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Urgent Fraud Alerts and the Account Takeover Scam

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Last year was a banner year for scammers. In November 2025, the FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) reported that Account Takeover fraud has caused more than $262 million in losses since the start of the year. If you haven't heard about the Acount Takeover scam, be aware that it's a clever trick to get into your bank or other accounts. This includes commercial accounts … [Read more...] about Urgent Fraud Alerts and the Account Takeover Scam

Taking a Bite Out of Service Dog Scams

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I understand the appeal. Your dog brings you joy. You want to take him (or her) everywhere. You're not happy that so many places ban pets, but then you see the solution online—you can buy a service dog vest—with no documentation. All of a sudden, Feisty Fido can go anywhere!Stop right there. This isn't just wrong; it's illegal. Worse, it damages the reputation of legitimate … [Read more...] about Taking a Bite Out of Service Dog Scams

Press 1 for Customer Service – the latest Apple iPhone Scam

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I recently received a call from an unknown number in Sulphur Springs, TX. Because I didn’t know the number, I did not do as the caller suggested and "press 1 for customer service." It was a good decision on my part because the call was part of the iPhone 16 Pro Scam.The voice on the message sounded very real, not robotic at all, and there was noticeable background noise, … [Read more...] about Press 1 for Customer Service – the latest Apple iPhone Scam

5 Lies Scammers Tell (And How to Shut Them Down)

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Social Security scammers are constantly finding new ways to trick people into giving away their money and personal information. They rely on fear, confusion, and urgency to make their lies believable. But here’s the good news—you don’t have to fall for their schemes! By learning these tips for avoiding Social Security scams, you can protect yourself and help others do the … [Read more...] about 5 Lies Scammers Tell (And How to Shut Them Down)

Charitable giving scams come front and center

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It’s hard for me to believe that I haven’t written about charity scams in nearly three years. A lot has changed, and a lot hasn’t, in the wide world of charitable giving scams. One thing that hasn’t changed is that charitable donations surge during these last three months of the year. The charities know this, and so do the scammers. That’s one reason October 17-21 was Charity … [Read more...] about Charitable giving scams come front and center