Identity fraud is a major concern, regardless of who’s affected. That said, there are some people who are especially at risk of identity fraud. Here’s a list of those who may be more likely to be targeted by predators, and should keep a close eye on their info. The elderly are some of the main targets for …
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Preventing Identity Theft
It’s always the bruises you don’t see coming that sting the most. When it comes to identity theft, multiply that sting by 1,000. That’s because, as is the case with most instances of thievery, the ramifications far outlast the initial moment. But what’s also true here, is that there are steps you can take to …
Common Senior Citizen Fraud Tactics
It’s a sad reality that as a senior citizen, there are people scheming on your finances with fraud tactics. What should be a smooth transition into your golden years can become a nightmare without the proper safeguards. Part of this is knowing when and where con artists are likely to strike. One of the most …
Who Commits Fraud Against Elders?
Welcome back to the FitnessBank blog archive. In our previous entry, we discussed how elders are often the targets of financial fraud. But is there a typical source dealing out these harsh crimes? In truth, these acts can come from a range of sources. The saddest realization is that many of these infractions come from …
Spotting Fraud w/ FitnessBank
As we’ve noted before, FitnessBank loves the elders in our community. The time you’ve put in on this earth deserves to be held in high regard. Unfortunately though, not everyone sees this as an opportunity to exalt you. Instead, they take it as an opportunity to try and scam you out of your well earned …
Protecting Senior Citizens from Financial Fraud
At FitnessBank, we value our senior citizens. And in a world that’s increasingly more tech-dependent, it can be difficult to keep up. That’s not a knock on ability, but rather speaks to growing up in a culture where these advancements didn’t exist. The drawback here is that the lack of practice and understanding makes them …
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Establishing Financial Security
Have you ever wondered if you were financially stable? Though it may seem simple enough to tell, there are actual metrics for assessing your current standing. Paying your bills on time isn’t the only factor when it comes to financial security. There are actually some tried and true indicators to show a true marker of …
Identity Theft Victims: What You Should Know
So you’ve found yourself to be one of the millions of identity theft victims in the US. We understand how awful of a situation identity theft is to be in. Having your personal information and privacy violated in such a way can leave you feeling enraged, paranoid, and dejected. We won’t sugarcoat things, you’re in …
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How to Spot Your Stolen Identity
There’s nothing fun about dealing with a stolen identity. It’s a stressful hassle that may take some time to sort out. That’s why it’s best to have as many securities in place to prevent it outright. But should you become a victim of this heinous crime, there are some glaring warning signs to be aware …
Monthly Average On 30-Year Fixed-Rate Mortgages since 1971
Monthly Average On 30-Year Fixed-Rate Mortgages since 1971 2022 2021 2020 2019 2018 Rate Pts Rate Pts Rate Pts Rate Pts Rate Pts January 3.45 0.7 2.74 0.7 3.62 0.7 4.46 0.5 4.03 0.5 February 3.76 0.8 2.81 0.7 3.47 0.7 4.37 0.5 4.33 0.6 March 4.17 0.8 3.08 0.7 3.45 0.7 …
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