Eva Velasquez
CEO of the Identity Theft Resource Center who advises on spotting and responding to scams, identity theft recovery, and consumer protections during events like government shutdowns. Joined the episode to explain government-imposter scams and prevention tips.
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Jun 30, 2025 • 37min
Overcome Emotional Spending and Spot Job Scams That Could Cost You Thousands
Amanda Barroso shares her low-buy journey, revealing how grief influenced her emotional spending. She emphasizes mindful budgeting, including planning for travel, and offers tips like creating a 'grief budget.' Eva Velasquez, CEO of the Identity Theft Resource Center, discusses the alarming rise of job scams, highlighting red flags and recovery steps for victims. The conversation stresses the need for awareness in avoiding scams and encourages a proactive approach to protecting one’s finances.
Oct 30, 2025 • 36min
How to Budget Better With Your Partner and Why Scam Calls Are Surging
Eva Velasquez, CEO of the Identity Theft Resource Center, discusses the alarming rise in government-imposter scams tied to the federal shutdown, sharing key tips to avoid identity theft. She highlights the dangers of AI-driven deepfakes and emphasizes the importance of verifying sources. Later, community member Jay Leong seeks advice on aligning budgeting strategies with his spouse. The hosts suggest using the 50/30/20 framework, setting shared financial goals during 'money dates,' and creating sinking funds to manage expenses more effectively.
