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Four Signs That Someone Is Trying To Scam You

Cybercrime is an ongoing challenge that continues to grow. From 2019 to 2023, cybercrime nearly doubled to more than 880,000.* In 2023, consumers reported losing more than $10 billion to scams, a 14% increase over 2022.** To help protect you and your money, here are four signs that someone is trying to scam you.

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Tips For Avoiding Phone Scams

“Hello, we’ve noted a problem with your account ending in 4321. Can you please give me your Social Security Number so I can verify your identity?” Talk about service, you may think. Your financial institution is calling you to report suspicious activity related to your account. Here’s the problem: There’s been no suspicious activity. The person is not calling from your financial institution. It’s a scam.

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