Top 10 Scams Targeting Seniors
Published: May 11, 2022
Some scammers deliberately target seniors by preying on desires and circumstances. Watch out for these scams, and learn how to help protect yourself from scammers' latest tactics.
The Latest Scams You Need to Be Aware of in 2022
Published: April 12, 2022
Scammers continue to prove that there's no rest for the wicked. While their goals - to get your personal information and money - remain the same year in and year out, their strategies constantly change with the times. Fraudsters know people are most vulnerable when they're desperate or scared, and they may use crises and pressure tactics to prey on their victims. As in previous years, many of the latest scams in 2022 are twists on existing scams, and the measures that have protected you for years can still apply. However, watch out for a few new types of attacks.
What You Need to Know About Triangulation Fraud
Published: March 28, 2022
While online shopping has taken a lot of the stress and hassle out of buying things, the convenience of it has also created openings for new kinds of online scams. Sometimes, as in the case of triangulation fraud, customers and merchants can even become unwitting participants.
Tax-Related Identity Theft Crimes
Published: February 15, 2022
Tax-related identity theft occurs when someone uses your Social Security to file a fraudulent tax return in your name, claiming a tax refund.You may not know you're a victim of identity theft until you're notified by the IRS of a possible issue with your return.The IRS recommends taking these important steps to safeguard your information.
How to Run a Privacy Scan After a Data Breach
Published: January 26, 2022
Your name, your address, your email - these might seem like boring facts from your day-to-day life, but to digital criminals they're all valuable data points worth snatching in a data breach. When you're the victim of a data breach and your privacy is in jeopardy, A Privacy Scan is a smart way to find out who may have acquired your information.
12 Common Scam and Fraud Terms You Should Know
Published: January 5, 2022
While fraudsters are becoming increasingly savvy, you can learn what to look out for and avoid the latest scams by understanding common scam and fraud terms. Scammers want to catch you off guard and pressure you to make hasty decisions, so informing yourself is a crucial way to stay one step ahead of their tactics.