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22 06, 2023

Scam Alert – Members Receiving Scam Calls Related to Recent Wind Storm

2023-06-22T14:10:30-05:00June 22nd, 2023|Green Country News, Scams|

SCAM ALERT! June 22, 2023 | Our members have alerted us to two scams happening right now. One is from a group called PTSO saying they are working "hand-in-hand" with Green Country on disaster recovery efforts. The other is for mortgage refinance or forbearance through a group called Optimus. Neither group is legitimate. Do not [...]

21 06, 2023

How Can I Recover Money From a Scammer?

2023-06-21T17:29:53-05:00June 21st, 2023|Consumer Protection, Scams|

How Can I Recover Money From a Scammer? Every year, more and more people fall prey to scams. Data from the Federal Trade Commission shows that in 2021, consumers reported losing more than $5.8 billion to fraud. That’s a 70% increase from 2020. Imposter scams are the most common scams, followed by online shopping scams. What does [...]

24 08, 2022

Recent Scam Activity – Wires & Zelle

2022-08-24T16:18:13-05:00August 24th, 2022|Consumer Protection, Fraud, Scams|

Be aware of the latest scam activity We’ve recently seen digital money movement fraud on the rise. A scammer can contact you requesting payment through a Wire Transfer or transfer via Zelle – these methods allow money to be sent quickly, and the funds are often hard to trace and recover. You should never wire [...]

13 06, 2022

Common Types of Scams

2022-06-13T08:33:43-05:00June 13th, 2022|Consumer Protection, Scams|

Common types of scams Scammers are constantly finding new ways to steal your money. You can protect yourself by knowing what to look out for. Here are some of the most common types of frauds and scams. Learn what to watch for and what steps to take to keep yourself, your loved ones, and your [...]

24 06, 2021

SCAM ALERT: If You Get This Message From the IRS, Don’t Open It

2021-06-24T21:31:30-05:00June 24th, 2021|Consumer Protection, COVID-19, Scams|

If You Get This Message From the IRS, Don't Open It New Tax Credit has scammers clamoring to take advantage of you. Scam callers claiming to be from the IRS are a dime a dozen. While tax season has come to an end, you might be gearing up to receive the IRS' child tax credit [...]

23 04, 2021

Fraud & Scam Basics

2021-04-23T17:07:58-05:00April 23rd, 2021|Consumer Protection, Fraud, Scams|

Fraud & Scam Resources Losing money or property to scams and fraud can be devastating. But there are many resources to help you prevent, recognize, and report scams and fraud.   The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) is a U.S. government agency that makes sure banks, lenders, and other financial companies treat you fairly. [...]

23 04, 2021

Fraud and Scams key terms

2021-04-23T16:50:41-05:00April 23rd, 2021|Consumer Protection, Fraud, Scams|

Fraud and Scams Glossary Want to learn more? Visit the CFPB online. Elder financial exploitation Elder financial exploitation is the illegal or improper use of an older adult’s funds, property, or assets. It is the most common form of elder abuse, but only a small fraction of incidents are reported.The perpetrators can be strangers who [...]

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