Fraud & Security

  • Tax Scams to Watch for in 2026: IRS Texts, Refund Fraud and Phishing Emails

    posted March 4, 2026 in Fraud & Security

    Tax season already feels stressful, and scammers know it. Each year they come up with new tricks to steal personal information, tax refunds or even full identities. The more you know about these tactics, the easier they are to spot. Below is a simple guide to the most common tax scams 2026 taxpayers should watch for and the steps you can take to help protect yourself.

  • Anti-virus software

    posted August 6, 2024 in Fraud & Security

    Anti-virus software is a type of program that protects the computer from harmful software, such as viruses, worms, trojans, spyware, ransomware, and adware. These malicious programs can steal or corrupt personal information, use the computer to launch attacks against other computers, and interfere with performance. Anti-virus software can prevent, detect, and remove malware infections by scanning the files, processes, and network communication.

  • Don't Get Caught in an Emergency Scam!

    posted May 28, 2024 in Fraud & Security

    Someone you know calls and says they've got an emergency and needs you to send money right away! Before you fall victim to this scam, check our guide to keep your money safe.

  • Don't Get Caught in a Debt Collection Scam

    posted January 2, 2024 in Fraud & Security

    Debt-collection scams exploit the feelings of helplessness and overwhelm to lure victims. Let's take a look at these scams and how to keep yourself from falling victim.

  • Security Tip for Cyber Security Awareness Month

    posted October 18, 2023 in Fraud & Security

    Protecting yourself and your family from cyber threats is essential, and you can take some simple steps to do so. Malicious actors continually probe software to discover vulnerabilities, which are essentially errors or flaws in how the software was created.

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