Protecting Against the Equifax Data Breach
Equifax collects and keeps files on confidential consumer information such as addresses, employment, Social Security, driver’s license, and credit card numbers, all of which may possibly be used by criminals to open lines of credit and wreak financial havoc for years to come.
Scam – Charities Raising Money
This scam may come through the phone, e-mail, or at the door. The “charity” representative uses an official sounding charity name. They make a plea for you to donate some money to help...
Scam – Grandparent Scam
A con artist calls or e-mails the victim, usually a grandparent, and impersonates a relative. They explain that they’ve gotten in trouble and need money sent urgently. They may claim they need...
Scam – Home Repair Con Men
If someone comes to your front door and says they were in the neighborhood and noticed that you have a problem at your house, say with your windows, doors, roof, driveway, etc., they may be looking to scam you.
Scam Alert – Prize Scams (Lottery, Sweepstakes, and Prizes)
You’ve just won $5,000! Or $5 million. Or maybe it’s a fabulous diamond ring, or luxury vacation? More likely, it’s a prize scam, and you’ll find the prize isn’t worth much — if you get a prize at...
Scam Alert – Persons with Diabetes Being Targeted
Fraud Alert for People with Diabetes Criminals who plot to defraud the Government and steal money from the American people have a new target: people with diabetes. Although the precise method may...
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