With scammers targeting our entire life savings with their schemes, we all need to be alert and know how to detect their latest tricks. Something as simple as talking about scams you know about is a great way to help you and your community stay protected. And being part of this solution doesn’t require training or a lot of time! The FTC has free materials and information on hundreds of Learn More about Stay ahead of scammers in 2025
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How to recover from identity theft
We get it. You hoped the day would never come when you learned someone used your personal information to open new credit accounts in your name. But it did. So now what? Act fast. It can help reduce the damage identity theft can cause. Here’s how to get started. This content is provided by the Federal Trade Commission Learn More about How to recover from identity theft
Does a friend you met online need money for an emergency? That’s a scam
If your new online friend or romantic interest says they have an emergency and need money, it might not mean they have bad luck. It’s more likely they’re a scammer trying to grab your money. So, how can you tell if an online “friend” is a fraud? It’s hard to know who people really are when you meet them online. Scammers create fake profiles on social media, as well as game and dating sites. Learn More about Does a friend you met online need money for an emergency? That’s a scam
No one is using your Social Security number to commit crimes. It’s a scam.
The phone rings. Your caller ID says it’s the Social Security Administration. You hesitate. You’re not expecting a call from them, and you’ve heard about impersonation scams. But something inside you makes you pick up. And everything you’re about to hear is designed to scare you into doing whatever the caller says. The caller says he’s a Social Security Administration agent with an urgent Learn More about No one is using your Social Security number to commit crimes. It’s a scam.
No love for romance scammers in 2024
As your social media and mailboxes fill up with new year’s greetings, you might see some unfamiliar names. Are the messages from long-lost friends or romance scammers trying to get close? Here are some things to watch for. Scammers pretend to be heroes in faraway places. The phony Marines, soldiers, admirals, generals, diplomats, and surgeons claim they can’t speak or show their faces because Learn More about No love for romance scammers in 2024
NortonLifeLock Subscription Renewal Email Scam
The NortonLifeLock subscription renewal scam is an email scam in which cybercriminals send a fake notification email to recipients about the renewal of an antivirus system. They present the email as an official notification from NortonLifeLock, a real cybersecurity software company. The scammers add a fake custom ID, invoice number, and renewal date to make the email appear genuine. Using an Learn More about NortonLifeLock Subscription Renewal Email Scam
Scammers are posing as your TV and internet company
Did Spectrum or another provider call with an offer to lower your monthly TV, cable, or internet bill in exchange for a pre-payment or fee? It wasn’t them. It was a scammer, and you’re not alone. This year, the FTC has gotten thousands of reports — including many from older adults — about scammers pretending to be Spectrum to try to trick people out of their money or personal Learn More about Scammers are posing as your TV and internet company
Five things to do to protect yourself online
Your online accounts, computer, and phone hold a lot of your personal, financial, and health information. Information that’s valuable to you — and to scammers who try to steal it. Here are five things to do to keep hackers out of your accounts and your personal business. Continue reading by clicking here This article is courtesy of the Federal Trade Commission. Learn More about Five things to do to protect yourself online
Scam Alert – Text Message
Co-op Credit Union has been receiving calls from our Members stating they received a text message from a fraud detection service, advising their card has been deactivated and they need to call immediately to resolve the issue. The text does not identify any information related to the card number, transactions, or financial institution name. The goal of this scam is to gain personal Learn More about Scam Alert - Text Message
Don’t click on that random text. It’s a scam
Sorry to burst your bubble. That unexpected text from the Postal Service (USPS), Costco, or The Home Depot telling you about an unclaimed package or a survey you can complete to claim a freebie is NOT from them. It’s a scam. The FTC has seen a spike in reports from people getting text messages that look like they’re from well-known names like USPS, Costco, or The Home Depot and others. Spoiler Learn More about Don’t click on that random text. It’s a scam
