Financial fraud is a multi-billion-dollar industry, and it is much bigger than we think because many fraudulent cases go unreported. Talking to your family about fraud and scams is an important conversation that can help you prepare for a potential attack. Fraudsters play on emotions, so think through what's going on if you get an unfamiliar call.

The 2025 data is not yet released, but here is the 2024 data from the Federal Trade Commission that's discussed:

https://www.ftc.gov/system/files/ftc_gov/pdf/csn-annual-data-book-2024.pdf