimagined,all,{local_state},charleston-wv', 'connect_town_groups' => '[{ "towns": { "atlanta-ga": { "name": "Atlanta, GA", "path": "/atlanta-ga/fight-fraud/" }, "chicago-il": { "name": "Chicago, IL", "path": "/chicago-il/fight-fraud/" }, "los-angeles-ca": { "name": "Los Angeles, CA", "path": "/los-angeles-ca/fight-fraud/" }, "new-york-ny": { "name": "New York City, NY", "path": "/new-york-ny/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "phoenix-az": { "name": "Phoenix, AZ", "path": "/phoenix-az/fight-fraud/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP1" }, { "towns": { "baltimore-md": { "name": "Baltimore Metro, MD", "path": "/baltimore-md/fight-fraud/" }, "dallas-tx": { "name": "Dallas, TX", "path": "/dallas-tx/fight-fraud/" }, "denver-co": { "name": "Denver, CO", "path": "/denver-co/fight-fraud/" }, "detroit-mi": { "name": "Detroit, MI", "path": "/detroit-mi/fight-fraud/" }, "orlando-fl": { "name": "Central Florida, FL", "path": "/orlando-fl/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "houston-tx": { "name": "Houston, TX", "path": "/houston-tx/fight-fraud/" }, "brookhaven-ny": { "name": "Long Island, NY", "path": "/brookhaven-ny/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "san-diego-ca": { "name": "San Diego County, CA", "path": "/san-diego-ca/fight-fraud/" }, "miami-fl": { "name": "South Florida, FL", "path": "/miami-fl/fight-fraud/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP2" }, { "towns": { "charlotte-nc": { "name": "Charlotte, NC", "path": "/charlotte-nc/aarp-events/" }, "boston-ma": { "name": "Greater Boston, MA", "path": "/boston-ma/aarp-events/?showtowns=true" }, "indianapolis-in": { "name": "Indianapolis, IN", "path": "/indianapolis-in/aarp-events/" }, "las-vegas-nv": { "name": "Las Vegas, NV", "path": "/las-vegas-nv/aarp-events/" }, "philadelphia-pa": { "name": "Philadelphia, PA", "path": "/philadelphia-pa/aarp-events/" }, "pittsburgh-pa": { "name": "Pittsburgh, PA", "path": "/pittsburgh-pa/aarp-events/" }, "portland-or": { "name": "Portland Metro, OR", "path": "/portland-or/aarp-events/" }, "seattle-wa": { "name": "Seattle, WA", "path": "/seattle-wa/aarp-events/" }, "saint-louis-mo": { "name": "St Louis, MO", "path": "/saint-louis-mo/aarp-events/" }, "minneapolis-mn": { "name": "Twin Cities, MN", "path": "/minneapolis-mn/aarp-events/?showtowns=true" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP3" }, { "towns": { "new-orleans-la": { "name": "Greater New Orleans, LA", "path": "/new-orleans-la/fight-fraud/" 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line 963 AppController::renderPage() - APP/Controller/AppController.php, line 136 BlogsController::display() - APP/Controller/BlogsController.php, line 81 ReflectionMethod::invokeArgs() - [internal], line ?? Controller::invokeAction() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 491 Dispatcher::_invoke() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 193 Dispatcher::dispatch() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 167 [main] - APP/webroot/index.php, line 118</pre></div></pre><div class="module clearfix"><!--default--> <!-- module_RHS - AARP Events --> <div class="ar-basic-box module-spacer"> <header> <div class="pull-right"> <a href="/charleston-wv/aarp-events/" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-SEEALL-EVENTS"> <img style="width:30px;" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/icons/aarp_event_icon.png" alt="Upcoming AARP Events" /> </a> </div> <h2 class="visible-lg">AARP Events for Charleston</h2> <h2 class="hidden-lg">AARP Events for Charleston</h2> </header> <div class="wrap"> <div class="ar-listing snippet"> <ul class="list"> <li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/aarp-event/aarp-live-cybercrime-and-fraud-prevention-tips-42125-9vn8twf4ts8.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-LIVE-CYBERCRIME-AND-FRAUD-PREVENTION-TIPS-42125">AARP Live: Cybercrime and Fraud Prevention Tips, 4/21/25</a></h2> <p class="time">Monday, Apr 21, 2025 at 8:00 p.m. ET</p> <p class="venue"></p> <p class="loc">Online Event</p> </li><li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/aarp-event/aarp-live-decluttering-for-today-and-tomorrow-51925-87nw6zdbytm.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-LIVE-DECLUTTERING-FOR-TODAY-AND-TOMORROW-51925">AARP Live: Decluttering for Today and Tomorrow , 5/19/25</a></h2> <p class="time">Monday, May 19, 2025 at 8:00 p.m. ET</p> <p class="venue"></p> <p class="loc">Online Event</p> </li><li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/aarp-event/aarp-live-social-security-whats-right-for-you-61625-glnbkkyk2gm.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-LIVE-SOCIAL-SECURITY-WHATS-RIGHT-FOR-YOU-61625">AARP Live: Social Security: What’s Right For You? , 6/16/25</a></h2> <p class="time">Monday, Jun 16, 2025 at 8:00 p.m. ET</p> <p class="venue"></p> <p class="loc">Online Event</p> </li> </ul> <p><a class="link-red" href="/charleston-wv/aarp-events/" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-SEEALL-EVENTS">View All AARP Events<i class="ml-1 fas fa-chevron-right"></i></a></p> </div> </div> </div> <div aria-hidden="true" class="aarpe-ad-wrapper"> <div class="aarpe-ad en clearfix" id="300x250_53475" data-adsize="300x250"> <script type="text/javascript"> if(typeof AARP.ads !== 'undefined'){ AARP.ads.slots({ id:'300x250_53475', size:'300x250'}); } </script> </div> </div> <div class="card-tout card-dark membership-tout" style="margin:0 0 30px 0;height:360px;"> <img class="img-responsive image" title="image of two AARP membership cards" alt="image of two AARP membership cards" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/tout-two-cards.png"> <div class="title">Last Chance to Save!<br />New Pricing Coming in 2025.</div> <br /> <p> This is AARP's first rate increase in 15 years.<br />Don't miss out, join today and save!<br /><br /> </p> <div class="action"> <a class="btn" href="https://appsec.aarp.org/mem/join?campaignid=UAJFT3&intcmp=LNK-CSN-AARPLOCAL-JRTOUT-RR-A-CHARLESTON-WV">Join AARP</a> <div class="body">Already a member? <a href="https://appsec.aarp.org/mem/renew?campaignid= UARFT3&intcmp=LNK-CSN-AARPLOCAL-JRTOUT-RR-A-CHARLESTON-WV">Renew</a> or <a href="https://www.aarp.org/benefits-discounts/my-membership/print-your-card/">Print Card</a></div> </div> </div> <style> .membership-tout {padding:16px 20px;} .membership-tout .list li { margin: 0; } </style> <div aria-hidden="true" class="aarpe-ad-wrapper"> <div class="aarpe-ad en clearfix" id="300x250_93505" data-adsize="300x250"> <script type="text/javascript"> if(typeof AARP.ads !== 'undefined'){ AARP.ads.slots({ id:'300x250_93505', size:'300x250'}); } </script> </div> </div> <div class="module-spacer text-center"> <div class="fb-page" alt="Image of AARP West Virginia Facebook Page" title="Image of AARP West Virginia Facebook Page" data-href="https://www.facebook.com/AARPWestVirginia" data-tabs="timeline" width="" height="" data-small-header="false" data-adapt-container-width="true" data-hide-cover="false" data-show-facepile="true"> <blockquote cite="https://www.facebook.com/AARPWestVirginia" class="fb-xfbml-parse-ignore"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/AARPWestVirginia">Facebook</a></blockquote> </div> </div> <div class="ar-basic-box module-spacer"> <header> <h2>Contact AARP <br />in Charleston</h2> </header> <div class="wrap"> <div class="ar-quick-list module-spacer"> <ul class="list-unstyled"> <li><i class="list-icon fa fa-envelope" alt="Email icon" title="Email icon" aria-hidden="true"></i><a href="mailto:WVAARP@aarp.org " target="_blank" rel="noopener">WVAARP@aarp.org </a></li> <li><i class="list-icon fa fa-globe" alt="Globe icon" title="Globe icon" aria-hidden="true"></i><a href="https://states.aarp.org/region/west-virginia/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">AARP West Virginia</a></li> <li><i class="list-icon fa fa-map-marker" alt="Map Marker icon" title="Map Marker icon" aria-hidden="true"></i><a href="https://states.aarp.org/about-aarp-west-virginia/?intcmp=SNG-LNK-AARPLOCAL-CONTACT-20140101-CHARLESTON-WV" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Contact Us</a></li> </ul> </div> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/AARPWestVirginia" target="_blank" rel="noopener" aria-label="Open Facebook"><img style="max-width: 48px;" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/page/icons/facebook.png" alt="Facebook icon" title="Facebook icon"></a> <a href="https://twitter.com/aarpwv" target="_blank" rel="noopener" aria-label="Open Twitter"><img style="max-width: 48px;" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/page/icons/twitter.png" alt="Twitter icon" title="Twitter icon"></a> </div> </div> </div></div> <div class="col-md-8 left-rail left-bot"></div> <div class="col-md-4 right-rail right-bot thin-rhs"></div> </div> <div class="row oneColumnLayout"> </div> <div class="row oneColumnLayout"> <div class="col-md-12"><!-- script to activate navbar --> <script type="text/javascript"> jQuery(".channelBarMain ul.left li a").click(function() { window.location = jQuery(this).attr('href'); }); </script> </div> </div> ' $scripts_for_layout = '<title>SCAM ALERT: Be on the Lookout for These Scams in April 2025</title> <meta name="page_title" content="SCAM ALERT: Be on the Lookout for These Scams in April 2025"/> <meta name="robots" content="noindex, nofollow"/> <meta content="Scammers are criminals. 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"Resource/aarp2_master.resource.footer.root.html");$viewFile = '/var/www/vhosts/vcc_staging/app/View/Layouts/aarp_2023.ctp' $dataForView = array( 'content_for_layout' => '<div class="row twoColumnLayout"> <div class="col-md-8 left-rail"><div class="module clearfix"><div class="ar-basic-box"> <div> <div class="module-spacer"> <header><h1 class="article-headline">SCAM ALERT: Be on the Lookout for These Scams in April 2025</h1></header> <div class="posted-on"> Posted on 04/01/25 </div> </div> <div class="module-spacer"> <span class="blog-content"><p><div class="RichTextArticleBody"> <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><p><b><i>Scammers are criminals. The best way to stop a scam is to spot the red flags!</i></b> <br><br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/d3/c2/001db645418b8d1f8cb141214b76/1-fwn-april-2025.png" alt="1. FWN April 2025.png" width="1080" height="1080" style="height: auto; max-width: 300px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><b>2024 Fraud Totals</b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.ftc.gov/reports/consumer-sentinel-network-data-book-2024" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>MORE RESOURCES</b></a></span></span><br>Fraud reached unprecedented levels in 2024, with a staggering $12.5 billion lost, a shocking increase of 25% over 2023. The number of reports remained stable from 2023 to 2024, but the percentage of reporters who had money stolen jumped from 27% to 38%.<br><br>Key Takeaways:<br></p><ul><li>Impostor scams continue to rise, with criminals impersonating trusted individuals, companies, or government agencies to deceive victims.</li><li>1 in 5 victims of impostor scams had money stolen from them, with an average loss of about $800 per person.</li><li>Many scams were tied to gift card purchases or cryptocurrency, with a total of $2.95 billion being stolen from consumers across the country.</li></ul><p>Email remained the most popular method for criminals to reach their victims, with a 25% increase in its use compared to last year.<br><br>These numbers are shocking, but the true extent of fraud is likely much higher, as a significant amount of fraud goes unreported. Last October, the FTC factored in underreporting from 2023, estimating that the $10.4 billion in losses reported to the agency that year was more like $158.3 billion.<br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/6c/16/4e0a29d840a799173d938702858b/2-fwn-april-2025.png" alt="2. FWN April 2025.png" width="1080" height="1080" style="height: auto; max-width: 300px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><b>Avoiding Fake Tax Preparers</b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/new-jersey/ag-platkin-high-alert-for-fraud-tax-season" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>MORE RESOURCES</b></a></span></span><br>April 15 is almost here, and many Americans are realizing that their plans to do their own taxes this year didn't work out. If you're one of them and looking for some last-minute help, here's what to look out for to avoid fraudulent tax preparers.<br><br>Pay attention to payment and promises. Tax scammers may ask for payment in cash up-front or ask to be paid a percentage of your return. Some might also promise a large return before they even see your paperwork. These are all red flags. No one can guarantee you a return nor should anyone be paid in advance or more than a standard fee.<br><br>Another warning sign is someone who avoids filling out their tax preparer ID or refuses to sign your return. Anyone who isn't willing to identify themselves on your tax forms or asks you to sign your tax return before it's completed shouldn't be trusted.<br><br>Tax season can be stressful, but resources are available at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.irs.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">IRS.gov</a></span></span> to help you find a reliable and safe professional to help you through it.<br><br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/71/4b/f09ad68f478097571cdaa59da9f9/3-fwn-april-2025.png" alt="3. FWN April 2025.png" width="1080" height="1080" style="height: auto; max-width: 300px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><b>TSA Deadlines & Real ID Scams</b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/info-2025/avoid-real-id-scams.html?intcmp=AE-FRDSC-MOR-R2-POS3" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>MORE RESOURCES</b></a></span></span><br><br>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. This change is based on a recommendation of the 9/11 Commission as a way to improve airline safety. Beware -- anytime there is a deadline there will also be scams.<br><br>Most Real ID scams will likely be <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/phishing/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">phishing</a></span></span> attempts that appear to be from a legitimate source, such as your state DMV or the federal Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Be wary of emails, texts or phone calls claiming to be from these agencies -- or another state agency -- and never click on links. These government offices will not contact you about Real ID. It is an optional license and is up to each individual to obtain it on their own.<br><br>For more information about obtaining a Real ID , contact your state or local DMV office or visit dhs.gov/<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><span class="Link">real-id</span></span></span>.<br><br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/19/f7/6aa4c89440a69db28975b6b0024b/4-fwn-april-2025.png" alt="4. FWN April 2025.png" width="1080" height="1080" style="height: auto; max-width: 300px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><b>How to Avoid Fake Check Scams</b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/fake-check-what-you-need-to-know/?intcmp=AE-FRDSC-MOR-R2-POS3" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>MORE RESOURCES</b></a></span></span><br>Several scams rely on convincing the target to deposit a check as a first step of the crime. They then convince the target to use the money in a specific way. For example, in some work-from-home scams, the “company” will send a check for deposit, and then once it “clears”, they direct the target to purchase needed office equipment from the company’s “catalogue”.<br><br>The catch? The check was fake and it bounced, and the equipment catalogue was fake, too. The money the target spent on “equipment” came from their own money. And, the equipment never comes.<br><br>Even though a check deposit may appear to be cleared on your banking app or website, the process can take several weeks. The criminals rely on most of us not knowing this, so they get us to deposit and then quickly transact against the deposit. When the check is determined to be fake, the target is out that money.<br><br>Be suspicious anytime someone wants to send a check that you then must act on with some immediacy – making purchases, paying a fee or sending funds to a third party for example.<br><b>_____________________________________________________</b><br><b>Be a fraud fighter! If you can <u>spot</u> a scam, you can <u>stop</u> a scam.</b><br><br><b>Report scams to local law enforcement. For help from AARP, call 877-908-3360 or visit the AARP Fraud Watch Network at </b><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://www.aarp.org/fraudwatchnetwork" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>www.aarp.org/fraudwatchnetwork</b></a></span></span></p></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> </div> </div><div class="module clearfix"><script src="https://npmcdn.com/flickity@2/dist/flickity.pkgd.min.js"></script> <script src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.d703996ba6a992470f9f7fa2170736df.gz.js"></script> <link class="Webpack-css" rel="stylesheet" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.2cef3303b65f09149a6db29044f033cb.gz.css"> <!-- <script src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.c85a242a55150cd195e494cd6e5b9c77.gz.js" async=""></script> <link rel="stylesheet" media="all" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.bfe6eb5a8301841feef3af4e9bd1e26d.gz.css"> --> <!-- bypass --> <style> a:focus, a:hover { text-decoration: underline; } h1.article-headline { margin: 0 0 1rem; } </style> <!-- <style> .Enhancement-item .Figure { margin-bottom: 24px; } .RichTextArticleBody-body ul { margin-bottom: 24px; } .RichTextArticleBody-body p{ margin: 12px 0; } .RichTextModule-items { clear: both; display: table; width: 100%; margin-bottom: 12px; } .VideoEnhancement>* { color: var(--primaryTextColor); font-size: 13px; font-weight: 400; line-height: 1.4; font-style: italic; background: #f0efed } @media only screen and (min-width: 768px) { .VideoEnhancement>* { font-size:14px; font-weight: 400; line-height: 1.47 } } .VideoEnhancement-title { padding: 20px } @media only screen and (min-width: 768px) { .VideoEnhancement-title { padding:30px } } .VideoEnhancement-player>* { position: relative; width: 100%; height: 0; padding-bottom: 56.25% } .VideoEnhancement iframe { border: 0; position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100% } [data-video-player] { display: block; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; margin: 0 auto; } [data-video-player][data-aspect-ratio="4x3"] { padding-bottom: 56.25%; } [data-video-player][data-aspect-ratio="16x9"] { padding-bottom: 56.25% } </style> --></div><div class="module clearfix"><div class="module-spacer tout-homefit-750"> <a data-formelementid="CSN-LOCAL-HC-NEWSSK-02272024" href="/charleston-wv/home-and-community/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-HC-NEWSSK-02272024"><img class="img-responsive" alt="Explore the free AARP HomeFit Guide" title="Explore the free AARP HomeFit Guide" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/touts/HomeFit_750x150.png"></a> </div></div></div> <div class="col-md-4 right-rail thin-rhs"><pre class="cake-error"><a href="javascript:void(0);" onclick="document.getElementById('cakeErr6800d952ee05b-trace').style.display = (document.getElementById('cakeErr6800d952ee05b-trace').style.display == 'none' ? 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{module_FB - State Side Panel} {module_RHS - State Contact Us}' $town = array( '_id' => '576180bb0c4e268f7f8bb897', 'city' => 'Charleston', 'state' => 'WV', 'nearby' => array( (int) 0 => array( 'city' => 'Charleston', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'charleston-wv' ), (int) 1 => array( 'city' => 'South Charleston', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'south-charleston-wv' ), (int) 2 => array( 'city' => 'Dunbar', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'dunbar-wv' ), (int) 3 => array( 'city' => 'Cross Lanes', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'cross-lanes-wv' ), (int) 4 => array( 'city' => 'Institute', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'institute-wv' ), (int) 5 => array( 'city' => 'Tad', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'tad-wv' ), (int) 6 => array( 'city' => 'Pinch', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'pinch-wv' ), (int) 7 => array( 'city' => 'Hernshaw', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'hernshaw-wv' ), (int) 8 => array( 'city' => 'Belle', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'belle-wv' ), (int) 9 => array( 'city' => 'Saint Albans', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'saint-albans-wv' ), (int) 10 => array( 'city' => 'Elkview', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'elkview-wv' ), (int) 11 => array( 'city' => 'Nitro', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'nitro-wv' ), (int) 12 => array( 'city' => 'Tornado', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'tornado-wv' ), (int) 13 => array( 'city' => 'Blount', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'blount-wv' ), (int) 14 => array( 'city' => 'Upper Falls', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'upper-falls-wv' ) ), 'local' => array( (int) 0 => 'charleston-wv', (int) 1 => 'south-charleston-wv', (int) 2 => 'dunbar-wv', (int) 3 => 'cross-lanes-wv', (int) 4 => 'institute-wv', (int) 5 => 'tad-wv', (int) 6 => 'pinch-wv', (int) 7 => 'hernshaw-wv', (int) 8 => 'belle-wv', (int) 9 => 'saint-albans-wv', (int) 10 => 'elkview-wv', (int) 11 => 'nitro-wv', (int) 12 => 'tornado-wv', (int) 13 => 'blount-wv', (int) 14 => 'upper-falls-wv', (int) 15 => 'blue-creek-wv', (int) 16 => 'winifrede-wv', (int) 17 => 'ashford-wv', (int) 18 => 'poca-wv' ), 'season' => 'spring', 'aarp-events-image' => 'aarp-events', 'amusement-parks-image' => 'amusement-warm-c', 'arts-entertainment-image' => 'arts-all-bm', 'asset_version' => '240925', 'beaches-lakes-image' => 'beaches-lakes-cool-c', 'billboard1_caption' => 'Spring', 'billboard1_image_url' => '{local_happenings-image}', 'billboard1_link_url' => '/{local_sef_url}/happenings/', 'billboard1_subtitle' => 'See the Real Possibilities', 'billboard1_thumb_title' => ' Happenings', 'billboard1_thumb_url' => '{local_happenings-image}', 'billboard1_title' => 'Get to know AARP in {local_city_c}', 'billboard2_image_url' => '{local_season-image}', 'billboard2_link_url' => '/{local_sef_url}/{local_season}-fun/', 'billboard2_subtitle' => 'Explore fun and interesting things to do this {local_season} near you!', 'billboard2_thumb_title' => '{local_season_header}', 'billboard2_thumb_url' => '{local_season-image}', 'billboard2_title' => 'Time for {local_season_header}!', 'billboard3_image_url' => '{local_volunteering-image}', 'billboard3_link_url' => '/{local_sef_url}/volunteering/', 'billboard3_subtitle' => 'Make a difference!', 'billboard3_thumb_title' => 'Volunteering', 'billboard3_thumb_url' => '{local_volunteering-image}', 'billboard3_title' => 'Volunteering lifts everyone's spirits', 'bvideo_name' => '{local_full_state_c}', 'city-select-image' => 'cityselect-spring', 'coffee-image' => 'coffee-warm-m', 'coffee_radius' => '10', 'community_blogs_archive' => 'charleston-wv', 'community_blogs_list' => 'caregiving,healthy-living,savings-and-planning,work-and-jobs,life-reimagined,all,{local_state},charleston-wv', 'connect_town_groups' => '[{ "towns": { "atlanta-ga": { "name": "Atlanta, GA", "path": "/atlanta-ga/fight-fraud/" }, "chicago-il": { "name": "Chicago, IL", "path": "/chicago-il/fight-fraud/" }, "los-angeles-ca": { "name": "Los Angeles, CA", "path": "/los-angeles-ca/fight-fraud/" }, "new-york-ny": { "name": "New York City, NY", "path": "/new-york-ny/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "phoenix-az": { "name": "Phoenix, AZ", "path": "/phoenix-az/fight-fraud/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP1" }, { "towns": { "baltimore-md": { "name": "Baltimore Metro, MD", "path": "/baltimore-md/fight-fraud/" }, "dallas-tx": { "name": "Dallas, TX", "path": "/dallas-tx/fight-fraud/" }, "denver-co": { "name": "Denver, CO", "path": "/denver-co/fight-fraud/" }, "detroit-mi": { "name": "Detroit, MI", "path": "/detroit-mi/fight-fraud/" }, "orlando-fl": { "name": "Central Florida, FL", "path": "/orlando-fl/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "houston-tx": { "name": "Houston, TX", "path": "/houston-tx/fight-fraud/" }, "brookhaven-ny": { "name": "Long Island, NY", "path": "/brookhaven-ny/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "san-diego-ca": { "name": "San Diego County, CA", "path": "/san-diego-ca/fight-fraud/" }, "miami-fl": { "name": "South Florida, FL", "path": "/miami-fl/fight-fraud/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP2" }, { "towns": { "charlotte-nc": { "name": "Charlotte, NC", "path": "/charlotte-nc/aarp-events/" }, "boston-ma": { "name": "Greater Boston, MA", "path": "/boston-ma/aarp-events/?showtowns=true" }, "indianapolis-in": { "name": "Indianapolis, IN", "path": "/indianapolis-in/aarp-events/" }, "las-vegas-nv": { "name": "Las Vegas, NV", "path": "/las-vegas-nv/aarp-events/" }, "philadelphia-pa": { "name": "Philadelphia, PA", "path": "/philadelphia-pa/aarp-events/" }, "pittsburgh-pa": { "name": "Pittsburgh, PA", "path": "/pittsburgh-pa/aarp-events/" }, "portland-or": { "name": "Portland Metro, OR", "path": "/portland-or/aarp-events/" }, "seattle-wa": { "name": "Seattle, WA", "path": "/seattle-wa/aarp-events/" }, "saint-louis-mo": { "name": "St Louis, MO", "path": "/saint-louis-mo/aarp-events/" }, "minneapolis-mn": { "name": "Twin Cities, MN", "path": "/minneapolis-mn/aarp-events/?showtowns=true" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP3" }, { "towns": { "new-orleans-la": { "name": "Greater New Orleans, LA", "path": "/new-orleans-la/fight-fraud/" }, "hartford-ct": { "name": "Hartford, CT", "path": "/hartford-ct/fight-fraud/" }, "little-rock-ar": { "name": "Little Rock, AR", "path": "/little-rock-ar/fight-fraud/" }, "oahu-hi": { "name": "Oahu, HI", "path": "/oahu-hi/fight-fraud/" }, "omaha-ne": { "name": "Omaham, NE", "path": "/omaha-ne/fight-fraud/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP4" }, { "towns": { "des-moines-ia": { "name": "Des Moines, IA", "path": "/des-moines-ia/aarp-events/" }, "fargo-nd": { "name": "Fargo, ND", "path": "/fargo-nd/aarp-events/" }, "allentown-pa": { "name": "Lehigh Valley, PA", "path": "/allentown-pa/aarp-events/?showtowns=true" }, "dale-city-va": { "name": "Prince William County, VA", "path": "/dale-city-va/aarp-events/" }, "worcester-ma": { "name": "Worcester County, MA", "path": "/worcester-ma/aarp-events/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP5" }, { "towns": { "charleston-wv": { "name": "Charleston, WV", "path": "/charleston-wv/aarp-events/" }, "helena-mt": { "name": "Lewis and Clark County, MT", "path": "/helena-mt/aarp-events/" }, "manchester-nh": { "name": "New Hampshire, NH", "path": "/manchester-nh/aarp-events/" }, "providence-ri": { "name": "Providence, RI", "path": "/providence-ri/aarp-events/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP6" }]', 'cvent_display_module' => 'false', 'cvent_widget_city' => '{local_city_state}', 'embed_video' => '<iframe width="100%" height="349" src="//players.brightcove.net/3772599298001/HkD6Qklb_default/index.html?videoId={local_embed_video_2}" allowfullscreen frameborder="0"></iframe>', 'espanol-news-header' => 'Noticias de {local_city}', 'espanol-news-image' => 'losangeles-spanish', 'events-image' => 'events-all', 'events_careversation_group_min' => '8', 'events_driversafety_group_min' => '8', 'events_index_slot1' => '{module_Cvent New Widget Section 3}', 'events_tek_group_min' => '8', 'event_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/responsive/events-all-1140x655.jpg', 'event_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/event.jpg', 'event_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/event-t.jpg', 'fall-fun-image' => 'fall-fun-cool-c', 'fallfun_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/fall-fun10-big-t.jpg', 'fallfun_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/fall-fun10.jpg', 'fallfun_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/fall-fun10-t.jpg', 'farmers-markets-image' => 'farmers-markets-c', 'find_it_fast_link_url' => 'jobs', 'find_it_fast_title' => 'Work & Jobs', 'gfg-image' => 'gfg-warm-c-2', 'google_disclaimer' => '<p><b>Please note:</b> These listings are provided via Google for the {local_city} community. <b>Listings here do NOT imply that an AARP member discount is offered.</b> Please see the <a href="https://www.aarp.org/benefits-discounts/" target="_blank">AARP Membership & Benefits page</a> for a listing of businesses that do provide a member discount.</p>', 'happenings-image' => 'happenings-rural', 'happenings-tbd-pilot-text' => '<h2><span>Discover everything you can do with AARP</span></h2> <h3><span>See fun events, local offers, and more right where you live.</span></h3>', 'happenings_default_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/responsive/aarp-default-rp-min.png', 'happenings_gold_slug_line_10up' => 'AARP in {local_community_name}', 'happenings_gold_slug_line_state' => 'AARP in {local_full_state}', 'happenings_gold_slug_line_state_es' => 'AARP en Virginia Occidental', 'happenings_heading' => '{local_city} Happenings', 'happenings_twitter_header' => 'More from {local_city}', 'hiking-image' => 'hiking-cool-c', 'hiking_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/hiking4-big-t.jpg', 'hiking_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/hiking4.jpg', 'hiking_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/hiking4-t.jpg', 'home_events_slot1' => '{module_Cvent New Widget Section}', 'home_events_slot2' => '{module_HP - Blog - Learn More}', 'home_intro_text' => '<p> Select your community from the list below to learn about great programs, stimulating things to do, local services, discounts and more! </p>', 'hp-event-tout' => '{if_facebook_link}<div class="module-spacer text-center"> <div class="fb-page" data-href="{local_facebook_link}" data-tabs="timeline" data-small-header="false" data-adapt-container-width="true" data-hide-cover="false" data-show-facepile="true"><blockquote cite="{local_facebook_link}" class="fb-xfbml-parse-ignore"><a href="{local_facebook_link}">Facebook</a></blockquote></div></div> {endif}', 'ice_skating_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/responsive/ice-skating-all-1140x655.jpg', 'ice_skating_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/ice-skating.jpg', 'ice_skating_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/ice-skating-t.jpg', 'image_url' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/working-for-you.jpeg', 'jobs_widget_city' => '{local_city_c}', 'm2mredirect' => 'True', 'movies-image' => 'movies-all-c', 'movies_robots' => 'index, follow', 'name' => 'In Your Community', 'nature_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/nature-center2-big-t.jpg', 'nature_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/nature-center2.jpg', 'nature_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/nature-center2-t.jpg', 'nearme_map_radius' => '20', 'nearme_map_zip' => '{local_zip}', 'omniture_cookie' => 'charleston-wv-cp', 'page-title-right' => '{module_Event Snapshot Newsletter Signup}', 'parks-image' => 'parks-warm-c', 'pilot_towns_banner_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/classic/happenings-rural-240x140.jpg', 'pumpkin-picking-image' => 'fall-fun-all-1-pumpkins', 'recommendation_form_email' => 'jgunderson-palmer@aarp.org,bekim@americantowns.com,katherine@americantowns.com', 'recreation-image' => 'rec-cool-b', 'restaurantform_email' => 'bmazur@aarp.org,bekim@americantowns.com', 'restaurant_radius' => '10,20,30', 'season-activities' => 'Walking, microbreweries ', 'season-image' => 'spring-fun-warm-m', 'seasonal_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/seasonal-big-t.jpg', 'seasonal_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/seasonal.jpg', 'seasonal_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/seasonal-t.jpg', 'season_header' => 'Spring Fun', 'season_title' => 'Spring', 'skiing_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/skiing-big-t.jpg', 'skiing_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/skiing.jpg', 'skiing_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/skiing-t.jpg', 'spring-fun-image' => 'spring-fun-warm-m', 'state_blog_header' => 'AARP State News', 'state_blog_name' => 'West Virginia', 'summer-fun-image' => 'summer-fun-warm-m', 'tas_state_link' => 'https://takeastand.aarp.org/congressional-action-chart/?state=West+Virginia', 'term' => 'in Charleston', 'thingstodo_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/things-to-do3-big-t.jpg', 'thingstodo_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/things-to-do3.jpg', 'thingstodo_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/things-to-do3-t.jpg', 'vcc_featured_image' => 'https://s3.amazonaws.com/local-aarp/img/vcc/featured/20210430_4C9F7646-96EC-4C88-960A-997CE34788BC.jpg', 'veterans-image' => 'veterans', 'video_tout_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/video-touts/san-antonio-video.png', 'vineyards-wineries-image' => 'wineries', 'volunteer-today-button' => '<span class="media-middle"> <a href="https://www.aarp.org/volunteer/virtual/?intcmp=CSN-LNK-AARPLOCAL-VOLINT-20210331-{local_tracking_code_town}-{local_tracking_code_state}" class="red btn" target="_blank">I WANT TO VOLUNTEER</a> </span>', 'volunteering-image' => 'volunteering-winter', 'volunteering-news-image' => 'volunteer-all-m-hands', 'volunteer_help_image' => 'volunteering-help-military-families', 'volunteer_help_link_name' => 'See Projects', 'volunteer_help_link_url' => 'https://www.createthegood.org/how-to-guides?intcmp=SNG-LNK-AARPLOCAL-VOLHTG-20140805-{local_tracking_code_town}-{local_tracking_code_state}', 'volunteer_help_subtitle' => 'Help Military Families', 'volunteer_help_title' => 'Do-It-Yourself Project Guides', 'winter-fun-image' => 'winter-fun-snow-c-ski', 'winterfun_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/winter-fun-big-t.jpg', 'winterfun_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/winter-fun.jpg', 'winterfun_pic_nav2' => '<li><a href="/{town_sef_url}/skiing/"><img src="{local_skiing_big_thumb}" title="Skiing"><span>Skiing</span></a></li>', 'winterfun_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/winter-fun-t.jpg', 'youtube_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/icons/youtube.png', 'news_link' => 'https://www.aarp.org/WV?intcmp=SNG-LNK-AARPLOCAL-BLOGWV-20140101', 'contactus_text' => 'West Virginia', 'contactus_email' => 'WVAARP@aarp.org ', 'contactus_link' => 'https://states.aarp.org/about-aarp-west-virginia/?intcmp=SNG-LNK-AARPLOCAL-CONTACT-20140101', 'facebook_link' => 'https://www.facebook.com/AARPWestVirginia', 'twitter_link' => 'https://twitter.com/aarpwv', 'state_contract_id' => '56037', 'state_blog_flag' => 'https://states.aarp.org/wp-content/themes/aarpstates/images/state_flags/west-virginia.png', 'state_blog_link' => 'https://states.aarp.org/region/west-virginia/', 'state_blog_rss' => 'https://states.aarp.org/region/west-virginia/feed', 'cold_state' => 'yes', 'embed_video_2' => '5763161969001', '2020_election_link' => 'https://local.aarp.org/news/how-to-vote-in-west-virginias-2020-election-what-you-need-to-know-wv-2020-08-05.html', 'State_Label' => 'West Virginia's', 'vaccine_url' => 'https://local.aarp.org/news/the-covid19-vaccine-distribution-plan-in-west-virginia-wv-2021-02-04.html', 'at_ski_resort' => 'y', 'state_capital' => 'charleston-wv', '2024_election_link' => 'https://states.aarp.org/west-virginia/election-voting-guide', '2024_election_link_es' => 'https://states.aarp.org/west-virginia/elecciones-guia-para-votar-virginia-occidental', 'advanced_directives_link' => 'https://www.caringinfo.org/wp-content/uploads/WestVirginia.pdf', 'full_state' => 'West Virginia', 'county' => 'Kanawha', 'geo' => array( (int) 0 => (float) -81.635398864746, (int) 1 => (float) 38.353298187256 ), 'latitude' => (float) 38.353298187256, 'longitude' => (float) -81.635398864746, 'city_state' => 'Charleston, WV', 'city_state_search' => 'Charleston WV,Charleton WV', 'pilot_name' => 'Charleston', 'pilot_sef_url' => 'charleston-wv', 'community_id' => (int) 72, 'community_name' => 'Charleston', 'community_state' => 'WV', 'community_region' => 'South', 'brightspot_region' => 'charleston-wv', 'title' => 'Charleston, WV', 'subtitle' => 'Highlighting {local_city} ', 'tracking_code_town' => 'CHARLESTON', 'tracking_code_state' => 'WV', 'ad_state' => 'wv', 'ad_city' => 'charleston', 'ad_region' => null, 'timezone' => 'America/New_York', 'type' => 'town', 'zip' => '25301', 'sef_url' => 'charleston-wv', 'americantowns_url' => 'https://www.americantowns.com/charleston-wv/', 'alt_names' => 'Charleston,Charleton', 'zipcodes' => array( (int) 0 => '25301', (int) 1 => '25302', (int) 2 => '25303', (int) 3 => '25304', (int) 4 => '25305', (int) 5 => '25306', (int) 6 => '25309', (int) 7 => '25311', (int) 8 => '25312', (int) 9 => '25313', (int) 10 => '25314', (int) 11 => '25315', (int) 12 => '25317', (int) 13 => '25320', (int) 14 => '25321', (int) 15 => '25322', (int) 16 => '25323', (int) 17 => '25324', (int) 18 => '25325', (int) 19 => '25326', (int) 20 => '25327', (int) 21 => '25328', (int) 22 => '25329', (int) 23 => '25330', (int) 24 => '25331', (int) 25 => '25332', (int) 26 => '25333', (int) 27 => '25334', (int) 28 => '25335', (int) 29 => '25336', (int) 30 => '25337', (int) 31 => '25338', (int) 32 => '25339', (int) 33 => '25350', (int) 34 => '25356', (int) 35 => '25357', (int) 36 => '25358', (int) 37 => '25360', (int) 38 => '25361', (int) 39 => '25362', (int) 40 => '25364', (int) 41 => '25365', (int) 42 => '25375', (int) 43 => '25387', (int) 44 => '25389', (int) 45 => '25392', (int) 46 => '25396' ), 'urls' => array( (int) 0 => 'charleston-wv', (int) 1 => 'charleton-wv', (int) 2 => 'big-chimney-wv', (int) 3 => 's-charleston-wv', (int) 4 => 'south-charleston-wv', (int) 5 => 'kanawha-city-wv', (int) 6 => 'malden-wv', (int) 7 => 'cross-lanes-wv', (int) 8 => 'chesapeake-wv', (int) 9 => 'marmet-wv', (int) 10 => 'wv-dept-of-motor-veh-wv', (int) 11 => 'sissonville-wv', (int) 12 => 'united-bank-wv', (int) 13 => 'verizon-wv' ), 'town_ids' => array( (int) 0 => '10525', (int) 1 => '10526', (int) 2 => '10527', (int) 3 => '10528', (int) 4 => '10529', (int) 5 => '10530', (int) 6 => '10531', (int) 7 => '10532', (int) 8 => '10533', (int) 9 => '10534', (int) 10 => '10535', (int) 11 => '10536', (int) 12 => '10537', (int) 13 => '10538', (int) 14 => '10539', (int) 15 => '10540', (int) 16 => '10541', (int) 17 => '10542', (int) 18 => '10543', (int) 19 => '10544', (int) 20 => '10545', (int) 21 => '10546', (int) 22 => '10547', (int) 23 => '10548', (int) 24 => '10549', (int) 25 => '10550', (int) 26 => '10551', (int) 27 => '10552', (int) 28 => '10553', (int) 29 => '10554', (int) 30 => '10555', (int) 31 => '10556', (int) 32 => '10557', (int) 33 => '10558', (int) 34 => '10559', (int) 35 => '10560', (int) 36 => '10561', (int) 37 => '10562', (int) 38 => '10563', (int) 39 => '10564', (int) 40 => '10565', (int) 41 => '10566', (int) 42 => '10567', (int) 43 => '10568', (int) 44 => '10569', (int) 45 => '10570', (int) 46 => '10571' ), 'has_happenings' => 'true', 'cvent_community_code' => 'wv-charleston' ) $callCake = true $matches = array( (int) 0 => array( (int) 0 => '{ifnot_slug==healthy-living/map} {module_RHS - AARP Events} {endif}', (int) 1 => 'slug==healthy-living/map', (int) 2 => ' {module_RHS - AARP Events} ' ) ) $match = array( (int) 0 => '{ifnot_slug==healthy-living/map} {module_RHS - AARP Events} {endif}', (int) 1 => 'slug==healthy-living/map', (int) 2 => ' {module_RHS - AARP Events} ' ) $token = 'slug' $keyword = 'healthy-living/map'</pre><pre class="stack-trace">Localize::replace() - APP/Lib/Localize.php, line 152 Modules::render() - APP/Lib/Modules.php, line 9 include - APP/View/Elements/display.ctp, line 13 View::_evaluate() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 971 View::_render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 933 View::render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 473 Controller::render() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, 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The best way to stop a scam is to spot the red flags!</i></b> <br><br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/d3/c2/001db645418b8d1f8cb141214b76/1-fwn-april-2025.png" alt="1. FWN April 2025.png" width="1080" height="1080" style="height: auto; max-width: 300px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><b>2024 Fraud Totals</b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.ftc.gov/reports/consumer-sentinel-network-data-book-2024" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>MORE RESOURCES</b></a></span></span><br>Fraud reached unprecedented levels in 2024, with a staggering $12.5 billion lost, a shocking increase of 25% over 2023. The number of reports remained stable from 2023 to 2024, but the percentage of reporters who had money stolen jumped from 27% to 38%.<br><br>Key Takeaways:<br></p><ul><li>Impostor scams continue to rise, with criminals impersonating trusted individuals, companies, or government agencies to deceive victims.</li><li>1 in 5 victims of impostor scams had money stolen from them, with an average loss of about $800 per person.</li><li>Many scams were tied to gift card purchases or cryptocurrency, with a total of $2.95 billion being stolen from consumers across the country.</li></ul><p>Email remained the most popular method for criminals to reach their victims, with a 25% increase in its use compared to last year.<br><br>These numbers are shocking, but the true extent of fraud is likely much higher, as a significant amount of fraud goes unreported. Last October, the FTC factored in underreporting from 2023, estimating that the $10.4 billion in losses reported to the agency that year was more like $158.3 billion.<br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/6c/16/4e0a29d840a799173d938702858b/2-fwn-april-2025.png" alt="2. FWN April 2025.png" width="1080" height="1080" style="height: auto; max-width: 300px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><b>Avoiding Fake Tax Preparers</b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/new-jersey/ag-platkin-high-alert-for-fraud-tax-season" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>MORE RESOURCES</b></a></span></span><br>April 15 is almost here, and many Americans are realizing that their plans to do their own taxes this year didn't work out. If you're one of them and looking for some last-minute help, here's what to look out for to avoid fraudulent tax preparers.<br><br>Pay attention to payment and promises. Tax scammers may ask for payment in cash up-front or ask to be paid a percentage of your return. Some might also promise a large return before they even see your paperwork. These are all red flags. No one can guarantee you a return nor should anyone be paid in advance or more than a standard fee.<br><br>Another warning sign is someone who avoids filling out their tax preparer ID or refuses to sign your return. Anyone who isn't willing to identify themselves on your tax forms or asks you to sign your tax return before it's completed shouldn't be trusted.<br><br>Tax season can be stressful, but resources are available at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.irs.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">IRS.gov</a></span></span> to help you find a reliable and safe professional to help you through it.<br><br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/71/4b/f09ad68f478097571cdaa59da9f9/3-fwn-april-2025.png" alt="3. FWN April 2025.png" width="1080" height="1080" style="height: auto; max-width: 300px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><b>TSA Deadlines & Real ID Scams</b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/info-2025/avoid-real-id-scams.html?intcmp=AE-FRDSC-MOR-R2-POS3" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>MORE RESOURCES</b></a></span></span><br><br>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. This change is based on a recommendation of the 9/11 Commission as a way to improve airline safety. Beware -- anytime there is a deadline there will also be scams.<br><br>Most Real ID scams will likely be <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/phishing/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">phishing</a></span></span> attempts that appear to be from a legitimate source, such as your state DMV or the federal Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Be wary of emails, texts or phone calls claiming to be from these agencies -- or another state agency -- and never click on links. These government offices will not contact you about Real ID. It is an optional license and is up to each individual to obtain it on their own.<br><br>For more information about obtaining a Real ID , contact your state or local DMV office or visit dhs.gov/<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><span class="Link">real-id</span></span></span>.<br><br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/19/f7/6aa4c89440a69db28975b6b0024b/4-fwn-april-2025.png" alt="4. FWN April 2025.png" width="1080" height="1080" style="height: auto; max-width: 300px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><b>How to Avoid Fake Check Scams</b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/fake-check-what-you-need-to-know/?intcmp=AE-FRDSC-MOR-R2-POS3" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>MORE RESOURCES</b></a></span></span><br>Several scams rely on convincing the target to deposit a check as a first step of the crime. They then convince the target to use the money in a specific way. For example, in some work-from-home scams, the “company” will send a check for deposit, and then once it “clears”, they direct the target to purchase needed office equipment from the company’s “catalogue”.<br><br>The catch? The check was fake and it bounced, and the equipment catalogue was fake, too. The money the target spent on “equipment” came from their own money. And, the equipment never comes.<br><br>Even though a check deposit may appear to be cleared on your banking app or website, the process can take several weeks. The criminals rely on most of us not knowing this, so they get us to deposit and then quickly transact against the deposit. When the check is determined to be fake, the target is out that money.<br><br>Be suspicious anytime someone wants to send a check that you then must act on with some immediacy – making purchases, paying a fee or sending funds to a third party for example.<br><b>_____________________________________________________</b><br><b>Be a fraud fighter! If you can <u>spot</u> a scam, you can <u>stop</u> a scam.</b><br><br><b>Report scams to local law enforcement. 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'' : 'none')">Context</a><pre id="cakeErr6800d952ee05b-code" class="cake-code-dump" style="display: none;"><code><span style="color: #000000"><span style="color: #0000BB"> </span><span style="color: #007700">if(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">strstr</span><span style="color: #007700">(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$match</span><span style="color: #007700">[</span><span style="color: #0000BB">1</span><span style="color: #007700">],</span><span style="color: #DD0000">'=='</span><span style="color: #007700">)) {</span></span></code> <code><span style="color: #000000"><span style="color: #0000BB"> </span><span style="color: #007700">list(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$token</span><span style="color: #007700">,</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$keyword</span><span style="color: #007700">) = </span><span style="color: #0000BB">explode</span><span style="color: #007700">(</span><span style="color: #DD0000">"=="</span><span style="color: #007700">,</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$match</span><span style="color: #007700">[</span><span style="color: #0000BB">1</span><span style="color: #007700">],</span><span style="color: #0000BB">2</span><span style="color: #007700">);</span></span></code> <span class="code-highlight"><code><span style="color: #000000"><span style="color: #0000BB"> $text </span><span style="color: #007700">= </span><span style="color: #0000BB">str_replace</span><span style="color: #007700">(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$match</span><span style="color: #007700">[</span><span style="color: #0000BB">0</span><span style="color: #007700">], (</span><span style="color: #0000BB">strtolower</span><span style="color: #007700">(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$town</span><span style="color: #007700">[</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$token</span><span style="color: #007700">]) != </span><span style="color: #0000BB">strtolower</span><span style="color: #007700">(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$keyword</span><span style="color: #007700">) ? </span><span style="color: #0000BB">self</span><span style="color: #007700">::</span><span style="color: #0000BB">replace</span><span style="color: #007700">(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$match</span><span style="color: #007700">[</span><span style="color: #0000BB">2</span><span style="color: #007700">], </span><span style="color: #0000BB">$town</span><span style="color: #007700">, </span><span style="color: #0000BB">$callCake</span><span style="color: #007700">): </span><span style="color: #DD0000">''</span><span style="color: #007700">), </span><span style="color: #0000BB">$text</span><span style="color: #007700">);</span></span></code></span></pre><pre id="cakeErr6800d952ee05b-context" class="cake-context" style="display: none;">$text = '<!--default--> <!-- module_RHS - AARP Events --> {ifnot_slug==healthy-living/map} {module_RHS - AARP Events} {endif} {module_RHS - Tout A} {module_RHS - Ad Slot 1} {module_RHS - Join AARP Today} {module_RHS - Ad Slot 2} {module_FB - State Side Panel} {module_RHS - State Contact Us}' $town = array( '_id' => '576180bb0c4e268f7f8bb897', 'city' => 'Charleston', 'state' => 'WV', 'nearby' => array( (int) 0 => array( 'city' => 'Charleston', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'charleston-wv' ), (int) 1 => array( 'city' => 'South Charleston', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'south-charleston-wv' ), (int) 2 => array( 'city' => 'Dunbar', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'dunbar-wv' ), (int) 3 => array( 'city' => 'Cross Lanes', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'cross-lanes-wv' ), (int) 4 => array( 'city' => 'Institute', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'institute-wv' ), (int) 5 => array( 'city' => 'Tad', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'tad-wv' ), (int) 6 => array( 'city' => 'Pinch', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'pinch-wv' ), (int) 7 => array( 'city' => 'Hernshaw', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'hernshaw-wv' ), (int) 8 => array( 'city' => 'Belle', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'belle-wv' ), (int) 9 => array( 'city' => 'Saint Albans', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'saint-albans-wv' ), (int) 10 => array( 'city' => 'Elkview', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'elkview-wv' ), (int) 11 => array( 'city' => 'Nitro', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'nitro-wv' ), (int) 12 => array( 'city' => 'Tornado', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'tornado-wv' ), (int) 13 => array( 'city' => 'Blount', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'blount-wv' ), (int) 14 => array( 'city' => 'Upper Falls', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'upper-falls-wv' ) ), 'local' => array( (int) 0 => 'charleston-wv', (int) 1 => 'south-charleston-wv', (int) 2 => 'dunbar-wv', (int) 3 => 'cross-lanes-wv', (int) 4 => 'institute-wv', (int) 5 => 'tad-wv', (int) 6 => 'pinch-wv', (int) 7 => 'hernshaw-wv', (int) 8 => 'belle-wv', (int) 9 => 'saint-albans-wv', (int) 10 => 'elkview-wv', (int) 11 => 'nitro-wv', (int) 12 => 'tornado-wv', (int) 13 => 'blount-wv', (int) 14 => 'upper-falls-wv', (int) 15 => 'blue-creek-wv', (int) 16 => 'winifrede-wv', (int) 17 => 'ashford-wv', (int) 18 => 'poca-wv' ), 'season' => 'spring', 'aarp-events-image' => 'aarp-events', 'amusement-parks-image' => 'amusement-warm-c', 'arts-entertainment-image' => 'arts-all-bm', 'asset_version' => '240925', 'beaches-lakes-image' => 'beaches-lakes-cool-c', 'billboard1_caption' => 'Spring', 'billboard1_image_url' => '{local_happenings-image}', 'billboard1_link_url' => '/{local_sef_url}/happenings/', 'billboard1_subtitle' => 'See the Real Possibilities', 'billboard1_thumb_title' => ' Happenings', 'billboard1_thumb_url' => '{local_happenings-image}', 'billboard1_title' => 'Get to know AARP in {local_city_c}', 'billboard2_image_url' => '{local_season-image}', 'billboard2_link_url' => '/{local_sef_url}/{local_season}-fun/', 'billboard2_subtitle' => 'Explore fun and interesting things to do this {local_season} near you!', 'billboard2_thumb_title' => '{local_season_header}', 'billboard2_thumb_url' => '{local_season-image}', 'billboard2_title' => 'Time for {local_season_header}!', 'billboard3_image_url' => '{local_volunteering-image}', 'billboard3_link_url' => '/{local_sef_url}/volunteering/', 'billboard3_subtitle' => 'Make a difference!', 'billboard3_thumb_title' => 'Volunteering', 'billboard3_thumb_url' => '{local_volunteering-image}', 'billboard3_title' => 'Volunteering lifts everyone's spirits', 'bvideo_name' => '{local_full_state_c}', 'city-select-image' => 'cityselect-spring', 'coffee-image' => 'coffee-warm-m', 'coffee_radius' => '10', 'community_blogs_archive' => 'charleston-wv', 'community_blogs_list' => 'caregiving,healthy-living,savings-and-planning,work-and-jobs,life-reimagined,all,{local_state},charleston-wv', 'connect_town_groups' => '[{ "towns": { "atlanta-ga": { "name": "Atlanta, GA", "path": "/atlanta-ga/fight-fraud/" }, "chicago-il": { "name": "Chicago, IL", "path": "/chicago-il/fight-fraud/" }, "los-angeles-ca": { "name": "Los Angeles, CA", "path": "/los-angeles-ca/fight-fraud/" }, "new-york-ny": { "name": "New York City, NY", "path": "/new-york-ny/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "phoenix-az": { "name": "Phoenix, AZ", "path": "/phoenix-az/fight-fraud/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP1" }, { "towns": { "baltimore-md": { "name": "Baltimore Metro, MD", "path": "/baltimore-md/fight-fraud/" }, "dallas-tx": { "name": "Dallas, TX", "path": "/dallas-tx/fight-fraud/" }, "denver-co": { "name": "Denver, CO", "path": "/denver-co/fight-fraud/" }, "detroit-mi": { "name": "Detroit, MI", "path": "/detroit-mi/fight-fraud/" }, "orlando-fl": { "name": "Central Florida, FL", "path": "/orlando-fl/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "houston-tx": { "name": "Houston, TX", "path": "/houston-tx/fight-fraud/" }, "brookhaven-ny": { "name": "Long Island, NY", "path": "/brookhaven-ny/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "san-diego-ca": { "name": "San Diego County, CA", "path": "/san-diego-ca/fight-fraud/" }, "miami-fl": { "name": "South Florida, FL", "path": "/miami-fl/fight-fraud/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP2" }, { "towns": { "charlotte-nc": { "name": "Charlotte, NC", "path": "/charlotte-nc/aarp-events/" }, "boston-ma": { "name": "Greater Boston, MA", "path": "/boston-ma/aarp-events/?showtowns=true" }, "indianapolis-in": { "name": "Indianapolis, IN", "path": "/indianapolis-in/aarp-events/" }, "las-vegas-nv": { "name": "Las Vegas, NV", "path": "/las-vegas-nv/aarp-events/" }, "philadelphia-pa": { "name": "Philadelphia, PA", "path": "/philadelphia-pa/aarp-events/" }, "pittsburgh-pa": { "name": "Pittsburgh, PA", "path": "/pittsburgh-pa/aarp-events/" }, "portland-or": { "name": "Portland Metro, OR", "path": "/portland-or/aarp-events/" }, "seattle-wa": { "name": "Seattle, WA", "path": "/seattle-wa/aarp-events/" }, "saint-louis-mo": { "name": "St Louis, MO", "path": "/saint-louis-mo/aarp-events/" }, "minneapolis-mn": { "name": "Twin Cities, MN", "path": "/minneapolis-mn/aarp-events/?showtowns=true" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP3" }, { "towns": { "new-orleans-la": { "name": "Greater New Orleans, LA", "path": "/new-orleans-la/fight-fraud/" 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line 963 AppController::renderPage() - APP/Controller/AppController.php, line 136 BlogsController::display() - APP/Controller/BlogsController.php, line 81 ReflectionMethod::invokeArgs() - [internal], line ?? Controller::invokeAction() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 491 Dispatcher::_invoke() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 193 Dispatcher::dispatch() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 167 [main] - APP/webroot/index.php, line 118</pre></div></pre><div class="module clearfix"><!--default--> <!-- module_RHS - AARP Events --> <div class="ar-basic-box module-spacer"> <header> <div class="pull-right"> <a href="/charleston-wv/aarp-events/" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-SEEALL-EVENTS"> <img style="width:30px;" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/icons/aarp_event_icon.png" alt="Upcoming AARP Events" /> </a> </div> <h2 class="visible-lg">AARP Events for Charleston</h2> <h2 class="hidden-lg">AARP Events for Charleston</h2> </header> <div class="wrap"> <div class="ar-listing snippet"> <ul class="list"> <li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/aarp-event/aarp-live-cybercrime-and-fraud-prevention-tips-42125-9vn8twf4ts8.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-LIVE-CYBERCRIME-AND-FRAUD-PREVENTION-TIPS-42125">AARP Live: Cybercrime and Fraud Prevention Tips, 4/21/25</a></h2> <p class="time">Monday, Apr 21, 2025 at 8:00 p.m. ET</p> <p class="venue"></p> <p class="loc">Online Event</p> </li><li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/aarp-event/aarp-live-decluttering-for-today-and-tomorrow-51925-87nw6zdbytm.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-LIVE-DECLUTTERING-FOR-TODAY-AND-TOMORROW-51925">AARP Live: Decluttering for Today and Tomorrow , 5/19/25</a></h2> <p class="time">Monday, May 19, 2025 at 8:00 p.m. ET</p> <p class="venue"></p> <p class="loc">Online Event</p> </li><li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/aarp-event/aarp-live-social-security-whats-right-for-you-61625-glnbkkyk2gm.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-LIVE-SOCIAL-SECURITY-WHATS-RIGHT-FOR-YOU-61625">AARP Live: Social Security: What’s Right For You? , 6/16/25</a></h2> <p class="time">Monday, Jun 16, 2025 at 8:00 p.m. ET</p> <p class="venue"></p> <p class="loc">Online Event</p> </li> </ul> <p><a class="link-red" href="/charleston-wv/aarp-events/" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-SEEALL-EVENTS">View All AARP Events<i class="ml-1 fas fa-chevron-right"></i></a></p> </div> </div> </div> <div aria-hidden="true" class="aarpe-ad-wrapper"> <div class="aarpe-ad en clearfix" id="300x250_53475" data-adsize="300x250"> <script type="text/javascript"> if(typeof AARP.ads !== 'undefined'){ AARP.ads.slots({ id:'300x250_53475', size:'300x250'}); } </script> </div> </div> <div class="card-tout card-dark membership-tout" style="margin:0 0 30px 0;height:360px;"> <img class="img-responsive image" title="image of two AARP membership cards" alt="image of two AARP membership cards" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/tout-two-cards.png"> <div class="title">Last Chance to Save!<br />New Pricing Coming in 2025.</div> <br /> <p> This is AARP's first rate increase in 15 years.<br />Don't miss out, join today and save!<br /><br /> </p> <div class="action"> <a class="btn" href="https://appsec.aarp.org/mem/join?campaignid=UAJFT3&intcmp=LNK-CSN-AARPLOCAL-JRTOUT-RR-A-CHARLESTON-WV">Join AARP</a> <div class="body">Already a member? <a href="https://appsec.aarp.org/mem/renew?campaignid= UARFT3&intcmp=LNK-CSN-AARPLOCAL-JRTOUT-RR-A-CHARLESTON-WV">Renew</a> or <a href="https://www.aarp.org/benefits-discounts/my-membership/print-your-card/">Print Card</a></div> </div> </div> <style> .membership-tout {padding:16px 20px;} .membership-tout .list li { margin: 0; } </style> <div aria-hidden="true" class="aarpe-ad-wrapper"> <div class="aarpe-ad en clearfix" id="300x250_93505" data-adsize="300x250"> <script type="text/javascript"> if(typeof AARP.ads !== 'undefined'){ AARP.ads.slots({ id:'300x250_93505', size:'300x250'}); } </script> </div> </div> <div class="module-spacer text-center"> <div class="fb-page" alt="Image of AARP West Virginia Facebook Page" title="Image of AARP West Virginia Facebook Page" data-href="https://www.facebook.com/AARPWestVirginia" data-tabs="timeline" width="" height="" data-small-header="false" data-adapt-container-width="true" data-hide-cover="false" data-show-facepile="true"> <blockquote cite="https://www.facebook.com/AARPWestVirginia" class="fb-xfbml-parse-ignore"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/AARPWestVirginia">Facebook</a></blockquote> </div> </div> <div class="ar-basic-box module-spacer"> <header> <h2>Contact AARP <br />in Charleston</h2> </header> <div class="wrap"> <div class="ar-quick-list module-spacer"> <ul class="list-unstyled"> <li><i class="list-icon fa fa-envelope" alt="Email icon" title="Email icon" aria-hidden="true"></i><a href="mailto:WVAARP@aarp.org " target="_blank" rel="noopener">WVAARP@aarp.org </a></li> <li><i class="list-icon fa fa-globe" alt="Globe icon" title="Globe icon" aria-hidden="true"></i><a href="https://states.aarp.org/region/west-virginia/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">AARP West Virginia</a></li> <li><i class="list-icon fa fa-map-marker" alt="Map Marker icon" title="Map Marker icon" aria-hidden="true"></i><a href="https://states.aarp.org/about-aarp-west-virginia/?intcmp=SNG-LNK-AARPLOCAL-CONTACT-20140101-CHARLESTON-WV" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Contact Us</a></li> </ul> </div> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/AARPWestVirginia" target="_blank" rel="noopener" aria-label="Open Facebook"><img style="max-width: 48px;" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/page/icons/facebook.png" alt="Facebook icon" title="Facebook icon"></a> <a href="https://twitter.com/aarpwv" target="_blank" rel="noopener" aria-label="Open Twitter"><img style="max-width: 48px;" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/page/icons/twitter.png" alt="Twitter icon" title="Twitter icon"></a> </div> </div> </div></div> <div class="col-md-8 left-rail left-bot"></div> <div class="col-md-4 right-rail right-bot thin-rhs"></div> </div> <div class="row oneColumnLayout"> </div> <div class="row oneColumnLayout"> <div class="col-md-12"><!-- script to activate navbar --> <script type="text/javascript"> jQuery(".channelBarMain ul.left li a").click(function() { window.location = jQuery(this).attr('href'); }); </script> </div> </div> ' $scripts_for_layout = '<title>SCAM ALERT: Be on the Lookout for These Scams in April 2025</title> <meta name="page_title" content="SCAM ALERT: Be on the Lookout for These Scams in April 2025"/> <meta name="robots" content="noindex, nofollow"/> <meta content="Scammers are criminals. 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"Resource/aarp2_master.resource.footer.root.html");$viewFile = '/var/www/vhosts/vcc_staging/app/View/Layouts/aarp_2023.ctp' $dataForView = array( 'content_for_layout' => '<div class="row twoColumnLayout"> <div class="col-md-8 left-rail"><div class="module clearfix"><div class="ar-basic-box"> <div> <div class="module-spacer"> <header><h1 class="article-headline">SCAM ALERT: Be on the Lookout for These Scams in April 2025</h1></header> <div class="posted-on"> Posted on 04/01/25 </div> </div> <div class="module-spacer"> <span class="blog-content"><p><div class="RichTextArticleBody"> <div class="RichTextArticleBody-body"><p><b><i>Scammers are criminals. The best way to stop a scam is to spot the red flags!</i></b> <br><br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/d3/c2/001db645418b8d1f8cb141214b76/1-fwn-april-2025.png" alt="1. FWN April 2025.png" width="1080" height="1080" style="height: auto; max-width: 300px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><b>2024 Fraud Totals</b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.ftc.gov/reports/consumer-sentinel-network-data-book-2024" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>MORE RESOURCES</b></a></span></span><br>Fraud reached unprecedented levels in 2024, with a staggering $12.5 billion lost, a shocking increase of 25% over 2023. The number of reports remained stable from 2023 to 2024, but the percentage of reporters who had money stolen jumped from 27% to 38%.<br><br>Key Takeaways:<br></p><ul><li>Impostor scams continue to rise, with criminals impersonating trusted individuals, companies, or government agencies to deceive victims.</li><li>1 in 5 victims of impostor scams had money stolen from them, with an average loss of about $800 per person.</li><li>Many scams were tied to gift card purchases or cryptocurrency, with a total of $2.95 billion being stolen from consumers across the country.</li></ul><p>Email remained the most popular method for criminals to reach their victims, with a 25% increase in its use compared to last year.<br><br>These numbers are shocking, but the true extent of fraud is likely much higher, as a significant amount of fraud goes unreported. Last October, the FTC factored in underreporting from 2023, estimating that the $10.4 billion in losses reported to the agency that year was more like $158.3 billion.<br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/6c/16/4e0a29d840a799173d938702858b/2-fwn-april-2025.png" alt="2. FWN April 2025.png" width="1080" height="1080" style="height: auto; max-width: 300px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><b>Avoiding Fake Tax Preparers</b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/new-jersey/ag-platkin-high-alert-for-fraud-tax-season" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>MORE RESOURCES</b></a></span></span><br>April 15 is almost here, and many Americans are realizing that their plans to do their own taxes this year didn't work out. If you're one of them and looking for some last-minute help, here's what to look out for to avoid fraudulent tax preparers.<br><br>Pay attention to payment and promises. Tax scammers may ask for payment in cash up-front or ask to be paid a percentage of your return. Some might also promise a large return before they even see your paperwork. These are all red flags. No one can guarantee you a return nor should anyone be paid in advance or more than a standard fee.<br><br>Another warning sign is someone who avoids filling out their tax preparer ID or refuses to sign your return. Anyone who isn't willing to identify themselves on your tax forms or asks you to sign your tax return before it's completed shouldn't be trusted.<br><br>Tax season can be stressful, but resources are available at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.irs.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">IRS.gov</a></span></span> to help you find a reliable and safe professional to help you through it.<br><br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/71/4b/f09ad68f478097571cdaa59da9f9/3-fwn-april-2025.png" alt="3. FWN April 2025.png" width="1080" height="1080" style="height: auto; max-width: 300px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><b>TSA Deadlines & Real ID Scams</b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/info-2025/avoid-real-id-scams.html?intcmp=AE-FRDSC-MOR-R2-POS3" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>MORE RESOURCES</b></a></span></span><br><br>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. This change is based on a recommendation of the 9/11 Commission as a way to improve airline safety. Beware -- anytime there is a deadline there will also be scams.<br><br>Most Real ID scams will likely be <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/phishing/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">phishing</a></span></span> attempts that appear to be from a legitimate source, such as your state DMV or the federal Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Be wary of emails, texts or phone calls claiming to be from these agencies -- or another state agency -- and never click on links. These government offices will not contact you about Real ID. It is an optional license and is up to each individual to obtain it on their own.<br><br>For more information about obtaining a Real ID , contact your state or local DMV office or visit dhs.gov/<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><span class="Link">real-id</span></span></span>.<br><br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/19/f7/6aa4c89440a69db28975b6b0024b/4-fwn-april-2025.png" alt="4. FWN April 2025.png" width="1080" height="1080" style="height: auto; max-width: 300px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><b>How to Avoid Fake Check Scams</b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/fake-check-what-you-need-to-know/?intcmp=AE-FRDSC-MOR-R2-POS3" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>MORE RESOURCES</b></a></span></span><br>Several scams rely on convincing the target to deposit a check as a first step of the crime. They then convince the target to use the money in a specific way. For example, in some work-from-home scams, the “company” will send a check for deposit, and then once it “clears”, they direct the target to purchase needed office equipment from the company’s “catalogue”.<br><br>The catch? The check was fake and it bounced, and the equipment catalogue was fake, too. The money the target spent on “equipment” came from their own money. And, the equipment never comes.<br><br>Even though a check deposit may appear to be cleared on your banking app or website, the process can take several weeks. The criminals rely on most of us not knowing this, so they get us to deposit and then quickly transact against the deposit. When the check is determined to be fake, the target is out that money.<br><br>Be suspicious anytime someone wants to send a check that you then must act on with some immediacy – making purchases, paying a fee or sending funds to a third party for example.<br><b>_____________________________________________________</b><br><b>Be a fraud fighter! If you can <u>spot</u> a scam, you can <u>stop</u> a scam.</b><br><br><b>Report scams to local law enforcement. For help from AARP, call 877-908-3360 or visit the AARP Fraud Watch Network at </b><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="http://www.aarp.org/fraudwatchnetwork" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>www.aarp.org/fraudwatchnetwork</b></a></span></span></p></div> </div> </p></span> </div> </div> </div> </div><div class="module clearfix"><script src="https://npmcdn.com/flickity@2/dist/flickity.pkgd.min.js"></script> <script src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.d703996ba6a992470f9f7fa2170736df.gz.js"></script> <link class="Webpack-css" rel="stylesheet" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.2cef3303b65f09149a6db29044f033cb.gz.css"> <!-- <script src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.c85a242a55150cd195e494cd6e5b9c77.gz.js" async=""></script> <link rel="stylesheet" media="all" href="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/resource/00000168-dd17-d487-a96e-df5fe3ee0000/styleguide/All.min.bfe6eb5a8301841feef3af4e9bd1e26d.gz.css"> --> <!-- bypass --> <style> a:focus, a:hover { text-decoration: underline; } h1.article-headline { margin: 0 0 1rem; } </style> <!-- <style> .Enhancement-item .Figure { margin-bottom: 24px; } .RichTextArticleBody-body ul { margin-bottom: 24px; } .RichTextArticleBody-body p{ margin: 12px 0; } .RichTextModule-items { clear: both; display: table; width: 100%; margin-bottom: 12px; } .VideoEnhancement>* { color: var(--primaryTextColor); font-size: 13px; font-weight: 400; line-height: 1.4; font-style: italic; background: #f0efed } @media only screen and (min-width: 768px) { .VideoEnhancement>* { font-size:14px; font-weight: 400; line-height: 1.47 } } .VideoEnhancement-title { padding: 20px } @media only screen and (min-width: 768px) { .VideoEnhancement-title { padding:30px } } .VideoEnhancement-player>* { position: relative; width: 100%; height: 0; padding-bottom: 56.25% } .VideoEnhancement iframe { border: 0; position: absolute; top: 0; left: 0; width: 100%; height: 100% } [data-video-player] { display: block; padding-bottom: 56.25%; height: 0; margin: 0 auto; } [data-video-player][data-aspect-ratio="4x3"] { padding-bottom: 56.25%; } [data-video-player][data-aspect-ratio="16x9"] { padding-bottom: 56.25% } </style> --></div><div class="module clearfix"><div class="module-spacer tout-homefit-750"> <a data-formelementid="CSN-LOCAL-HC-NEWSSK-02272024" href="/charleston-wv/home-and-community/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-HC-NEWSSK-02272024"><img class="img-responsive" alt="Explore the free AARP HomeFit Guide" title="Explore the free AARP HomeFit Guide" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/touts/HomeFit_750x150.png"></a> </div></div></div> <div class="col-md-4 right-rail thin-rhs"><pre class="cake-error"><a href="javascript:void(0);" onclick="document.getElementById('cakeErr6800d952ee05b-trace').style.display = (document.getElementById('cakeErr6800d952ee05b-trace').style.display == 'none' ? 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{module_FB - State Side Panel} {module_RHS - State Contact Us}' $town = array( '_id' => '576180bb0c4e268f7f8bb897', 'city' => 'Charleston', 'state' => 'WV', 'nearby' => array( (int) 0 => array( 'city' => 'Charleston', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'charleston-wv' ), (int) 1 => array( 'city' => 'South Charleston', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'south-charleston-wv' ), (int) 2 => array( 'city' => 'Dunbar', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'dunbar-wv' ), (int) 3 => array( 'city' => 'Cross Lanes', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'cross-lanes-wv' ), (int) 4 => array( 'city' => 'Institute', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'institute-wv' ), (int) 5 => array( 'city' => 'Tad', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'tad-wv' ), (int) 6 => array( 'city' => 'Pinch', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'pinch-wv' ), (int) 7 => array( 'city' => 'Hernshaw', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'hernshaw-wv' ), (int) 8 => array( 'city' => 'Belle', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'belle-wv' ), (int) 9 => array( 'city' => 'Saint Albans', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'saint-albans-wv' ), (int) 10 => array( 'city' => 'Elkview', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'elkview-wv' ), (int) 11 => array( 'city' => 'Nitro', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'nitro-wv' ), (int) 12 => array( 'city' => 'Tornado', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'tornado-wv' ), (int) 13 => array( 'city' => 'Blount', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'blount-wv' ), (int) 14 => array( 'city' => 'Upper Falls', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'upper-falls-wv' ) ), 'local' => array( (int) 0 => 'charleston-wv', (int) 1 => 'south-charleston-wv', (int) 2 => 'dunbar-wv', (int) 3 => 'cross-lanes-wv', (int) 4 => 'institute-wv', (int) 5 => 'tad-wv', (int) 6 => 'pinch-wv', (int) 7 => 'hernshaw-wv', (int) 8 => 'belle-wv', (int) 9 => 'saint-albans-wv', (int) 10 => 'elkview-wv', (int) 11 => 'nitro-wv', (int) 12 => 'tornado-wv', (int) 13 => 'blount-wv', (int) 14 => 'upper-falls-wv', (int) 15 => 'blue-creek-wv', (int) 16 => 'winifrede-wv', (int) 17 => 'ashford-wv', (int) 18 => 'poca-wv' ), 'season' => 'spring', 'aarp-events-image' => 'aarp-events', 'amusement-parks-image' => 'amusement-warm-c', 'arts-entertainment-image' => 'arts-all-bm', 'asset_version' => '240925', 'beaches-lakes-image' => 'beaches-lakes-cool-c', 'billboard1_caption' => 'Spring', 'billboard1_image_url' => '{local_happenings-image}', 'billboard1_link_url' => '/{local_sef_url}/happenings/', 'billboard1_subtitle' => 'See the Real Possibilities', 'billboard1_thumb_title' => ' Happenings', 'billboard1_thumb_url' => '{local_happenings-image}', 'billboard1_title' => 'Get to know AARP in {local_city_c}', 'billboard2_image_url' => '{local_season-image}', 'billboard2_link_url' => '/{local_sef_url}/{local_season}-fun/', 'billboard2_subtitle' => 'Explore fun and interesting things to do this {local_season} near you!', 'billboard2_thumb_title' => '{local_season_header}', 'billboard2_thumb_url' => '{local_season-image}', 'billboard2_title' => 'Time for {local_season_header}!', 'billboard3_image_url' => '{local_volunteering-image}', 'billboard3_link_url' => '/{local_sef_url}/volunteering/', 'billboard3_subtitle' => 'Make a difference!', 'billboard3_thumb_title' => 'Volunteering', 'billboard3_thumb_url' => '{local_volunteering-image}', 'billboard3_title' => 'Volunteering lifts everyone's spirits', 'bvideo_name' => '{local_full_state_c}', 'city-select-image' => 'cityselect-spring', 'coffee-image' => 'coffee-warm-m', 'coffee_radius' => '10', 'community_blogs_archive' => 'charleston-wv', 'community_blogs_list' => 'caregiving,healthy-living,savings-and-planning,work-and-jobs,life-reimagined,all,{local_state},charleston-wv', 'connect_town_groups' => '[{ "towns": { "atlanta-ga": { "name": "Atlanta, GA", "path": "/atlanta-ga/fight-fraud/" }, "chicago-il": { "name": "Chicago, IL", "path": "/chicago-il/fight-fraud/" }, "los-angeles-ca": { "name": "Los Angeles, CA", "path": "/los-angeles-ca/fight-fraud/" }, "new-york-ny": { "name": "New York City, NY", "path": "/new-york-ny/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "phoenix-az": { "name": "Phoenix, AZ", "path": "/phoenix-az/fight-fraud/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP1" }, { "towns": { "baltimore-md": { "name": "Baltimore Metro, MD", "path": "/baltimore-md/fight-fraud/" }, "dallas-tx": { "name": "Dallas, TX", "path": "/dallas-tx/fight-fraud/" }, "denver-co": { "name": "Denver, CO", "path": "/denver-co/fight-fraud/" }, "detroit-mi": { "name": "Detroit, MI", "path": "/detroit-mi/fight-fraud/" }, "orlando-fl": { "name": "Central Florida, FL", "path": "/orlando-fl/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "houston-tx": { "name": "Houston, TX", "path": "/houston-tx/fight-fraud/" }, "brookhaven-ny": { "name": "Long Island, NY", "path": "/brookhaven-ny/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "san-diego-ca": { "name": "San Diego County, CA", "path": "/san-diego-ca/fight-fraud/" }, "miami-fl": { "name": "South Florida, FL", "path": "/miami-fl/fight-fraud/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP2" }, { "towns": { "charlotte-nc": { "name": "Charlotte, NC", "path": "/charlotte-nc/aarp-events/" }, "boston-ma": { "name": "Greater Boston, MA", "path": "/boston-ma/aarp-events/?showtowns=true" }, "indianapolis-in": { "name": "Indianapolis, IN", "path": "/indianapolis-in/aarp-events/" }, "las-vegas-nv": { "name": "Las Vegas, NV", "path": "/las-vegas-nv/aarp-events/" }, "philadelphia-pa": { "name": "Philadelphia, PA", "path": "/philadelphia-pa/aarp-events/" }, "pittsburgh-pa": { "name": "Pittsburgh, PA", "path": "/pittsburgh-pa/aarp-events/" }, "portland-or": { "name": "Portland Metro, OR", "path": "/portland-or/aarp-events/" }, "seattle-wa": { "name": "Seattle, WA", "path": "/seattle-wa/aarp-events/" }, "saint-louis-mo": { "name": "St Louis, MO", "path": "/saint-louis-mo/aarp-events/" }, "minneapolis-mn": { "name": "Twin Cities, MN", "path": "/minneapolis-mn/aarp-events/?showtowns=true" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP3" }, { "towns": { "new-orleans-la": { "name": "Greater New Orleans, LA", "path": "/new-orleans-la/fight-fraud/" }, "hartford-ct": { "name": "Hartford, CT", "path": "/hartford-ct/fight-fraud/" }, "little-rock-ar": { "name": "Little Rock, AR", "path": "/little-rock-ar/fight-fraud/" }, "oahu-hi": { "name": "Oahu, HI", "path": "/oahu-hi/fight-fraud/" }, "omaha-ne": { "name": "Omaham, NE", "path": "/omaha-ne/fight-fraud/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP4" }, { "towns": { "des-moines-ia": { "name": "Des Moines, IA", "path": "/des-moines-ia/aarp-events/" }, "fargo-nd": { "name": "Fargo, ND", "path": "/fargo-nd/aarp-events/" }, "allentown-pa": { "name": "Lehigh Valley, PA", "path": "/allentown-pa/aarp-events/?showtowns=true" }, "dale-city-va": { "name": "Prince William County, VA", "path": "/dale-city-va/aarp-events/" }, "worcester-ma": { "name": "Worcester County, MA", "path": "/worcester-ma/aarp-events/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP5" }, { "towns": { "charleston-wv": { "name": "Charleston, WV", "path": "/charleston-wv/aarp-events/" }, "helena-mt": { "name": "Lewis and Clark County, MT", "path": "/helena-mt/aarp-events/" }, "manchester-nh": { "name": "New Hampshire, NH", "path": "/manchester-nh/aarp-events/" }, "providence-ri": { "name": "Providence, RI", "path": "/providence-ri/aarp-events/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP6" }]', 'cvent_display_module' => 'false', 'cvent_widget_city' => '{local_city_state}', 'embed_video' => '<iframe width="100%" height="349" src="//players.brightcove.net/3772599298001/HkD6Qklb_default/index.html?videoId={local_embed_video_2}" allowfullscreen frameborder="0"></iframe>', 'espanol-news-header' => 'Noticias de {local_city}', 'espanol-news-image' => 'losangeles-spanish', 'events-image' => 'events-all', 'events_careversation_group_min' => '8', 'events_driversafety_group_min' => '8', 'events_index_slot1' => '{module_Cvent New Widget Section 3}', 'events_tek_group_min' => '8', 'event_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/responsive/events-all-1140x655.jpg', 'event_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/event.jpg', 'event_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/event-t.jpg', 'fall-fun-image' => 'fall-fun-cool-c', 'fallfun_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/fall-fun10-big-t.jpg', 'fallfun_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/fall-fun10.jpg', 'fallfun_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/fall-fun10-t.jpg', 'farmers-markets-image' => 'farmers-markets-c', 'find_it_fast_link_url' => 'jobs', 'find_it_fast_title' => 'Work & Jobs', 'gfg-image' => 'gfg-warm-c-2', 'google_disclaimer' => '<p><b>Please note:</b> These listings are provided via Google for the {local_city} community. <b>Listings here do NOT imply that an AARP member discount is offered.</b> Please see the <a href="https://www.aarp.org/benefits-discounts/" target="_blank">AARP Membership & Benefits page</a> for a listing of businesses that do provide a member discount.</p>', 'happenings-image' => 'happenings-rural', 'happenings-tbd-pilot-text' => '<h2><span>Discover everything you can do with AARP</span></h2> <h3><span>See fun events, local offers, and more right where you live.</span></h3>', 'happenings_default_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/responsive/aarp-default-rp-min.png', 'happenings_gold_slug_line_10up' => 'AARP in {local_community_name}', 'happenings_gold_slug_line_state' => 'AARP in {local_full_state}', 'happenings_gold_slug_line_state_es' => 'AARP en Virginia Occidental', 'happenings_heading' => '{local_city} Happenings', 'happenings_twitter_header' => 'More from {local_city}', 'hiking-image' => 'hiking-cool-c', 'hiking_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/hiking4-big-t.jpg', 'hiking_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/hiking4.jpg', 'hiking_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/hiking4-t.jpg', 'home_events_slot1' => '{module_Cvent New Widget Section}', 'home_events_slot2' => '{module_HP - Blog - Learn More}', 'home_intro_text' => '<p> Select your community from the list below to learn about great programs, stimulating things to do, local services, discounts and more! </p>', 'hp-event-tout' => '{if_facebook_link}<div class="module-spacer text-center"> <div class="fb-page" data-href="{local_facebook_link}" data-tabs="timeline" data-small-header="false" data-adapt-container-width="true" data-hide-cover="false" data-show-facepile="true"><blockquote cite="{local_facebook_link}" class="fb-xfbml-parse-ignore"><a href="{local_facebook_link}">Facebook</a></blockquote></div></div> {endif}', 'ice_skating_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/responsive/ice-skating-all-1140x655.jpg', 'ice_skating_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/ice-skating.jpg', 'ice_skating_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/ice-skating-t.jpg', 'image_url' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/working-for-you.jpeg', 'jobs_widget_city' => '{local_city_c}', 'm2mredirect' => 'True', 'movies-image' => 'movies-all-c', 'movies_robots' => 'index, follow', 'name' => 'In Your Community', 'nature_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/nature-center2-big-t.jpg', 'nature_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/nature-center2.jpg', 'nature_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/nature-center2-t.jpg', 'nearme_map_radius' => '20', 'nearme_map_zip' => '{local_zip}', 'omniture_cookie' => 'charleston-wv-cp', 'page-title-right' => '{module_Event Snapshot Newsletter Signup}', 'parks-image' => 'parks-warm-c', 'pilot_towns_banner_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/classic/happenings-rural-240x140.jpg', 'pumpkin-picking-image' => 'fall-fun-all-1-pumpkins', 'recommendation_form_email' => 'jgunderson-palmer@aarp.org,bekim@americantowns.com,katherine@americantowns.com', 'recreation-image' => 'rec-cool-b', 'restaurantform_email' => 'bmazur@aarp.org,bekim@americantowns.com', 'restaurant_radius' => '10,20,30', 'season-activities' => 'Walking, microbreweries ', 'season-image' => 'spring-fun-warm-m', 'seasonal_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/seasonal-big-t.jpg', 'seasonal_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/seasonal.jpg', 'seasonal_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/seasonal-t.jpg', 'season_header' => 'Spring Fun', 'season_title' => 'Spring', 'skiing_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/skiing-big-t.jpg', 'skiing_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/skiing.jpg', 'skiing_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/skiing-t.jpg', 'spring-fun-image' => 'spring-fun-warm-m', 'state_blog_header' => 'AARP State News', 'state_blog_name' => 'West Virginia', 'summer-fun-image' => 'summer-fun-warm-m', 'tas_state_link' => 'https://takeastand.aarp.org/congressional-action-chart/?state=West+Virginia', 'term' => 'in Charleston', 'thingstodo_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/things-to-do3-big-t.jpg', 'thingstodo_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/things-to-do3.jpg', 'thingstodo_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/things-to-do3-t.jpg', 'vcc_featured_image' => 'https://s3.amazonaws.com/local-aarp/img/vcc/featured/20210430_4C9F7646-96EC-4C88-960A-997CE34788BC.jpg', 'veterans-image' => 'veterans', 'video_tout_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/video-touts/san-antonio-video.png', 'vineyards-wineries-image' => 'wineries', 'volunteer-today-button' => '<span class="media-middle"> <a href="https://www.aarp.org/volunteer/virtual/?intcmp=CSN-LNK-AARPLOCAL-VOLINT-20210331-{local_tracking_code_town}-{local_tracking_code_state}" class="red btn" target="_blank">I WANT TO VOLUNTEER</a> </span>', 'volunteering-image' => 'volunteering-winter', 'volunteering-news-image' => 'volunteer-all-m-hands', 'volunteer_help_image' => 'volunteering-help-military-families', 'volunteer_help_link_name' => 'See Projects', 'volunteer_help_link_url' => 'https://www.createthegood.org/how-to-guides?intcmp=SNG-LNK-AARPLOCAL-VOLHTG-20140805-{local_tracking_code_town}-{local_tracking_code_state}', 'volunteer_help_subtitle' => 'Help Military Families', 'volunteer_help_title' => 'Do-It-Yourself Project Guides', 'winter-fun-image' => 'winter-fun-snow-c-ski', 'winterfun_big_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/winter-fun-big-t.jpg', 'winterfun_hero_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/hero/winter-fun.jpg', 'winterfun_pic_nav2' => '<li><a href="/{town_sef_url}/skiing/"><img src="{local_skiing_big_thumb}" title="Skiing"><span>Skiing</span></a></li>', 'winterfun_thumb' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/thumbs/winter-fun-t.jpg', 'youtube_image' => 'https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/icons/youtube.png', 'news_link' => 'https://www.aarp.org/WV?intcmp=SNG-LNK-AARPLOCAL-BLOGWV-20140101', 'contactus_text' => 'West Virginia', 'contactus_email' => 'WVAARP@aarp.org ', 'contactus_link' => 'https://states.aarp.org/about-aarp-west-virginia/?intcmp=SNG-LNK-AARPLOCAL-CONTACT-20140101', 'facebook_link' => 'https://www.facebook.com/AARPWestVirginia', 'twitter_link' => 'https://twitter.com/aarpwv', 'state_contract_id' => '56037', 'state_blog_flag' => 'https://states.aarp.org/wp-content/themes/aarpstates/images/state_flags/west-virginia.png', 'state_blog_link' => 'https://states.aarp.org/region/west-virginia/', 'state_blog_rss' => 'https://states.aarp.org/region/west-virginia/feed', 'cold_state' => 'yes', 'embed_video_2' => '5763161969001', '2020_election_link' => 'https://local.aarp.org/news/how-to-vote-in-west-virginias-2020-election-what-you-need-to-know-wv-2020-08-05.html', 'State_Label' => 'West Virginia's', 'vaccine_url' => 'https://local.aarp.org/news/the-covid19-vaccine-distribution-plan-in-west-virginia-wv-2021-02-04.html', 'at_ski_resort' => 'y', 'state_capital' => 'charleston-wv', '2024_election_link' => 'https://states.aarp.org/west-virginia/election-voting-guide', '2024_election_link_es' => 'https://states.aarp.org/west-virginia/elecciones-guia-para-votar-virginia-occidental', 'advanced_directives_link' => 'https://www.caringinfo.org/wp-content/uploads/WestVirginia.pdf', 'full_state' => 'West Virginia', 'county' => 'Kanawha', 'geo' => array( (int) 0 => (float) -81.635398864746, (int) 1 => (float) 38.353298187256 ), 'latitude' => (float) 38.353298187256, 'longitude' => (float) -81.635398864746, 'city_state' => 'Charleston, WV', 'city_state_search' => 'Charleston WV,Charleton WV', 'pilot_name' => 'Charleston', 'pilot_sef_url' => 'charleston-wv', 'community_id' => (int) 72, 'community_name' => 'Charleston', 'community_state' => 'WV', 'community_region' => 'South', 'brightspot_region' => 'charleston-wv', 'title' => 'Charleston, WV', 'subtitle' => 'Highlighting {local_city} ', 'tracking_code_town' => 'CHARLESTON', 'tracking_code_state' => 'WV', 'ad_state' => 'wv', 'ad_city' => 'charleston', 'ad_region' => null, 'timezone' => 'America/New_York', 'type' => 'town', 'zip' => '25301', 'sef_url' => 'charleston-wv', 'americantowns_url' => 'https://www.americantowns.com/charleston-wv/', 'alt_names' => 'Charleston,Charleton', 'zipcodes' => array( (int) 0 => '25301', (int) 1 => '25302', (int) 2 => '25303', (int) 3 => '25304', (int) 4 => '25305', (int) 5 => '25306', (int) 6 => '25309', (int) 7 => '25311', (int) 8 => '25312', (int) 9 => '25313', (int) 10 => '25314', (int) 11 => '25315', (int) 12 => '25317', (int) 13 => '25320', (int) 14 => '25321', (int) 15 => '25322', (int) 16 => '25323', (int) 17 => '25324', (int) 18 => '25325', (int) 19 => '25326', (int) 20 => '25327', (int) 21 => '25328', (int) 22 => '25329', (int) 23 => '25330', (int) 24 => '25331', (int) 25 => '25332', (int) 26 => '25333', (int) 27 => '25334', (int) 28 => '25335', (int) 29 => '25336', (int) 30 => '25337', (int) 31 => '25338', (int) 32 => '25339', (int) 33 => '25350', (int) 34 => '25356', (int) 35 => '25357', (int) 36 => '25358', (int) 37 => '25360', (int) 38 => '25361', (int) 39 => '25362', (int) 40 => '25364', (int) 41 => '25365', (int) 42 => '25375', (int) 43 => '25387', (int) 44 => '25389', (int) 45 => '25392', (int) 46 => '25396' ), 'urls' => array( (int) 0 => 'charleston-wv', (int) 1 => 'charleton-wv', (int) 2 => 'big-chimney-wv', (int) 3 => 's-charleston-wv', (int) 4 => 'south-charleston-wv', (int) 5 => 'kanawha-city-wv', (int) 6 => 'malden-wv', (int) 7 => 'cross-lanes-wv', (int) 8 => 'chesapeake-wv', (int) 9 => 'marmet-wv', (int) 10 => 'wv-dept-of-motor-veh-wv', (int) 11 => 'sissonville-wv', (int) 12 => 'united-bank-wv', (int) 13 => 'verizon-wv' ), 'town_ids' => array( (int) 0 => '10525', (int) 1 => '10526', (int) 2 => '10527', (int) 3 => '10528', (int) 4 => '10529', (int) 5 => '10530', (int) 6 => '10531', (int) 7 => '10532', (int) 8 => '10533', (int) 9 => '10534', (int) 10 => '10535', (int) 11 => '10536', (int) 12 => '10537', (int) 13 => '10538', (int) 14 => '10539', (int) 15 => '10540', (int) 16 => '10541', (int) 17 => '10542', (int) 18 => '10543', (int) 19 => '10544', (int) 20 => '10545', (int) 21 => '10546', (int) 22 => '10547', (int) 23 => '10548', (int) 24 => '10549', (int) 25 => '10550', (int) 26 => '10551', (int) 27 => '10552', (int) 28 => '10553', (int) 29 => '10554', (int) 30 => '10555', (int) 31 => '10556', (int) 32 => '10557', (int) 33 => '10558', (int) 34 => '10559', (int) 35 => '10560', (int) 36 => '10561', (int) 37 => '10562', (int) 38 => '10563', (int) 39 => '10564', (int) 40 => '10565', (int) 41 => '10566', (int) 42 => '10567', (int) 43 => '10568', (int) 44 => '10569', (int) 45 => '10570', (int) 46 => '10571' ), 'has_happenings' => 'true', 'cvent_community_code' => 'wv-charleston' ) $callCake = true $matches = array( (int) 0 => array( (int) 0 => '{ifnot_slug==healthy-living/map} {module_RHS - AARP Events} {endif}', (int) 1 => 'slug==healthy-living/map', (int) 2 => ' {module_RHS - AARP Events} ' ) ) $match = array( (int) 0 => '{ifnot_slug==healthy-living/map} {module_RHS - AARP Events} {endif}', (int) 1 => 'slug==healthy-living/map', (int) 2 => ' {module_RHS - AARP Events} ' ) $token = 'slug' $keyword = 'healthy-living/map'</pre><pre class="stack-trace">Localize::replace() - APP/Lib/Localize.php, line 152 Modules::render() - APP/Lib/Modules.php, line 9 include - APP/View/Elements/display.ctp, line 13 View::_evaluate() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 971 View::_render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 933 View::render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 473 Controller::render() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, 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The best way to stop a scam is to spot the red flags!</i></b> <br><br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/d3/c2/001db645418b8d1f8cb141214b76/1-fwn-april-2025.png" alt="1. FWN April 2025.png" width="1080" height="1080" style="height: auto; max-width: 300px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><b>2024 Fraud Totals</b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.ftc.gov/reports/consumer-sentinel-network-data-book-2024" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>MORE RESOURCES</b></a></span></span><br>Fraud reached unprecedented levels in 2024, with a staggering $12.5 billion lost, a shocking increase of 25% over 2023. The number of reports remained stable from 2023 to 2024, but the percentage of reporters who had money stolen jumped from 27% to 38%.<br><br>Key Takeaways:<br></p><ul><li>Impostor scams continue to rise, with criminals impersonating trusted individuals, companies, or government agencies to deceive victims.</li><li>1 in 5 victims of impostor scams had money stolen from them, with an average loss of about $800 per person.</li><li>Many scams were tied to gift card purchases or cryptocurrency, with a total of $2.95 billion being stolen from consumers across the country.</li></ul><p>Email remained the most popular method for criminals to reach their victims, with a 25% increase in its use compared to last year.<br><br>These numbers are shocking, but the true extent of fraud is likely much higher, as a significant amount of fraud goes unreported. Last October, the FTC factored in underreporting from 2023, estimating that the $10.4 billion in losses reported to the agency that year was more like $158.3 billion.<br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/6c/16/4e0a29d840a799173d938702858b/2-fwn-april-2025.png" alt="2. FWN April 2025.png" width="1080" height="1080" style="height: auto; max-width: 300px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><b>Avoiding Fake Tax Preparers</b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://states.aarp.org/new-jersey/ag-platkin-high-alert-for-fraud-tax-season" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>MORE RESOURCES</b></a></span></span><br>April 15 is almost here, and many Americans are realizing that their plans to do their own taxes this year didn't work out. If you're one of them and looking for some last-minute help, here's what to look out for to avoid fraudulent tax preparers.<br><br>Pay attention to payment and promises. Tax scammers may ask for payment in cash up-front or ask to be paid a percentage of your return. Some might also promise a large return before they even see your paperwork. These are all red flags. No one can guarantee you a return nor should anyone be paid in advance or more than a standard fee.<br><br>Another warning sign is someone who avoids filling out their tax preparer ID or refuses to sign your return. Anyone who isn't willing to identify themselves on your tax forms or asks you to sign your tax return before it's completed shouldn't be trusted.<br><br>Tax season can be stressful, but resources are available at <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.irs.gov/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">IRS.gov</a></span></span> to help you find a reliable and safe professional to help you through it.<br><br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/71/4b/f09ad68f478097571cdaa59da9f9/3-fwn-april-2025.png" alt="3. FWN April 2025.png" width="1080" height="1080" style="height: auto; max-width: 300px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><b>TSA Deadlines & Real ID Scams</b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/info-2025/avoid-real-id-scams.html?intcmp=AE-FRDSC-MOR-R2-POS3" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>MORE RESOURCES</b></a></span></span><br><br>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. This change is based on a recommendation of the 9/11 Commission as a way to improve airline safety. Beware -- anytime there is a deadline there will also be scams.<br><br>Most Real ID scams will likely be <span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/phishing/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">phishing</a></span></span> attempts that appear to be from a legitimate source, such as your state DMV or the federal Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Be wary of emails, texts or phone calls claiming to be from these agencies -- or another state agency -- and never click on links. These government offices will not contact you about Real ID. It is an optional license and is up to each individual to obtain it on their own.<br><br>For more information about obtaining a Real ID , contact your state or local DMV office or visit dhs.gov/<span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><span class="Link">real-id</span></span></span>.<br><br></p><div class="Enhancement" > <div class="Enhancement-item"><figure class="Figure" data-alignment="left"> <img src="https://aarp-states.brightspotcdn.com/19/f7/6aa4c89440a69db28975b6b0024b/4-fwn-april-2025.png" alt="4. FWN April 2025.png" width="1080" height="1080" style="height: auto; max-width: 300px;"/> </figure> </div> </div><p><b>How to Avoid Fake Check Scams</b><br><span class="Enhancement" ><span class="Enhancement-item"><a class="Link" href="https://www.aarp.org/money/scams-fraud/fake-check-what-you-need-to-know/?intcmp=AE-FRDSC-MOR-R2-POS3" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer"><b>MORE RESOURCES</b></a></span></span><br>Several scams rely on convincing the target to deposit a check as a first step of the crime. They then convince the target to use the money in a specific way. For example, in some work-from-home scams, the “company” will send a check for deposit, and then once it “clears”, they direct the target to purchase needed office equipment from the company’s “catalogue”.<br><br>The catch? The check was fake and it bounced, and the equipment catalogue was fake, too. The money the target spent on “equipment” came from their own money. And, the equipment never comes.<br><br>Even though a check deposit may appear to be cleared on your banking app or website, the process can take several weeks. The criminals rely on most of us not knowing this, so they get us to deposit and then quickly transact against the deposit. When the check is determined to be fake, the target is out that money.<br><br>Be suspicious anytime someone wants to send a check that you then must act on with some immediacy – making purchases, paying a fee or sending funds to a third party for example.<br><b>_____________________________________________________</b><br><b>Be a fraud fighter! If you can <u>spot</u> a scam, you can <u>stop</u> a scam.</b><br><br><b>Report scams to local law enforcement. 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'' : 'none')">Context</a><pre id="cakeErr6800d952ee05b-code" class="cake-code-dump" style="display: none;"><code><span style="color: #000000"><span style="color: #0000BB"> </span><span style="color: #007700">if(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">strstr</span><span style="color: #007700">(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$match</span><span style="color: #007700">[</span><span style="color: #0000BB">1</span><span style="color: #007700">],</span><span style="color: #DD0000">'=='</span><span style="color: #007700">)) {</span></span></code> <code><span style="color: #000000"><span style="color: #0000BB"> </span><span style="color: #007700">list(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$token</span><span style="color: #007700">,</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$keyword</span><span style="color: #007700">) = </span><span style="color: #0000BB">explode</span><span style="color: #007700">(</span><span style="color: #DD0000">"=="</span><span style="color: #007700">,</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$match</span><span style="color: #007700">[</span><span style="color: #0000BB">1</span><span style="color: #007700">],</span><span style="color: #0000BB">2</span><span style="color: #007700">);</span></span></code> <span class="code-highlight"><code><span style="color: #000000"><span style="color: #0000BB"> $text </span><span style="color: #007700">= </span><span style="color: #0000BB">str_replace</span><span style="color: #007700">(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$match</span><span style="color: #007700">[</span><span style="color: #0000BB">0</span><span style="color: #007700">], (</span><span style="color: #0000BB">strtolower</span><span style="color: #007700">(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$town</span><span style="color: #007700">[</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$token</span><span style="color: #007700">]) != </span><span style="color: #0000BB">strtolower</span><span style="color: #007700">(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$keyword</span><span style="color: #007700">) ? </span><span style="color: #0000BB">self</span><span style="color: #007700">::</span><span style="color: #0000BB">replace</span><span style="color: #007700">(</span><span style="color: #0000BB">$match</span><span style="color: #007700">[</span><span style="color: #0000BB">2</span><span style="color: #007700">], </span><span style="color: #0000BB">$town</span><span style="color: #007700">, </span><span style="color: #0000BB">$callCake</span><span style="color: #007700">): </span><span style="color: #DD0000">''</span><span style="color: #007700">), </span><span style="color: #0000BB">$text</span><span style="color: #007700">);</span></span></code></span></pre><pre id="cakeErr6800d952ee05b-context" class="cake-context" style="display: none;">$text = '<!--default--> <!-- module_RHS - AARP Events --> {ifnot_slug==healthy-living/map} {module_RHS - AARP Events} {endif} {module_RHS - Tout A} {module_RHS - Ad Slot 1} {module_RHS - Join AARP Today} {module_RHS - Ad Slot 2} {module_FB - State Side Panel} {module_RHS - State Contact Us}' $town = array( '_id' => '576180bb0c4e268f7f8bb897', 'city' => 'Charleston', 'state' => 'WV', 'nearby' => array( (int) 0 => array( 'city' => 'Charleston', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'charleston-wv' ), (int) 1 => array( 'city' => 'South Charleston', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'south-charleston-wv' ), (int) 2 => array( 'city' => 'Dunbar', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'dunbar-wv' ), (int) 3 => array( 'city' => 'Cross Lanes', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'cross-lanes-wv' ), (int) 4 => array( 'city' => 'Institute', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'institute-wv' ), (int) 5 => array( 'city' => 'Tad', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'tad-wv' ), (int) 6 => array( 'city' => 'Pinch', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'pinch-wv' ), (int) 7 => array( 'city' => 'Hernshaw', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'hernshaw-wv' ), (int) 8 => array( 'city' => 'Belle', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'belle-wv' ), (int) 9 => array( 'city' => 'Saint Albans', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'saint-albans-wv' ), (int) 10 => array( 'city' => 'Elkview', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'elkview-wv' ), (int) 11 => array( 'city' => 'Nitro', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'nitro-wv' ), (int) 12 => array( 'city' => 'Tornado', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'tornado-wv' ), (int) 13 => array( 'city' => 'Blount', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'blount-wv' ), (int) 14 => array( 'city' => 'Upper Falls', 'state' => 'WV', 'sef_url' => 'upper-falls-wv' ) ), 'local' => array( (int) 0 => 'charleston-wv', (int) 1 => 'south-charleston-wv', (int) 2 => 'dunbar-wv', (int) 3 => 'cross-lanes-wv', (int) 4 => 'institute-wv', (int) 5 => 'tad-wv', (int) 6 => 'pinch-wv', (int) 7 => 'hernshaw-wv', (int) 8 => 'belle-wv', (int) 9 => 'saint-albans-wv', (int) 10 => 'elkview-wv', (int) 11 => 'nitro-wv', (int) 12 => 'tornado-wv', (int) 13 => 'blount-wv', (int) 14 => 'upper-falls-wv', (int) 15 => 'blue-creek-wv', (int) 16 => 'winifrede-wv', (int) 17 => 'ashford-wv', (int) 18 => 'poca-wv' ), 'season' => 'spring', 'aarp-events-image' => 'aarp-events', 'amusement-parks-image' => 'amusement-warm-c', 'arts-entertainment-image' => 'arts-all-bm', 'asset_version' => '240925', 'beaches-lakes-image' => 'beaches-lakes-cool-c', 'billboard1_caption' => 'Spring', 'billboard1_image_url' => '{local_happenings-image}', 'billboard1_link_url' => '/{local_sef_url}/happenings/', 'billboard1_subtitle' => 'See the Real Possibilities', 'billboard1_thumb_title' => ' Happenings', 'billboard1_thumb_url' => '{local_happenings-image}', 'billboard1_title' => 'Get to know AARP in {local_city_c}', 'billboard2_image_url' => '{local_season-image}', 'billboard2_link_url' => '/{local_sef_url}/{local_season}-fun/', 'billboard2_subtitle' => 'Explore fun and interesting things to do this {local_season} near you!', 'billboard2_thumb_title' => '{local_season_header}', 'billboard2_thumb_url' => '{local_season-image}', 'billboard2_title' => 'Time for {local_season_header}!', 'billboard3_image_url' => '{local_volunteering-image}', 'billboard3_link_url' => '/{local_sef_url}/volunteering/', 'billboard3_subtitle' => 'Make a difference!', 'billboard3_thumb_title' => 'Volunteering', 'billboard3_thumb_url' => '{local_volunteering-image}', 'billboard3_title' => 'Volunteering lifts everyone's spirits', 'bvideo_name' => '{local_full_state_c}', 'city-select-image' => 'cityselect-spring', 'coffee-image' => 'coffee-warm-m', 'coffee_radius' => '10', 'community_blogs_archive' => 'charleston-wv', 'community_blogs_list' => 'caregiving,healthy-living,savings-and-planning,work-and-jobs,life-reimagined,all,{local_state},charleston-wv', 'connect_town_groups' => '[{ "towns": { "atlanta-ga": { "name": "Atlanta, GA", "path": "/atlanta-ga/fight-fraud/" }, "chicago-il": { "name": "Chicago, IL", "path": "/chicago-il/fight-fraud/" }, "los-angeles-ca": { "name": "Los Angeles, CA", "path": "/los-angeles-ca/fight-fraud/" }, "new-york-ny": { "name": "New York City, NY", "path": "/new-york-ny/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "phoenix-az": { "name": "Phoenix, AZ", "path": "/phoenix-az/fight-fraud/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP1" }, { "towns": { "baltimore-md": { "name": "Baltimore Metro, MD", "path": "/baltimore-md/fight-fraud/" }, "dallas-tx": { "name": "Dallas, TX", "path": "/dallas-tx/fight-fraud/" }, "denver-co": { "name": "Denver, CO", "path": "/denver-co/fight-fraud/" }, "detroit-mi": { "name": "Detroit, MI", "path": "/detroit-mi/fight-fraud/" }, "orlando-fl": { "name": "Central Florida, FL", "path": "/orlando-fl/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "houston-tx": { "name": "Houston, TX", "path": "/houston-tx/fight-fraud/" }, "brookhaven-ny": { "name": "Long Island, NY", "path": "/brookhaven-ny/fight-fraud/?showtowns=true" }, "san-diego-ca": { "name": "San Diego County, CA", "path": "/san-diego-ca/fight-fraud/" }, "miami-fl": { "name": "South Florida, FL", "path": "/miami-fl/fight-fraud/" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP2" }, { "towns": { "charlotte-nc": { "name": "Charlotte, NC", "path": "/charlotte-nc/aarp-events/" }, "boston-ma": { "name": "Greater Boston, MA", "path": "/boston-ma/aarp-events/?showtowns=true" }, "indianapolis-in": { "name": "Indianapolis, IN", "path": "/indianapolis-in/aarp-events/" }, "las-vegas-nv": { "name": "Las Vegas, NV", "path": "/las-vegas-nv/aarp-events/" }, "philadelphia-pa": { "name": "Philadelphia, PA", "path": "/philadelphia-pa/aarp-events/" }, "pittsburgh-pa": { "name": "Pittsburgh, PA", "path": "/pittsburgh-pa/aarp-events/" }, "portland-or": { "name": "Portland Metro, OR", "path": "/portland-or/aarp-events/" }, "seattle-wa": { "name": "Seattle, WA", "path": "/seattle-wa/aarp-events/" }, "saint-louis-mo": { "name": "St Louis, MO", "path": "/saint-louis-mo/aarp-events/" }, "minneapolis-mn": { "name": "Twin Cities, MN", "path": "/minneapolis-mn/aarp-events/?showtowns=true" } }, "code": "CSN-LOCAL-GROUP3" }, { "towns": { "new-orleans-la": { "name": "Greater New Orleans, LA", "path": "/new-orleans-la/fight-fraud/" 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line 963 AppController::renderPage() - APP/Controller/AppController.php, line 136 BlogsController::display() - APP/Controller/BlogsController.php, line 81 ReflectionMethod::invokeArgs() - [internal], line ?? Controller::invokeAction() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 491 Dispatcher::_invoke() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 193 Dispatcher::dispatch() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 167 [main] - APP/webroot/index.php, line 118</pre></div></pre><div class="module clearfix"><!--default--> <!-- module_RHS - AARP Events --> <div class="ar-basic-box module-spacer"> <header> <div class="pull-right"> <a href="/charleston-wv/aarp-events/" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-SEEALL-EVENTS"> <img style="width:30px;" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/template/icons/aarp_event_icon.png" alt="Upcoming AARP Events" /> </a> </div> <h2 class="visible-lg">AARP Events for Charleston</h2> <h2 class="hidden-lg">AARP Events for Charleston</h2> </header> <div class="wrap"> <div class="ar-listing snippet"> <ul class="list"> <li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/aarp-event/aarp-live-cybercrime-and-fraud-prevention-tips-42125-9vn8twf4ts8.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-LIVE-CYBERCRIME-AND-FRAUD-PREVENTION-TIPS-42125">AARP Live: Cybercrime and Fraud Prevention Tips, 4/21/25</a></h2> <p class="time">Monday, Apr 21, 2025 at 8:00 p.m. ET</p> <p class="venue"></p> <p class="loc">Online Event</p> </li><li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/aarp-event/aarp-live-decluttering-for-today-and-tomorrow-51925-87nw6zdbytm.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-LIVE-DECLUTTERING-FOR-TODAY-AND-TOMORROW-51925">AARP Live: Decluttering for Today and Tomorrow , 5/19/25</a></h2> <p class="time">Monday, May 19, 2025 at 8:00 p.m. ET</p> <p class="venue"></p> <p class="loc">Online Event</p> </li><li class="item" data-pageindex="1"> <h2 class="title"><a href="/aarp-event/aarp-live-social-security-whats-right-for-you-61625-glnbkkyk2gm.html" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-EVENTS-AARP-LIVE-SOCIAL-SECURITY-WHATS-RIGHT-FOR-YOU-61625">AARP Live: Social Security: What’s Right For You? , 6/16/25</a></h2> <p class="time">Monday, Jun 16, 2025 at 8:00 p.m. ET</p> <p class="venue"></p> <p class="loc">Online Event</p> </li> </ul> <p><a class="link-red" href="/charleston-wv/aarp-events/" data-formelementid="LOCAL-BTN-CLK-SEEALL-EVENTS">View All AARP Events<i class="ml-1 fas fa-chevron-right"></i></a></p> </div> </div> </div> <div aria-hidden="true" class="aarpe-ad-wrapper"> <div class="aarpe-ad en clearfix" id="300x250_53475" data-adsize="300x250"> <script type="text/javascript"> if(typeof AARP.ads !== 'undefined'){ AARP.ads.slots({ id:'300x250_53475', size:'300x250'}); } </script> </div> </div> <div class="card-tout card-dark membership-tout" style="margin:0 0 30px 0;height:360px;"> <img class="img-responsive image" title="image of two AARP membership cards" alt="image of two AARP membership cards" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/tout-two-cards.png"> <div class="title">Last Chance to Save!<br />New Pricing Coming in 2025.</div> <br /> <p> This is AARP's first rate increase in 15 years.<br />Don't miss out, join today and save!<br /><br /> </p> <div class="action"> <a class="btn" href="https://appsec.aarp.org/mem/join?campaignid=UAJFT3&intcmp=LNK-CSN-AARPLOCAL-JRTOUT-RR-A-CHARLESTON-WV">Join AARP</a> <div class="body">Already a member? <a href="https://appsec.aarp.org/mem/renew?campaignid= UARFT3&intcmp=LNK-CSN-AARPLOCAL-JRTOUT-RR-A-CHARLESTON-WV">Renew</a> or <a href="https://www.aarp.org/benefits-discounts/my-membership/print-your-card/">Print Card</a></div> </div> </div> <style> .membership-tout {padding:16px 20px;} .membership-tout .list li { margin: 0; } </style> <div aria-hidden="true" class="aarpe-ad-wrapper"> <div class="aarpe-ad en clearfix" id="300x250_93505" data-adsize="300x250"> <script type="text/javascript"> if(typeof AARP.ads !== 'undefined'){ AARP.ads.slots({ id:'300x250_93505', size:'300x250'}); } </script> </div> </div> <div class="module-spacer text-center"> <div class="fb-page" alt="Image of AARP West Virginia Facebook Page" title="Image of AARP West Virginia Facebook Page" data-href="https://www.facebook.com/AARPWestVirginia" data-tabs="timeline" width="" height="" data-small-header="false" data-adapt-container-width="true" data-hide-cover="false" data-show-facepile="true"> <blockquote cite="https://www.facebook.com/AARPWestVirginia" class="fb-xfbml-parse-ignore"><a href="https://www.facebook.com/AARPWestVirginia">Facebook</a></blockquote> </div> </div> <div class="ar-basic-box module-spacer"> <header> <h2>Contact AARP <br />in Charleston</h2> </header> <div class="wrap"> <div class="ar-quick-list module-spacer"> <ul class="list-unstyled"> <li><i class="list-icon fa fa-envelope" alt="Email icon" title="Email icon" aria-hidden="true"></i><a href="mailto:WVAARP@aarp.org " target="_blank" rel="noopener">WVAARP@aarp.org </a></li> <li><i class="list-icon fa fa-globe" alt="Globe icon" title="Globe icon" aria-hidden="true"></i><a href="https://states.aarp.org/region/west-virginia/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">AARP West Virginia</a></li> <li><i class="list-icon fa fa-map-marker" alt="Map Marker icon" title="Map Marker icon" aria-hidden="true"></i><a href="https://states.aarp.org/about-aarp-west-virginia/?intcmp=SNG-LNK-AARPLOCAL-CONTACT-20140101-CHARLESTON-WV" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Contact Us</a></li> </ul> </div> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/AARPWestVirginia" target="_blank" rel="noopener" aria-label="Open Facebook"><img style="max-width: 48px;" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/page/icons/facebook.png" alt="Facebook icon" title="Facebook icon"></a> <a href="https://twitter.com/aarpwv" target="_blank" rel="noopener" aria-label="Open Twitter"><img style="max-width: 48px;" src="https://cdn-aarp.americantowns.com/img/page/icons/twitter.png" alt="Twitter icon" title="Twitter icon"></a> </div> </div> </div></div> <div class="col-md-8 left-rail left-bot"></div> <div class="col-md-4 right-rail right-bot thin-rhs"></div> </div> <div class="row oneColumnLayout"> </div> <div class="row oneColumnLayout"> <div class="col-md-12"><!-- script to activate navbar --> <script type="text/javascript"> jQuery(".channelBarMain ul.left li a").click(function() { window.location = jQuery(this).attr('href'); }); </script> </div> </div> ' $scripts_for_layout = '<title>SCAM ALERT: Be on the Lookout for These Scams in April 2025</title> <meta name="page_title" content="SCAM ALERT: Be on the Lookout for These Scams in April 2025"/> <meta name="robots" content="noindex, nofollow"/> <meta content="Scammers are criminals. 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--headerHeight:50px; --footerbackgroundColor:#000000; --footerTextColor:#918883; }' $highlighting = '' $location = '<a href="/charleston-wv/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-HOME">Charleston, WV</a>' $no_header = false $header_title = '<a href="/charleston-wv/happenings/">News Feed</a>' $header_subtitle = '' $isPR = false $navbar = '<nav class="section" role="button" aria-expanded="false" aria-controls="collapse"> <div class="section-toggle">Sections <i class="fas fa-chevron-down"></i></div> <ul class="secondary-menu" id="secondary-menu" role="menu" aria-busy="true"> <li role="presentation" class=""><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem" href="/charleston-wv/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-HOME" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-EVENTS">Home</a> </li> <li role="presentation" class=""><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem" href="/charleston-wv/aarp-events/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-OLE" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-EVENTS">Events</a> </li> <li role="presentation" class=""><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem" href="/charleston-wv/things-to-do/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-TTD" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-THINGSTODO">Things to Do</a></li> <li role="presentation" class="active"><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem" href="/charleston-wv/happenings/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-NF" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-HAPPENINGS">News Feed</a> </li> <li role="presentation" class=""><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem" href="/charleston-wv/volunteering/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-VOL" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-VOLUNTEERING">Volunteering</a> </li> <li role="presentation" class=""><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem" href="/charleston-wv/local-resources/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-LR" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-LOCALRESOURCES">State & Local Resources</a> </li> <li role="presentation" class=""><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem" href="/charleston-wv/movies/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-MFG" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-MOVIESFORGROWNUPS">Movies for Grownups</a> </li> <li role="presentation" class="more nosep d-none " id="submenu-more"> <span role="menuitem" class="menuitem" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-MORE">More<i class="fas fa-chevron-down"></i></span> <ul class="secondary-submenu animate slide-in" id="secondary-submenu"> <li role="presentation"><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem " href="/charleston-wv/home-and-community/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-HC" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-HC">Home & Community</a> </li> <li role="presentation"><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem " href="/charleston-wv/discounts/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-LO" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-OFFERS">Local Offers</a></li> <li role="presentation"><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem " href="/charleston-wv/jobs/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-WJ" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-WORK&JOBS">Work & Jobs</a></li> <li role="presentation"><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem " href="/charleston-wv/events/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-CC" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-EVENTS">Community Calendar</a></li> <!-- <li role="presentation"><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem " href="/charleston-wv/healthy-living/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-HEALTHY_LIVING" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-HEALTHY_LIVING">Healthy Living</a></li> <li role="presentation"><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem " href="/charleston-wv/arts-entertainment/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-ARTS_ENT" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-ARTS_ENT">Arts & Entertainment</a></li> <li role="presentation"><a role="menuitem" class="menuitem " href="/charleston-wv/museums/?intcmp=CSN-LOCAL-NAV-MUSEUMS" data-formelementid="LOCAL-LNK-CLK-MUSEUMS">Museums</a></li> --> </ul> </li> </ul> </nav>' $header_custom = '' $breadcrumbs = array( (int) 0 => array( 'title' => 'News Feed', 'slug' => 'happenings' ) ) $row = array( 'title' => 'Back to News Feed', 'slug' => 'happenings' ) $i = (int) 0include - APP/View/Layouts/aarp_2023.ctp, line 244 include - APP/View/Layouts/aarp_2023.ctp, line 244 View::_evaluate() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 971 View::_render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 933 View::renderLayout() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 546 View::render() - CORE/Cake/View/View.php, line 481 Controller::render() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 963 AppController::renderPage() - APP/Controller/AppController.php, line 136 BlogsController::display() - APP/Controller/BlogsController.php, line 81 ReflectionMethod::invokeArgs() - [internal], line ?? Controller::invokeAction() - CORE/Cake/Controller/Controller.php, line 491 Dispatcher::_invoke() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 193 Dispatcher::dispatch() - CORE/Cake/Routing/Dispatcher.php, line 167 [main] - APP/webroot/index.php, line 118