Episode 13 - Preventing Frauds and Scams with Leeah Pridgen

Think you could spot a scam? You might be surprised — but today Leeah Pridgen from Truist, joins us to make sure YOU can. In this episode of The Retired Life: Wish You Were Here, we sit down with Leah Pridgen, branch manager at Truist Bank, to tackle one of today’s fastest-growing threats—financial scams targeting seniors. Leah shares eye-opening insights on how scammers adapt, the most common fraud tactics affecting retirees, and the practical steps you can take to safeguard your savings. From romance and tech support scams to fake lottery wins and phishing texts, Leah explains how to spot red flags, avoid embarrassment, and act quickly if you or a loved one are targeted. With clear advice and real-life examples, this conversation empowers listeners to protect their money, their identity, and their peace of mind in retirement. Links & Resources: 🎙️ Listen to more episodes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8TxRG4Tn5_k 🛍️ Grab your Retired Life, Wish You Were Here merch Retiredlifewywh.com 📷 Follow us on Instagram: retiredlife_wishyouwerehere