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What To Do If You’re a Victim of Check Fraud
The following blog was made by AmericaSaves, in partnership with the American Association of Credit Union Leagues, America’s Credit Unions, and TruStage. Finding out you’ve been a victim of check fraud can feel overwhelming. Maybe a check was stolen from the mail. Maybe your account shows a payment you never authorized. Or maybe you deposited a check that turned out to be fake. No matter…
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How to Detect Check Fraud Early
The following blog was made by AmericaSaves, in partnership with the American Association of Credit Union Leagues, America’s Credit Unions, and TruStage. Whether a check was stolen from the mail, altered, forged, or used in a scam, the sooner you notice suspicious activity, the better your chances are of limiting financial loss and protecting your…
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5 Common Types of Check Fraud
The following blog was made by AmericaSaves, in partnership with the American Association of Credit Union Leagues, America’s Credit Unions, and TruStage. Even in a digital world, checks (paper or electronic) contain valuable information that criminals can use to steal money or commit fraud. At the same time, scammers are increasingly combining traditional check scams with electronic payments, mobile deposits, and peer-to-peer…
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What Is Check Fraud? How It Happens and Why It’s Increasing
The following blog was made by AmericaSaves, in partnership with the American Association of Credit Union Leagues, America’s Credit Unions, and TruStage. Check fraud may sound like an old problem, but it’s still one of the fastest-growing types of financial fraud, and it can affect anyone. While many payments now happen online, millions of people still use paper checks to…
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9 Identity Protection Tips for Travelers
Summer travel season is upon us, and it can bring a lot of excitement and many distractions. That’s exactly when people slip up with their personal information without realizing it. A few simple habits can make a big difference in keeping your identity safe as you prepare to head out on the road. Don’t let identity thieves ruin your summer plans. Before you pack, post, or…
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Steps You Can Take During Elder Abuse Awareness Month
At Triangle, protecting the financial well-being of you and your loved ones is a top priority. June is Elder Abuse Awareness Month, a time to raise awareness of the financial exploitation and other forms of abuse that disproportionately affect older adults. Elder abuse can take many forms. It could be physical, emotional, or financial, and it…
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Member Alert: Be Aware of Potential Scams Related to Current Global Events
When conflict happens in the world, the effect can spread in ways beyond the immediate active zone. Times of turmoil often create opportunities for scammers to take advantage of unsuspecting victims due to fear, confusion, or panic. An increase in tensions has been known to boost fraud activity, making it imperative that you keep your guard up now more than ever. This is an urgent fraud message from Triangle Credit Union. Due to the ongoing…
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3 Tips To Stay Ahead of Fraud During Consumer Protection Week
Every day, there are stories and alerts shared of new scams, reminding us that the fraud landscape changes quickly. To stay safe, it’s important to build good habits, improve your digital security, and use helpful tools to avoid, report, and recover from scams. It’s National Consumer Protection Week (NCPW), a time of year devoted to maintaining personal security and fighting fraud. Hosted by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), this important awareness week was established to help people better understand…
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Be Aware of “IRS” Text Scams
The following excerpt is taken from the Federal Trade Commission: Got an email or text message about a tax refund? It’s a scam. IRS impersonators are at it again. This time, the scammers are sending messages about your “tax refund” or “tax refund e-statement.” It might look legit, but it’s an email or text fake,…
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Using MFA to Safeguard Your Online Accounts
Cyber criminals do not discriminate—all individuals are at risk regardless of age, gender, social status, etc. If you’re concerned about these threats, make sure you’re taking the appropriate steps to secure your accounts. One of the most effective ways to keep your account safe is with multi-factor authentication. Multi-factor Authentication (MFA) requires more than one…
