Safety and Security

How to Prevent Debit Card Fraud

Written by Nathan Woolard

            Just as your credit cards are susceptible to potential fraud, so too are your debit cards and their associated accounts.  A would-be thief who gets their hands on your debit card number or bank PIN can use that information to take cash straight from your bank account or to make pricey purchases.  Unfortunately, some methods of debit card fraud... Read More

Written by Nathan Woolard

            The gift giving season is just around the corner, and the thrill of hunting down the perfect presents is sure to kick in full force.  However, if COVID-19 has you doing some or all of your shopping online, take a little extra time to protect yourself.  If you’re not staying on guard, it can be easy to fall into the traps laid by cybercriminals to steal your personal and financial... Read More

Written by Nathan Woolard

            According to the Federal Trade Commission, Americans lost $1.9 billion to phishing and other fraud in 2019.  Phishing is a fraudulent attempt to obtain confidential information via phone call, text, or email.  Criminals will imitate legitimate businesses, including banks, to trick you into giving them personal information.  October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month and the American... Read More

Don’t Fall Victim to COVID-19 Scams

Written by Nathan Woolard

As our communities and the world find ourselves trying to navigate our way along the uncertain path set for us by the COVID-19 pandemic, we must also be vigilant to protect ourselves from those who are trying to take advantage of a panicked society.

In an advisory released by the Department of Justice, U.S. Attorney G. Zachary Terwilliger warned that “Fraudsters frequently prey upon vulnerable... Read More

Protecting Yourself from IRS Impersonations

Written by Nathan Woolard

In our August blog, we discussed the effects of data breaches and how to minimize damage taken in their aftermath.  However, not all information theft occurs on such a widespread or impersonal level.  Many scammers make their approach on a more direct level to nab your information straight from the source:  you.  Some of the most commonly employed scams are run by individuals impersonating... Read More

Protecting Yourself from Data Breaches

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