Frequently Asked Questions

Our onsite workshops are 45 minutes long. Stop Scamming Me has eight (8) unique workshops that review specific scams and frauds in detail. Attendees see real-life examples of what a scam will look like and how best to prevent losses. There is plenty of time afterward to answer questions.

Stop Scamming Me has the experience to present this workshop to groups of all sizes, from 10-200 attendees, including communities, churches, senior activity centers, and clubs. For groups of less than 10 attendees, we have a monthly webinar covering this material, allowing individuals to attend from the comfort of their homes.

Stop Scamming Me is based in Pinellas County, Florida, but we are willing to travel anywhere in Florida to help prevent scams and fraud. Depending on the distance, there is a small travel fee outside the Tampa Metropolitan Area.

Generally, once you have lost money in a scam, the money has left the United States and is non-recoverable. However, there are some instances where a U.S.-based middleman helped defraud you, and there may be some opportunity for recovery. Please call us to ensure you have reported your scam loss to the correct authorities, and we can explore any recovery options available.

No! We have a wide variety of services that help stop seniors from falling victim to scams! From onsite workshops, onsite meet and greets, newsletters, tech optimization, consulting services, and reporting assistance.

Absolutely! Most of the information we provide is publicly available. Stop Scamming Me scoured national and local resources, worldwide news, and industry journals to understand every angle of this complex problem. Further, we interviewed law enforcement and financial professionals to understand what other businesses are doing to help prevent scams and fraud. Lastly, we researched industry journals in psychology and elder issues to find the best prevention method. Additionally, we constantly monitor current trends in scamming. In fact, we have linked some of our favorite sources on this website's "Resources" page.