(NAFB) Romance scams are well known among many people under 50, but did you know they can hit seniors, even in rural areas? Michelle Reinen is the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture’s Administrator of the Division for Trade and Consumer Protection. She says regardless of age, romance scams can cost large amounts of hard-earned money.
She says the losses can be devastating to those getting scammed.
Reinen talks about what to do if you believe an elderly relative or friend may be getting scammed.
Reinen talks about a good way to begin the discussion.
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