Fighting Fraud Together: How to help protect yourself from financial scams

Financial scams targeting investors are growing more frequent and more sophisticated. Retirees and high net worth individuals in California and across the country are especially at risk. The Federal Trade Commission published its 2025 report, which highlighted that Americans lost over $15.6 billion to fraud.

To support our ongoing commitment to helping protect our clients, we invite you to view our “Fighting Fraud Together” webinar broadcast. During this recorded session, you'll hear from our firm's financial crime and fraud prevention experts about the latest fraud trends affecting investors and learn practical steps to help reduce your risk.

• The latest financial scam types, including imposter scams, investment fraud, and romance scams
• How AI and deepfakes have changed the scam landscape and made fraud harder to spot
• Red flags of financial fraud to watch for, including pressure to act fast and requests for unusual payments
• Where to go for help if you think you might be a target or victim of fraud, including how to report fraud and contact your Edward Jones financial advisor

What we cover in this fraud prevention webinar

• The latest financial scam types, including imposter scams, investment fraud and romance scams
• How AI and deepfakes have changed the scam landscape and made fraud harder to spot
• Red flags of financial fraud to watch for, including pressure to act fast and requests for unusual payments
• Where to go for help if you think you might be a target or victim of fraud

Why financial fraud protection matters

Fraudsters are becoming more coordinated and more persuasive. They often impersonate family members, financial advisors, or well-known financial institutions. A single incident can put you and your loved ones at serious financial risk. Staying informed is one of the strongest defenses you have.

What to do if you think you have been targeted

If you believe you or a loved one may be a target or victim of fraud, act quickly. Stop contact with the suspected scammer, do not send money or share personal information, and reach out to someone you trust. You can report fraud to the Federal Trade Commission and contact your Edward Jones financial advisor for guidance.

Learn more about financial fraud awareness and prevention, review our tips to keep your accounts safe or talk to your Edward Jones financial advisor today.