Make it a scam-free vacation this summer
It’s almost summer! Right now, you probably have beaches on the brain or you’re thinking about that long-planned trip abroad. Before you head out, take steps to help keep your dream vacation from becoming a nightmare.
Take Suggested Steps to Report Scams
According to the FTC—the Federal Trade Commission—consumers lost over $5.8 billion in 2021 to fraud, and that figure was a 70-percent increase over the previous year. We don’t want you to find yourself a victim, so here are some of the most common scams and where to report a scam.
Stay Safe Amid Rise in Mail Theft
Identity theft occurs when someone steals your personal information, such as your Social Security number or bank account information, to commit fraud or other crimes. And your mail provides easy access to this information.
Watch Out for These Six IRS Tax Scams
Tax season is stressful enough without adding vulnerability to identity theft to your list of things to worry about. To keep your sensitive personal information safe, however, you should be a little worried, though – or at least alert and informed enough to know a tax scam when you see one.
How to Avoid End-of-Year Charity Scams
Charities in need of support will be making year-end appeals by phone, mail, email, and social media. Scammers know that, too. Every year, they try to trick people into giving to them with fake charity accounts and other sinister tactics.