Key Takeaways: In the age of paperless transactions and digital banking, mail fraud might seem like an unlikely threat. However, this type of fraud is rising, and many people are falling victim to it. With 127.3 billion units of sensitive documents, checks, and packages being sent and received through mailboxes a year, fraudsters are given […]
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Mail and Check Fraud is on the Rise
Key Takeaways: Mail fraud is any fraud that involves the United States Postal Service. Check fraud refers to using paper or digitally created checks to obtain money illegally. Once criminals…
What is ACH Fraud and How to Protect Yourself
Key Takeaways: ACH fraud is a type of fraud that impacts ACH payments, which are electronic transfers of money from one bank account to another. This type of fraud can…
Cybersecurity: Protect your Email Account
How safe is my email account? That’s a question we should all ask ourselves because we use email for so many things. And a hacked email account can open you…
Cybersecurity: Public WIFI
Whether you’re at home, at the office, or especially on a public wifi network, there are steps you can take to stay secure and guard your personal information. The best…
Cybersecurity: The Dark Web
The Internet is a massive place, generally covering three levels of access: The most visible is the Public Web, where you can search for and read news and other information, shop…
Cybersecurity: Strong Passwords
Make your online passwords strong Are your passwords strong enough to protect your accounts from unauthorized access? Most of us have a variety of online accounts – everything from financial…
Cybersecurity: Tech Support Scams
You’re browsing the web when a window pops up: Warning! Your computer may be infected! Or the phone rings, telling you there’s a problem with your computer and you need…
How to Place a Fraud Alert
If you’re the victim of identity theft, or think you may be at risk, you should act quickly to protect yourself from further financial damage. You need to place a…
Smartphone Safety Tips
Our smartphones carry an abundant amount of information in today’s world. There are several ways that faulty security measures can put you at risk; here are a few safety tips…
Avoid Scammers Who Claim to be from Your Bank
How to Avoid Scammers Who Claim to be from Your Bank Imagine this scenario: your phone rings and you see your bank’s name in the caller ID, so you answer.…
Be Alert for Scams Targeting the Elderly
Crooks who prey on the elderly often use the telephone or internet to trick their victims with promises of prize money, companionship, or threats to scare them into sending money.…