The Silent Epidemic: Elder Financial Abuse | Episode 102

The last episode in our series, Breaking Money Silence® on Longevity, focuses on elder financial abuse and fraud. Between $2.9 Billion to $36.5 Billion is lost due to the abuse of seniors and 60% of the perpetrators are members of the victim’s family. Listen in as Hayden McCoy, CFP®, Founder of Synergy Wealthcare Solutions, shares her personal story and how this experience led to a career in fighting financial crimes as a financial planner. She shares data regarding the financial and human cost of these crimes, the psychology of the fraudster, and most importantly, how to talk to a loved one about this issue when you are concerned.   This episode is sponsored by AgeUp. Did you know that one in three 65-year-olds live into their 90’s, but few can afford it? AgeUp provides supplemental income to help fill in the financial gaps that come with a long life. To find out more, visit Age-Up.com.     Show Notes: Finding a trustworthy advisor: SEC Broker Check website https://www.sec.gov/investor/brokers.htm CFP Board Verification: https://www.cfp.net/verify-a-cfp-professional Resources about elder fraud: Hayden McCoy’s website: www.synergywealthcaresolutions.com* SEC Broker Check website: https://www.sec.gov/investor/brokers.htm Department of Justice: https://www.justice.gov/elderjustice Consumer Protection Bureau: https://www.consumerfinance.gov/ American Association of Retired Persons (AARP): https://www.aarp.org/money/ The Perfect Scam Podcast: https://www.aarp.org/podcasts/the-perfect-scam/ Elder Fraud Prevention Handout - Advisors (click here to download) Elder Fraud Prevention Handout - Seniors (click here to download) Our Guest's Bio: Hayden McCoy believes you don’t need a cape to be a crime-fighter. Her heart’s mission is combating financial crime, especially elder fraud. For over a decade, Hayden worked in Europe as a controller and consultant, specializing in fraud and financial crime. In 2016, she left the corporate grind to help her mother manage her post-divorce life and finances. Little did Hayden realize this decision would shape a career in financial planning, and a passion for combating elder fraud. Hayden holds degrees in economic finance and forensic accounting. She is a Certified Financial Planner®, Certified Fraud Examiner, Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist, Enrolled Agent, and Certified Tax Coach. She runs her Texas-based advisory firm and works as a part-time CFO from Prague, Czech Republic. Be sure to sign up for the Breaking Money Silence® podcast and not miss an episode!  *Note: Hayden's website is being updated. You can e-mail her directly at Hayden@wealthcareforlife.net until it is fully operational.