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Identity Protection

Identity theft can happen to anyone and is even more likely to happen if you are a credit/debit card user.  If you allow someone to get a hold of your personal information, there can be negative repercussions such as accumulating debt you did not really put yourself in.  There are always new tricks identity thieves are trying to attempt to steal your information.  This section will provide you with knowledge on how to protect yourself from identity thieves while also keeping you in the loop on new identity theft trends.

Tis the Season for Utility Scams

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The cold is upon us and thus a fresh new round of scams are in season! Unfortunately, scammers don’t take any holidays. Scammers are always looking for an opportunity to capitalize on panicked victims, so this time they are targeting your utility bills! Learn about how to avoid these scammers in this blog.

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Fraud Reminders during Tax Season

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Read this blog for some reminders and advice on how to handle fraudulent activity while you are filing your taxes this year. There is no off-season for fraud and scams, so be prepared this tax season!

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Mobile Scams are on the Rise!

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Scammers are always finding new ways to extort money from unsuspecting victims; and utilizing mobile devices as a primary method for this type of criminal activity continues to take center stage. Read about the latest methods scammers are using and learn how you can avoid becoming a victim!

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Stay Vigilant! Scammers are using new methods to access your finances!

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As a follow up from our post in March, we have highlighted a few more examples of scams that both your credit union and other financial institutions are seeing take place. We hope these examples will help you better identify when a potential scammer is trying to take advantage of you!

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COVID-19 Scams are on the rise! Be on the lookout for these fraudulent schemes.

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Here we have highlighted some of the most common coronavirus scams to be on the lookout for as we wait for our daily lives to return to normalcy. Please take a moment to read these fraudulent schemes and do your own research on potential scams prior to giving anyone your personal information!

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Tips for Protecting Yourself from Cyber Criminals

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In the following blog, we have highlighted a few actions and behaviors to be on the lookout for when it comes to dealing with cyber criminals. Take a look at our tips here for the best ways to avoid becoming a victim!

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Be Web Wise

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This Month at CES we are seeking out ways to inform you on cyber security. We want you to be as informed as possible on how you can protect yourself from cyber threats and identity protection online. “The internet is a shared resource, and securing it is our shared global responsibility.” Below are several tips, from our friends at Stop Think Connect, for protecting yourself from cyber threats and to insure you are being wise while you enjoy your time online.

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5 Ways to Protect Yourself Against Identity Theft

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What can you do to protect yourself from identity theft?  We have compiled a list of steps you can take to help ensure your personal information does not get placed in the wrong hands.

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