Category: Identity Theft

Protect Your Money: Common Banking Scams and How to Avoid Them

Protecting your money is our top priority at 1st Ed Credit Union. Scammers are always finding new ways to try to access your personal information and hard-earned funds. The good news is that with a little knowledge, you can spot their tricks and keep your accounts safe. This guide will walk you through the most […]

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How to Protect Yourself From Identity Theft

Identity theft affects millions of people each year and can lead to financial loss, emotional distress, and long-lasting damage to your credit. Understanding common scams, adopting preventive measures, and knowing how to respond if your identity is compromised are essential steps to safeguarding yourself. At 1st Ed Credit Union, we are committed to helping you […]

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Checking In On Your Credit

Checking In On Your Credit We all know how important it is to have a good credit score, but do you know how to check it? Lenders will request a copy of your credit report when you apply for a loan, but you can also check on your own once each year from each of […]

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Stay Smarter Than Scammers!

Stay Smarter Than Scammers! With fraud involving cryptocurrency and online payment systems on the rise, it’s more important than ever to be cautious with your financial information. Just recently, a scam in Dauphin County cost one individual $16,000 (Read the story here.)! Don’t let your account be the next target; keep these practices in mind […]

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Stay Smarter than Scammers!

With fraud involving cryptocurrency and online payment systems on the rise, it’s more important than ever to be cautious with your financial information. Just this week, a scam in Dauphin County cost one individual $16,000 (Read the story here.)! Don’t let your account be the next target; keep these practices in mind to keep your […]

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Beware of Tax Scammers

With tax season abuzz, tax scammers have been hard at work. In fact, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has gotten thousands of complaints about one kind of scammer in particular — IRS imposters.   Here’s how they work: scammers posing as IRS officials call and say you owe taxes. They threaten to arrest or deport […]

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Free Trials and Tribulations

As you browse online, you probably see offers to try out cool products or services for free. This can be tempting and, many times, it’s okay to check them out. But some dishonest companies will bury the terms of their “free trial” offers in fine print or not disclose them at all. Their real goal […]

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There are no “quick fixes” to clean up your credit

If you’re trying to clean up your credit, you’ll come across plenty of companies offering an easy fix. But any company promising instant results for a price is likely a scam. The FTC says Grand Teton is one of those companies. In its lawsuit, the FTC says Grand Teton tricked people into paying hundreds – […]

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Are You Over Sharing On Social Media?

What may seem innocent could put you at risk for home invasion or identity theft. Is Your Birth-date Displayed? Identity thieves only need a few pieces of the puzzle to get into your online accounts. Do You Share Your Phone Number? Unsolicited scammers can get your phone number from social media. Are Your Vacation Pictures […]

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