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Fraud and ID Theft

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Fraud and identity theft can happen to anyone. Stay informed and safeguarded with resources designed to help you recognize, prevent, and respond to fraud and identity theft. From common scams to real-time education, SAFE is here to help you protect what matters most.

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Beware of Text Message and Phone Call Scam

Tips to help identify fraudulent texts and phone calls appearing to be from SAFE Credit Union.

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Five Simple Ways to Protect Yourself from Fraud

Scammers and fraudsters are constantly evolving their tactics in targeting people and their wallets.

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Shop with Confidence and Fight Fraud

Nothing can ruin a shopping trip faster than finding out that a fraudster has stolen your credit card information.

Podcast

Protect Yourself Against Common Frauds and Scams

This episode provides insights on the most common frauds and scams and shares tips on what you can do to avoid them.

Be on the lookout for these common scams.

Scams that play on your emotions and seek to gain your trust, they will often demand payment via cash app or through pre-paid gift cards.

 

Social Media

You see an offer too good to be true for a costly or much-wanted item, but the seller says you can only pay with cash or through a payment app.

Imposter

A person says they’re with the IRS, Social Security, police or other agency and say that if you don’t pay a fine immediately, you will be arrested or a lawsuit filed against you.

Tech Support

You get a call from a stranger saying there is a problem with your computer and they will charge you a fee to fix it.

Family Member

The person claims to be your family member or friend in need of immediate financial assistance.

Lottery Winnings

You’re told you won a lottery, but you must send cash to pay the taxes before receiving the winnings.

Investment Opportunity

Beware of get-rich-quick schemes, passive-income opportunities that promise you’ll make large amounts with little to no work, and vague business opportunities.

Online Romance

A person you’ve only known through social media or online says they need money to visit you in person or to help them with a problem.

Home Closing

A person claiming to be from a financial institution gives you false information on where to wire money to close on a home sale.