Most adults still value a physical bank or credit union.

However, 40% of those 18 to 49 and 36% of those 50-plus have changed financial institutions.

This largely was due to wanting better customer service and benefits.

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Other top reasons for switching include moving to another area and greater convenience.

The amount of loss was typically $1,000 or less.

About three in four respondents indicated their bank was somewhat or very helpful in resolving their fraud issues.

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Financial caregiving is more common among adults 1849 (32%) than those 50-plus (25%).

Planning for future situations, meanwhile, does not appear to be a strength.

Sample: n=2,014, evenly split between 1849 and 50-plus.

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The Holiday Season Brings Out the Criminals

Holiday fraud is increasing, a recent AARP survey found.

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In 2023, 78% of respondents experienced fraud, up from 69% in 2022.

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