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How to Spot and Avoid a Package Delivery Scam
With online shopping becoming more popular than ever, packages arriving on our doorsteps are now a common sight. Unfortunately, this convenience also creates opportunities for scammers to strike, especially during the holiday season. They hope to catch you off guard and trick you into sharing personal or financial information. Stay one step ahead by learning…
Read MoreCybersecurity Month: Identifying Scams, Red Flags, and Safety Tips
October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and as the leaves change and pumpkin spice lattes flow, it’s the perfect time to cozy up with a warm drink and sharpen your digital defenses. Scammers have become increasingly clever, using various tactics to trick people into giving up personal information or money. So, grab your favorite mug, settle…
Read MoreUnderstanding Data Breaches: How to Protect Your Information and Respond Effectively
In our increasingly digital lives, we routinely provide organizations with access to our personal information. Whether it’s for opening a credit card, signing up for internet service, creating a social media account, or even purchasing something online, we often share our information for legitimate reasons and trust these companies to keep our information safe. But…
Read MoreBusiness Fraud Prevention Checklist
As a business owner, it is important to be aware of the risks associated with fraudulent activities and take steps to protect your company. Fraud can take many forms, from phishing scams to check fraud and cyber-attacks. In this blog, we’ll provide fraud prevention tips and effective strategies to help keep your business safe. Download…
Read MoreProtecting Your Kids in Virtual Gaming Worlds: Recognize and Avoiding Scams
In recent years, the popularity of virtual gaming worlds for kids has soared. Games like Minecraft, Roblox, and Fortnite have captivated young audiences, offering them imaginative landscapes to explore and conquer. However, alongside this surge in interest, there has been a growing concern about scams targeting young gamers. This post aims to shed light on…
Read MoreProtecting Older Adults: A Guide to Senior Scams
As our loved one’s age, they become increasingly vulnerable to a variety of scams that specifically target older adults. According to the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3), in 2023, scams reported by those over the age of 60 topped $3.4 billion, marking an almost 11% increase in reported losses from…
Read MoreDefending Against Impersonation Scams
In an era where our lives are intertwined with technology more than ever before, scammers have adapted to use technology to exploit personal information. Impersonation scams, commonly referred to as spoofing, have become more sophisticated, with fraudsters targeting unsuspecting individuals and posing as trusted entities, including Park View Federal Credit Union. To help you safeguard…
Read MoreHow to Recognize and Defend Against PPP Loan Scams
In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) became a lifeline for small businesses struggling to stay afloat. However, this much-needed help also opened the doors to opportunistic fraudsters and recently, there has been a surge in PPP loan scam attempts that continue to target unsuspecting business owners. Exploiting PPP Loan…
Read MoreHow to Recognize and Protect Yourself from Common Scams
Scammers are becoming more sophisticated in their tactics to exploit people. From phishing schemes to investment frauds, it’s hard to navigate the landscape of potential scams. Understanding how to recognize and protect yourself from scams are crucial steps to safeguarding yourself from falling prey to scams in the digital age. Spotting Scammers: Five Telltale Signs…
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