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It's Your Card and Your Money

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2 min read | January 31, 2020

As technology progresses, so does the ability for fraudsters to obtain your debit or credit card information to use for their own benefit. But you can take steps to help protect yourself and resolve the situation, should it happen.

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Is Age More than Just a Number?

BLOG | FRAUD

3 min read | January 31, 2020

While no one is exempt from being a potential target of scammers, there are scams designed to deceive a person based on their stage of life. One of the most vulnerable age groups is young people with limited credit and account history.

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How to Protect Your Online Accounts

BLOG | FRAUD

1 min read | January 27, 2019

As a start to obtaining more of your personal information, “credential stuffing” is a fraud trend that is on the rise. This is where cyber attackers will acquire login credentials leaked from major data breaches.

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The Lowdown on Securities Fraud

BLOG | FRAUD

2 min read | January 27, 2019

Every day, more investors enter the market and so do more fraudsters looking to take advantage of increased participation in the stock market and people with limited investing knowledge. The best protection against fraud is knowledge.

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Social Media Scams to Look Out For

BLOG | FRAUD

2 min read | January 27, 2019

Social media gives scammers access to a large number of people for free or at a low cost. To lower your chances of getting caught up in a scam, do your research — especially when you encounter something that sounds too good to be true.

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Social Media Safety

BLOG | FRAUD

2 min read | January 27, 2019

Social media platforms are a great place to share our experiences and interests, as well as communicate and coordinate events. Unfortunately, they are also a potential gold mine for identity thieves. 

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How to Avoid Health Insurance Scams

BLOG | FRAUD

1 min read | January 27, 2019

There has been an increase in health insurance scams throughout the nation that has left many with their money and identity stolen. Thankfully, there are many ways to identify when you are getting scammed and how to stop it from happening.   

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How to Avoid Cosmetic Scams

BLOG | FRAUD

2 min read | January 27, 2019

Any college students are constantly trying to find the best deals, but sometimes those deals are scams. It’s important to be aware of scams happening around you to prevent yourself from becoming a victim.  

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Beware of Tax Scams

BLOG | FRAUD

3 min read | January 27, 2019

As tax season approaches, you can bet that fraudsters are ramping up their tax scams to steal from unsuspecting victims. Here are some of the most common scams and how to protect yourself.

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Beware of Robocalls

BLOG | FRAUD

2 min read | January 27, 2019

Robocalls were originally created to send out automated messages and were mostly used by telemarketers and political parties. Now, the majority of robocalls are from scammers who pretend to be telemarketers, tax collectors, charities, or people.

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The 5 Ws of Fraud

BLOG | FRAUD

2 min read | January 26, 2019

Fraud can be scary, it can be dangerous, and it can have a concerning impact on your finances and your credit. But the first line of defense is knowing what to look out for. Check out these 5 Ws of fraud to help you stay vigilant!

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Why You're Receiving Calls from Unknown Numbers

BLOG | FRAUD

2 min read | March 3, 2018

When you get a call from an unsolicited number about donations, national tragedies, or even phony IRS or debt collections, you may wonder how they got your number — and what their true motive is for calling you.

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