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Scams Hit Nearly Everyone | Eau Claire News
Scammers are hitting nearly everyone—98% of Americans say they’ve been targeted, and 30% have lost money or personal info, with some victims losing millions and even contemplating suicide. Worse? After getting scammed, you might owe more in taxes: a recent law change stripped most scam losses of tax-deductibility, leaving victims paying twice. Banks often freeze accounts or demand repayment—even if you were tricked—because legally, they’re not liable for authorized transactions. But other countries like the UK, EU, Australia, and Singapore lead the way with strict rules holding banks…
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