One unsuspecting decision nearly unraveled a lifetime of saving. In this episode, Charleston’s Retirement Coach Brandon Bowen shares a real-world story of a retiree caught in a sophisticated financial scam—and the warning signs that appeared along the way. The conversation explores how scams target retirees, why embarrassment keeps people silent, and the importance of having a trusted financial sounding board watching activity over time. This episode focuses on awareness, vigilance, and the role a long-term advisory relationship can play in spotting problems before they permanently change a retirement plan.
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