Resolutions for a Fraud Free New Year

Dec 2, 2024 | Tips

As we embrace a fresh start with the New Year, it’s the perfect time to commit to resolutions that safeguard your financial well-being. Scammers continue to evolve, and protecting your finances and personal information should be at the top of your list. Here are...

Stay Safe From Holiday Scams

Nov 12, 2024 | Tips

The holiday season is a joyful time filled with shopping, travel, and festive activities. Unfortunately, it’s also prime time for scammers seeking to exploit the spirit of generosity and the increase in online transactions. In 2024, as technology continues to shape...

Tips to Protect Seniors from Financial Abuse

May 29, 2024 | Tips

Older Americans lose roughly $3 billion to a growing number of scams each year, according to the United States Senate Special Committee on Aging. But only one in 44 cases get reported, according to the National Adult Protective Services Association, putting the true...

Preventing Elder Financial Abuse

Jun 15, 2023 | Tips

Roughly 20 percent of older Americans fall prey to financial exploitation totaling $3 billion annually or an average of $120,000 per elderly victim, according to a study from the AARP Public Policy Institute. And given that only one out of every 44 financial abuse...

Smishing

Feb 17, 2023 | CyberSecurity

Your cell phone is one of our most used — and — trusted devices. Help keep your device safe with these cybersecurity tips meant to help you avoid potential smishing scams. Never respond The first rule when dealing with smishing texts is to never respond. Other than...