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3 min read | April 11, 2024
Becoming a victim of fraud can set you back in many ways. Being proactive against fraudsters can make a big difference in keeping your information safe. Read on to gain insight on how you can be targeted and ways to avoid the pitfalls of fraud.
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BLOG | FRAUD
3 min read | February 27, 2024
Fraud can be a scary topic and many forget to consider their security. With the fraud at an all-time high, learn how to protect your card information using four quick tips.
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2 min read | February 13, 2024
$8.8 billion was lost to fraudsters in 2022. One way they are duping people is by using charity scams, pretending to be a charity to obtain your information and money. Learn how to avoid them and other tips to protect your money and identity.
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BLOG | FRAUD
3 min read | December 25, 2023
To protect yourself and your loved ones from becoming a scammer’s next victim, you need to be aware of the common fraud scams around the holidays and how to avoid them. Learn about some of the most prevalent scams and how to spot them.
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BLOG | FRAUD
3 min read | December 18, 2023
Fraudsters are out in full force every holiday season. To better protect yourself, learn about the latest scams impacting shoppers and our tips for combating them.
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BLOG | FRAUD
2 min read | December 5, 2023
In today's digital age, the risk of falling victim to various forms of fraud is higher than ever. According to the Federal Trade Commission consumers reported a loss of $8.8 billion. Education is the most important safeguard to not fall victim to scams.
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BLOG | FRAUD
2 min read | November 29, 2023
Paying on an auto loan with a high interest rate can leave you feeling stuck. Receiving offers from companies promising to reduce rates may be enticing. However, remember to proceed with caution. Learn how to spot, avoid auto loan refinance scammers.
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BLOG | FRAUD
1 min read | October 26, 2023
Online realtor sites are increasingly targeted by scammers, causing big losses. Using P2P payment apps complicates fund recovery since those apps aren't insured. Learn how to avoid being a victim of renter’s fraud in our latest blog post.
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BLOG | FRAUD
1 min read | October 12, 2023
Beware of crafty fraudsters using emails, calls, or texts to scam you. Dive into our latest post to learn how to spot these sneaky attempts and keep your finances safe. Stay alert!
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BLOG | FRAUD
2 min read | September 7, 2023
Do you know how to stay vigilant about fraud risks? Learn how to shield your finances from imposters and online shopping scams and discover essential protection steps in our latest blog post.
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QUIZ | FRAUD
What’s worse than buying something online and finding out it was a complete scam? Take our quiz to test your knowledge and find out if you would fall for a seller’s scam.
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QUIZ | FRAUD
Some of the most common tools for scammers to deceive you are phishing, vishing, and smishing. Take our quiz to see if you’ve taken the right steps to protect yourself.
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BLOG | FRAUD
3 min read | June 13, 2023
International students are unfortunately a likely target for fraudsters. Read on to learn about common scams you might encounter and how to steer clear of them.
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BLOG | FRAUD
2 min read | May 29, 2023
No one is exempt from the possible attempt of fraud. Scams come in all shapes and sizes and are customized to target certain groups of people. What’s most important is to learn how to respond when under fraudulent attack.
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PODCAST | FRAUD
18 min | May 24, 2023
Hosts, Jessica and Amanda, invite Tony, MSU Federal Credit Union Sr. Call Center Trainer, back to share some vital ways to protect yourself from predatory lenders and loans.
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PODCAST | FRAUD
24 min | April 12, 2023
Hosts, Jessica and Amanda, share some vital ways to protect yourself from fraud and identity theft. Find out how to not fall victim to fraud and identity theft and ways to protect you and your family.
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BLOG | FRAUD
1 min read | March 30, 2023
Social Security numbers are required ID in nearly every aspect of our lives. This can lead to some obvious security concerns. With your SSN, an identity thief could do anything from opening new accounts to applying for your tax refund.
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BLOG | FRAUD
2 min read | February 23, 2023
Old, unused social media accounts that haven't been fully deleted are one of the many ways fraudsters connect with those in your circle to gather information or money. Learn the importance of and ways to delete old social media accounts.
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BLOG | FRAUD
2 min read | February 7, 2023
Tax time isn’t just stressful as you work to file your taxes by the deadline, but it can also be difficult because of the increased number of scams happening. Learn what to look for to be prepared and avoid falling victim to tax scams.
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BLOG | FRAUD
3 min read | January 3, 2023
The pandemic brought increased opportunities for remote work. However, this “new normal” comes with new ways for fraudsters to scam people out of money. Learn about online income scams, how they work, and ways to avoid them.
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BLOG | FRAUD
1 min read | December 8, 2022
We know it costs a bit more to keep our homes warm in the winter. Scammers know it too. Utility scams can be common with weather changes. Prepare your home to be energy efficient this winter and avoid falling victim to utility scams.
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BLOG | FRAUD
2 min read | September 1, 2022
If it looks too good to be true, it probably is. Every scholarship is not made equal. Be aware of the red flags that let you know if a scholarship is really an attempt to take your money or identity.
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BLOG | FRAUD
1 min read | July 19, 2022
While QR codes have been around for decades, the pandemic increased their popularity to limit touch points and be quickly redirected to information. Although these “quick response” codes are convenient, they’ve been a target of fraudsters.
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BLOG | FRAUD
1 min read | June 28, 2022
Status updates, sharing photos on vacation, and celebrating milestones are things we do without thinking about potential harm. We’re not saying don’t ever do these things — but you use caution and mindfulness when engaging on social media.
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