Understanding Trends and Protecting Yourself

Learn from Consumer Protection Advocate Sudi Tasissa from the District of Columbia Department of Insurance, Securities and Banking how you can recognize and avoid common schemes that could compromise your identity and finances.

This presentation will provide an overview of current trends in fraud, highlighting the most prevalent and costliest types that fraudsters are using to target consumers. We will cover strategies that could help in detecting and preventing fraud, including tools and best practices. Special focus will be given to five common types of fraud, with practical tips on how to recognize and avoid them. Lastly, we’ll offer guidance on what steps to take if you become a victim of fraud, including how to report it to maximize your chances of recovering any money you might have lost.