Identity theft is a crime in which an imposter gains access to another’s personal information, such as Social Security, credit card numbers, or medical insurance information and uses this information for personal gain. Identity theft might be the result of Read More …
Category: Fraud Updates
How to Tell if a Website is Secure with your Financial Information
There’s plenty of websites today that want your credit card information. Some sites even want confidential information like your bank account numbers or social security numbers. Many of these websites are legitimate, but what about scammers? It’s undeniable that fake Read More …
Card Skimmers: What Are They?
There have been recent reports of card skimmers on devices in the Great Lakes Bay Region. Learn what to look for on the machines and how you can protect yourself. What is a skimming device? When it comes Read More …
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) about the Equifax data breach
Who/What is Equifax? Along with TransUnion and Experian, Equifax is one of the three major credit reporting agencies in the U.S. They track your entire financial history — every bill you pay, any loans you have, credit cards, credit inquiries Read More …
What You Need to Know About Cyber Security and Protecting Your Identity
Has the recent Equifax breach kept you up at night, wondering if your information was compromised? Are you feeling insecure about cyber security? If you haven’t yet experienced identity theft, here is what you need to know about cyber Read More …
Debit Card and PELL Grant Scams Ramping Up
In an effort to inform individuals, area credit unions would like to make the public aware of two active scams going on in our region. Although it has been ongoing, the frequency and the boldness of the scammers are ramping Read More …
Preventing Tax Return Fraud
Identity theft continues to be a booming business: In 2014, 17.6 million Americans fell victim, and cybercriminals made off with $15.4 billion. And tax refund theft remains a lucrative piece of that business, despite the IRS’ efforts to stamp it Read More …
How to Avoid the Busy Holiday Scamming Season
You’re not the only one joyfully anticipating the holiday season. Cyber criminals are all aflutter, too, as they look forward to the killing they’ll make ripping off innocent shoppers like you. Here are some of the most common ways these Read More …
Tips for Avoiding Credit Card Fraud
With nearly 38,000 complaints logged in 2015, credit card fraud ranks as the second most common form of identity theft, behind only tax- or wage-related fraud, according to the Federal Trade Commission. It can take many forms, including: Scammers who try to Read More …
United Financial – Financial Fix: Identity Theft Protection
Welcome to our United Financial – Financial Fix! Look for a new topic every week. [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=11jdEUWx1sc&w=560&h=315] One out of every ten Americans will become a victim of identity theft. Will you be one of them? The following are ways Read More …