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1. • • Veterans benefits are very attractive to scammers, which makes Veterans and their families a top target for fraudsters trying to steal their information and identity. According to the FTC, Veteran fraud was up by 118% last year with reported losses totaling over $267 million.
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   Are veterans a target of fraud?

   • Veterans are often targets of fraud, and bad actors are becoming more sophisticated in their attacks. Veterans and their families have sacrificed much for our country and deserve to have their hard-earned benefits protected from fraud.

   Fraud Prevention - Veterans Benefits Administration

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   Why do veterans get scammed?

   • Scammers often target Veterans because they have access to benefits and resources. Learn more about protecting yourself against common fraud schemes, including those related to claims and employment assistance. Memorialization scams often include offers to provide memorial and funeral services with high rates and fees.

   Protecting Veterans From Fraud - Veterans Affairs

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   What does va do to prevent fraud?

   • Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) designs and executes strategies for internal and external stakeholders to educate Veterans, their beneficiaries, and stakeholders on fraud prevention. VA’s priority is to protect Veterans’ and beneficiaries’ and ensure they are safeguarded against fraudulent activities.

   Fraud Prevention - Veterans Benefits Administration

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   How much money does fraud cost a veteran?

   • The Federal Trade Commission estimated that in 2022 alone, Veterans reported $292 million in losses to fraud. Scammers continue to take advantage of new opportunities to commit fraud, and fraud attempts targeting Veterans, their families, caregivers, and survivors are on the rise.

   Protecting Veterans From Fraud - Veterans Affairs

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   What happens if a VA benefits fraud is reported?

   • When VA benefits fraud is reported or suspected, VA investigates the incident and initiates actions to protect the Veteran’s benefits, report those responsible for the alleged fraud and – when applicable, make the Veteran whole as quickly as possible. Are there resources available?

   Fraud Prevention - Veterans Benefits Administration

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   How does VA protect veterans and beneficiaries from fraud?

   • VA’s priority is to protect Veterans’ and beneficiaries’ and ensure they are safeguarded against fraudulent activities. The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) encourages Veterans and their beneficiaries to know the warning signs of the various types of fraud and the best practices to avoid falling victim to a scam.

   Fraud Prevention - Veterans Benefits Administration

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3. www.va.gov › protecting-veterans-from-fraudProtecting Veterans from fraud

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   4 days ago · Scammers often target Veterans because they have access to benefits and resources. Learn more about protecting yourself against common fraud schemes, including those related to claims and employment assistance.

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     Veterans are often targets of fraud, and bad actors are...

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4. benefits.va.gov › BENEFITS › fraud-preventionFraud Prevention - Veterans Benefits Administration

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   Sep 12, 2024 · Veterans are often targets of fraud, and bad actors are becoming more sophisticated in their attacks. Veterans and their families have sacrificed much for our country and deserve to have their hard-earned benefits protected from fraud.

5. www.stripes.com › veterans › 2023/12/21‘My savings were drained’: Veterans’ pensions and benefits ...

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   Dec 21, 2023 · Veterans and military retirees are a common target for fraud and identity theft because of their benefits, according to the Federal Trade Commission.

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7. www.militaryonesource.mil › resources › govProtecting Veterans From Fraud - Military OneSource

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   Scammers target veterans because they know they have access to benefits and resources. This information from the Department of Veterans Affairs shows you how to spot the tactics fraudsters use so you can protect yourself and your loved ones from becoming victims.

8. www.military.com › daily-news › 2023/02/14Defrauding Veterans Would Be a Federal Crime Under Bill ...

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   Feb 14, 2023 · Under the bill from Sens. Catherine Cortez Masto, D-Nev., and Marco Rubio, R-Fla., fraud schemes that target veterans benefits would be punishable by up to five years in prison, a fine or...

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9. news.va.gov › press-room › va-and-the-biden-harrisVA and the Biden-Harris Administration announce new ...

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   WASHINGTON — Today, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs and the Biden-Harris Administration announced the launch of VSAFE.gov and 1-833-38V-SAFE (1-833-388-7233) — a new government-wide website and call center designed to protect Veterans, service members, and their families from fraud and scams. These new resources will help inform ...

10. www.ftc.gov › system › filesProtecting Military Servicemembers and Veterans from ...

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    Some companies target military consumers with military -specific discounts or offers to lure servicemembers and veterans into fraudulent schemes. For instance, in February 2022, the FTC filed suit against fast-food chain BurgerIM, accusing the company of targeting veterans