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Elder Financial Exploitation Cases Reported in Chicago, NYC, and Georgia

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Recent cases of elder financial exploitation have been reported in Chicago, New York City, and Georgia. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corp. held a webinar to educate seniors on common threats. The reports indicate that fraudsters are becoming more sophisticated, often leveraging digital technology.

From housingwire.com

Why it matters

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The issue involves significant financial losses; a 2023 report found that victims over 60 lost more than $28 billion annually. The exploitation often targets senior homeowners, particularly those involved in the reverse mortgage industry.

From housingwire.com

Who's involved

  • ChicagoCity reporting cases of elder financial exploitation.
  • New York CityCity reporting cases of elder financial exploitation.
  • Consumer Financial Protection BureauFederal regulator addressing fraud patterns and consumer protection.
  • GeorgiaState where recent cases of elder financial exploitation have been reported.

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