The holidays bring joy and celebration, but it’s also a season when fraudsters are up to their most deceiving tricks. We’re here to help you stay safe by shining a spotlight on some of this season’s most common scams and their warning signs, plus tips on how to protect yourself.
Donating to worthy causes is a wonderful way to make the world a better place. Whether it’s helping with the aftermath of a natural disaster, assisting the sick, or another cause close to your heart, you want to ensure your contributions are going where you intend. Unfortunately, scammers are always on the lookout to profit off other’s misfortune.
It seems like every day a new scam emerges as fraudsters attempt to separate you from your hard-earned money. While many of these ploys are extravagant and convincing, that doesn’t stop fraudsters from returning to their old tricks. That’s what is happening now as the “Say Yes” scam regains popularity.
Nowadays, it seems like a day doesn’t go by without someone trying to lure you into a scam. And just when you think you know all their moves, a new ploy lands on your lap. Today, we’re sharing four popular phishing scams guaranteed to land in your email inbox and tips on how to avoid becoming a victim.
Imagine saving money for years to buy your first home. Then, in the blink of an eye, your dream of owning a home, and your savings, are gone. It’s a nightmare scenario that’s becoming all too common. Real estate wire fraud spiked during the pandemic. The best way to protect yourself from this type of scam is to familiarize yourself with how it works.
Everyone needs and deserves a nice vacation. It’s a chance to escape the daily grind, have fun with family and friends, and unwind. As your vacation date inches closer and the excitement builds, it’s easy to overlook some last-minute household items to check off your to-do list.
Identity theft is a serious crime that can have detrimental consequences on your finances and credit score. Unfortunately, most people don’t realize their personal information was stolen until weeks or months later. So, whether you fell prey to a scam or were a victim of a data breach, it’s crucial you act swiftly.
Millions of people fall victim to identity theft every year. A new trend emerging involves fraudsters piggybacking off legitimate text alerts from financial institutions. Identifying these fraudulent texts can be challenging at first, but there are tell-tale signs of a scam.
Tax season is here, and it tends to put most people on edge. Many are anxious to file their returns because they rely on the money from their tax refund. Others find it stressful to locate all their tax documents and file on time. Add in people’s fear of the IRS and making mistakes on their returns, and it creates the perfect environment for scammers.
One of the newest scams involves what is known as SIM Swapping. This latest type of fraud affects access to your mobile phone and can have detrimental effects on your finances and personal information. Protecting yourself begins with understanding SIM Swapping, how it works, and how to protect yourself and your personal data.
