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Avoiding Tax Season Scams

The majority of data thefts begin with an email phishing scam. As we get closer to the filing deadline, taxpayers should be extra cautious about any emails, text messages, or phone calls they receive from someone claiming to be an IRS employee. In this article, we’ll explain the tell-tale signs of a phishing scam, cover the most common tax season scams, and show you where to get help if you are a victim or attempted victim of a tax scam.

5 Easy Steps to Jumpstart Your Emergency Fund

“Many adults are not well prepared to withstand even small financial disruptions,” writes the Federal Reserve in its 2018 Report on the Economic Well-Being of U.S. Households. When surveyed, 4 in 10 adults said they’d have trouble covering an unexpected $400 expense without carrying a credit card balance or borrowing from family/friends.

ATM Fraud

Today, ATM attacks and fraud are on the rise, and we all need to be vigilant in order to avoid victimization. In this article, we’ll explain why ATMs are vulnerable to fraud and what you can do to protect yourself.