Fraudsters are getting smarter---and their biggest targets? Older adults. With a staggering $28 billion lost annually to scams, it's time to take action.

In this episode, fraud prevention expert Ron Long shares insights on how scammers operate, why elder financial abuse is skyrocketing, and---most importantly---how to stay safe. Ron has spent years working to protect seniors from fraud, from his early days at the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to leading the charge at Stevens & Lee.

What are the most common scams? Who are the perpetrators? And how can you safeguard your finances? Tune in for practical steps, eye-opening stats, and real-world solutions that could save you or a loved one from financial disaster.

🔗 Resources Mentioned:

*Learn more about the Moonshot Initiative: LinkedIn Page  
*Stevens & Lee -- Financial fraud prevention experts: Website  
*AARP Fraud Watch Network: Website  
*FTC Scam Alerts: Website

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Links and Resources:

The Moonshot Initiative on LinkedIn -- Learn more about the global effort to combat elder financial abuse. LinkedIn Page
Sstevens & Lee -- Ron Long's firm specializing in financial fraud prevention. Website
* AARP Fraud Watch Network -- AARP's resource for recognizing and preventing scams. Website
* Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Scam Alerts -- Updates on the latest scams targeting consumers. Website

Timestamps for Mentions:

• [00:35:03] -- The Moonshot Initiative on LinkedIn
• [00:37:42] -- Stevens & Lee and their fraud prevention services
• [00:28:00] -- The importance of family passwords to prevent fraud
• [00:21:00] -- The rising use of AI in scams, making them harder to detect