I just won One Million Five Hundred Thousand Dollars! How did it happen? What are the chances you might be a big winner, too? Well, if you are a friend of mine, your chance should arrive in about one minute! And given past knowledge, if you fall for it, you could be… Continue reading Avoid Social Media Scammers & be a Real Winner
Category: Money Matters
How Seniors on a Budget Can Save Money on Groceries
Did you know that food is the 3rd largest home expense? The Bureau of Labor Statistics offers a number of suggestions for seniors on a budget to save money. For seniors living on a budget, finding ways to save money is crucial. In writing this article, I researched numerous online websites, and incorporated my own ideas… Continue reading How Seniors on a Budget Can Save Money on Groceries
Reverse Mortgage – Blessing or Curse?
Reverse Mortgage – Blessing or Curse? Those reverse mortgage advertisements look like blessings to seniors. But, is it in reality a blessing or a curse? “Wow, honey, I think that could work for us. That reverse mortgage looks as though it could solve any money problems we have. What do you think? June’s voice held… Continue reading Reverse Mortgage – Blessing or Curse?
The One Letter You Should Trash Immediately
Scam Via Snail Mail How convenient. When I went to the mailbox today, I received an “Official Declaration of Certified Award and Provision of Payment” saying I won either $1,327,940 as a one-time payment or $2,000,000 spread out over 30 years at $66,666.66 per year! The only thing wrong is that the Declaration is yet another… Continue reading The One Letter You Should Trash Immediately
How to Lose $5,000,000 and Save Your Pension
A Mystery Letter Promises Untold Wealth “We’re going to be rich, Madeleine! We’ll travel and help with the grandkids’ schooling and, oh, Honey, we will never have to worry about money again!” Josh was so excited that his wife truly thought he might have a heart attack. “What are you jabbering about, old man? Where… Continue reading How to Lose $5,000,000 and Save Your Pension
Services Offering Deals for Seniors
Here is a potpourri of ideas for saving money on services most seniors use, and well as information to file away in case of need: National Aging in Place Council (NAIP). When Hurricane Charlie roared through Charlotte County in Southwest Florida, the resulting damage brought scammers out of the proverbial woodwork. Senior citizens are… Continue reading Services Offering Deals for Seniors
Watch Out for Scammers!
Scams that target seniors are more prevalent today than ever. The first time I became aware of such things was after the horrific damage caused by Hurricane Charlie years ago. Scammers seemed to pop out of the woodwork to “help” older folks fix the damage to their homes. Sometimes,the crooks would show up at the… Continue reading Watch Out for Scammers!
The Con – Turning the Tables – Part IV
My friend, Victoria, called today and proved in our conversation that she is no weeping willow. She is a mighty oak in a ninety-pound body. This is her story we are telling. How many of us would have the courage? “When Gavin and I broke up, he could not wait to text Joanne,… Continue reading The Con – Turning the Tables – Part IV
The Con – Why Does It Happen? Part II
In the Part I we met a friend who discovered too late she was being conned. Now, let’s delve into why it happens far too often to Seniors, even Sexy, Sassy Seniors. We work and save all our lives to enjoy our golden years, only to discover when we reach them, the fun is… Continue reading The Con – Why Does It Happen? Part II
The Con – Avoiding It Part III
How can a senior, the most common target of con artists, avoid them? What are the signs the con man (or woman) wants your net worth more than he wants you? Look deep into his eyes when he smiles. Are they smiling, too? Or does that make him so nervous he turns away? Does he… Continue reading The Con – Avoiding It Part III