In 1920, Charles Ponzi promised thousands of New Englanders a 50% return in 90 days by investing in a postage stamp speculation.
Of course, Ponzi used money from new investors to pay off earlier investors to make it appear like
Watch out for tree-removal contractors who show up at your door
DES MOINES — Attorney General Tom Miller advised Iowans cleaning up from Monday’s storm to beware of the potential for scams.
“Contractors we call ‘storm chasers’ head to
During the past several months, COVID-19 and the economic fallout has dominated the news headlines. Turbulent times, financial market instability and policy changes are the types of fluctuating circumstances that bring out fraudsters en masse.
Simply put, con artists attempt
Warns of risks of investment fraud among seniors due to increased isolation during COVID-19
Des Moines — In recognition of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day on June 15, the Iowa Insurance Division reminds Iowans that heightened isolation and loneliness during
By Sonya Sellmeyer, Consumer Advocacy Officer for the Iowa Insurance Division
Just like an annual check-up at your doctor is important for your physical health, an
By Sonya Sellmeyer, Consumer Advocacy Officer for the Iowa Insurance Division
May is Older Americans Month. We can all celebrate by helping ensure the older Americans
Des Moines – The Iowa Insurance Division is alerting investors to be on guard against an anticipated surge of fraudulent investment schemes amid the ongoing COVID-19