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Sources

  1. ReportFraud.ftc.gov — U.S. Federal Trade Commission (accessed 2026-10-29)
  2. Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) — FBI (accessed 2026-10-29)
  3. AARP Fraud Watch Network — AARP (accessed 2026-10-29)
  4. How to Avoid a Scam — FTC Consumer Advice (accessed 2026-10-29)

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