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How to Avoid Account Takeover Fraud What is an “account takeover”? An account takeover happens when a fraudster poses as a financial institution to get your personal or account information. Once the fraudster has access to your account, they can make unauthorized transactions. How Does It Work? An account takeover begins with a fraudster sending […]
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Fraud happens fast – but a few small changes can make a big difference. These simple tips can help you catch fraud early and protect what you’ve worked so hard to build. Start With These 6 Everyday Tips Use Strong Passwords: Choose something only you would know. Mix letters, numbers, and symbols – and avoid […]
Read MoreWhen Investment Fraud Happens in Familiar Places Did you hear about an investment opportunity from a friend or someone in a group or community you’re a part of? Before you hand over any money, make sure you’re not getting into an investment scam. Here’s how. One way investment scammers work is by using your community […]
Read MoreFive Ways to Help You Cut Down on Unwanted Calls If you feel like you get more than your share of unwanted calls, you’re not alone. To slow down these persistent calls — some of which lead straight to scams — take a few simple steps. Register your phone number for free in the National […]
Read MoreScammy Texts Offering “refunds” for Amazon Purchases Scammers are pretending to be Amazon again. This time, they’re sending texts claiming there’s a problem with something you bought. They offer a refund if you click a link — but it’s a scam. Here’s how the scam works so you can avoid it. You get an unexpected […]
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