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Veteran scam prevention & fraud protection

Veterans are targeted 3-4X more than the general population. Stay protected with official resources.

Critical

Veterans Are High-Value Targets

Why veterans are targeted: Predictable income (VA benefits, pensions, TSP), access to government programs, trusted military networks that scammers exploit, and financial literacy gaps.

If something sounds too good to be true, it probably is. No legitimate organization will ever ask for payment to access your VA benefits or demand immediate action without allowing verification.

Military OneSource - YOUR FIRST STOP

Military OneSource is the Department of Defense's official resource for service members, veterans, and families. This is your trusted, government-verified source for legitimate assistance.

www.militaryonesource.mil

800-342-9647 (24/7, confidential)

Financial counseling, legal assistance, tax filing, fraud reporting, mental health support

✅ 100% free - never charges fees

✅ Confidential - your information is protected

✅ Expert staff - trained counselors and specialists

✅ 24/7 availability - help when you need it

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Common Veteran Scams - Red Flags to Watch For

VA Benefits & Pension Scams

Real Estate & Investment

Financial Services

Charity & Employment

How to Verify REITF is Legitimate

We understand veterans need to protect themselves. Here's how to independently verify REITF:

Search "REITF/XRP" on xrpscan.com or bithomp.com - our AMM is live and publicly verifiable

We never ask veterans to pay application fees, processing fees, or advance payments

Take your time, consult Military OneSource, verify everything independently

Complete Regulation D disclosure, no hidden fees or requirements

Black Box Ventures LLC / Providence Arc Trust - registered business entities

All funds are sent to the legal team of the Veteran's choice to conclude their transaction, funded from REITF's AMM and/or RCOA Coin.

We offer Zoom verification with military ID and state identification

Federal Fraud Reporting Resources

FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3)

Report online scams including fake veteran charities, phishing, investment fraud, and cybercrime targeting veterans.

Use this for: Internet scams, email phishing, fake websites, online fraud

Report to IC3

VA Inspector General Hotline

Report VA benefits fraud, identity theft involving VA claims, or contractor scams targeting veterans.

Phone: 800-366-4484 | Email: phishing@irs.gov

Report VA Fraud

Federal Trade Commission (FTC)

Report identity theft, debt collection scams, deceptive business practices, and consumer fraud targeting veterans.

Use this for: Identity theft, debt scams, business fraud

Report to FTC

Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)

Report investment fraud, Ponzi schemes, unregistered securities, and fraudulent financial advisors targeting veterans.

Use this for: Investment scams, fake securities, financial fraud

Report to SEC

FinCEN (Financial Crimes Enforcement Network)

Report suspicious financial activity, money laundering, terrorist financing, and large-scale financial fraud.

Use this for: Money laundering, wire fraud, financial crimes

Report to FinCEN

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB)

Report mortgage scams, illegal lending practices, financial services fraud, and predatory lending targeting veterans.

Use this for: Mortgage fraud, lending scams, credit issues

File CFPB Complaint

IRS Tax Scam Reporting

Report fake IRS calls, tax preparation fraud, identity theft involving tax returns, and phishing attempts.

Phone: 800-366-4484 | Email: phishing@irs.gov

Report Tax Fraud

Better Business Bureau (BBB) Scam Tracker

Check business legitimacy, read reviews, and report scams targeting military communities before doing business.

Use this to: Verify businesses, check complaints, report scams

Check BBB Scam Tracker

State Attorney General Offices

Report local scams, contractor fraud, consumer protection violations, and state-level financial crimes. Select your state below to get direct contact information.

The "Triple Verification" Method

Use this process before ANY financial decision involving veterans benefits, real estate, or investments:

Call Military OneSource

Phone: 800-342-9647 - Ask a counselor to review the opportunity with you (free, confidential). They can help you identify red flags and verify legitimacy.

Check BBB & State Licensing

Verify business registration at BBB.org, check complaint history, and confirm licensing status with your state Attorney General's office (see dropdown above).

Consult a Trusted Advisor

Talk to your VSO representative, financial counselor, attorney, or trusted family member BEFORE signing documents or paying anything. Never let anyone pressure you to skip this step.

If anyone pressures you to skip these verification steps or demands you "act now before verification," that's an automatic red flag. Walk away immediately.