Should You Care About Your Digital Life?

Should You Care About Your Digital Life? Barnett Financial and Tax

You might not rely on the internet or online services the same way a teenager or twenty-year-old might, and you may not identify as a “techy,” but you might be more technologically savvy and active online than you think. Retirees commonly use email and mobile smartphones and can be quite active on social media platforms.…

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Are Your Retirement Savings Safe?

Are Your Retirement Savings Safe? Barnett Financial & Tax

We know that it’s important to protect our retirement savings from market corrections and inflation, but what about cybercriminals? Retirement account fraud is becoming more and more common. It’s important to take steps to protect your information and accounts from cybersecurity threats. Here are three things you can do to help keep your retirement savings…

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Don’t Fall for These Online Scams

Don’t Fall for These Online Scams Barnett Financial & Tax

Unfortunately, cyber security threats can increase during tax season,[1] and scammers tend to target older adults. Tax, Social Security, and retirement account scams can be financially devastating and very difficult to correct, so know how to avoid them. Awareness is crucial – don’t fall for these online scams. Tax Scams Phishing is a scam where…

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3 Common Scams Aimed at Retirees

Cybercrimes aimed at older Americans have increased five times since 2014, and all too often, they’re successful. Social Security and retirement account scams can be financially devastating and very difficult to correct, so know how to avoid them. Awareness is crucial – read about these three common scams aimed at retirees. Social Security Scam You…

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Protect Your Retirement Savings From Cyber Threats

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If there’s a fraudulent charge on your credit card, there is recourse – but what about your 401(k)? Cyber fraud is becoming more common, and plan sponsors don’t guarantee reimbursements. It’s important to take steps to protect your information and account from cybersecurity threats now more than ever. Here are three steps you can take…

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