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EPISODE · May 13, 2025 · 15 MIN

Retirement Scams You Need to Watch Out For (EP 53)

from Retiring Canada · host Michael Isbister, CFP®

Learn more about the Fundamental Retirement Plan: https://www.fundamentalwealth.ca/get-startedScams and fraud attempts are becoming more sophisticated, more emotional, and more dangerous, especially for retirees and older Canadians.In this episode of Retiring Canada, we discuss several common scams retirees need to be aware of and the warning signs that can help protect your money and identity.You will learn how investment scams, CRA impersonation scams, and grandparent scams typically work, along with the emotional tactics fraudsters use to manipulate victims into making quick decisions. We also explain why urgency and emotional reactions are often the biggest red flags when it comes to fraud attempts.We also discuss practical ways to protect yourself, including scam call filters, trusted contact people, and why getting a second opinion before sending money or sharing information can make all the difference.This episode is for retirees, pre-retirees, and families who want to better protect themselves and their loved ones from increasingly sophisticated scams and fraud schemes. WANT EVEN MORE RETIREMENT PLANNING TIPS?Join thousands of other Canadians and subscribe to the ⁠Retiring Canada Newsletter.⁠https://www.retiringcanada.ca/retirement-newsletterAs a thank you, you'll receive a copy of our latest Retirement Guide AND MORE!EPISODE RESOURCES:📊 Work with Michael: https://fundamentalwealth.ca/get-started💻 Subscribe to the Newsletter: https://www.retiringcanada.ca/retirement-newsletter👉 Download Our Latest Retirement Guide: https://www.retiringcanada.ca/retirement-guide✏️ Submit Your Question: https://www.retiringcanada.ca/submit-your-question🌐 Retiring Canada Website: https://www.retiringcanada.caGovernment of Canada A-Z Fraud Index 

Learn more about the Fundamental Retirement Plan: https://www.fundamentalwealth.ca/get-startedScams and fraud attempts are becoming more sophisticated, more emotional, and more dangerous, especially for retirees and older Canadians.In this episode of Retiring Canada, we discuss several common scams retirees need to be aware of and the warning signs that can help protect your money and identity.You will learn how investment scams, CRA impersonation scams, and grandparent scams typically work, along with the emotional tactics fraudsters use to manipulate victims into making quick decisions. We also explain why urgency and emotional reactions are often the biggest red flags when it comes to fraud attempts.We also discuss practical ways to protect yourself, including scam call filters, trusted contact people, and why getting a second opinion before sending money or sharing information can make all the difference.This episode is for retirees, pre-retirees, and families who want to better protect themselves and their loved ones from increasingly sophisticated scams and fraud schemes. WANT EVEN MORE RETIREMENT PLANNING TIPS?Join thousands of other Canadians and subscribe to the ⁠Retiring Canada Newsletter.⁠https://www.retiringcanada.ca/retirement-newsletterAs a thank you, you'll receive a copy of our latest Retirement Guide AND MORE!EPISODE RESOURCES:📊 Work with Michael: https://fundamentalwealth.ca/get-started💻 Subscribe to the Newsletter: https://www.retiringcanada.ca/retirement-newsletter👉 Download Our Latest Retirement Guide: https://www.retiringcanada.ca/retirement-guide✏️ Submit Your Question: https://www.retiringcanada.ca/submit-your-question🌐 Retiring Canada Website: https://www.retiringcanada.caGovernment of Canada A-Z Fraud Index

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