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Why You Need a Secure Online Banking System for Tax Season

Date: May 28, 2025

Tax season is a stressful time for many, but it’s also a critical period for ensuring your financial information is secure. With the rise of online transactions and digital tax filing, safeguarding your personal and financial data has never been more important. This is why secure online banking for taxes is essential for a smooth, […]

How to Get an IRS IP PIN for Yourself

Date: May 18, 2025

In today’s scammer-heavy world, it should be no surprise that the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) confirmed over 15,000 fraudulent tax returns in 2024, an increase from over 12,000 in 2023. What’s more, the average processing time for Identity Theft Victim Assistance (IDTVA) cases was approximately 676 days. If you’re concerned about the prevalence of identity theft during tax […]

What Happens if You Report Fraud on Your Debit Card—Explained

Date: April 4, 2025

If you fall victim to debit card fraud, reporting it immediately is wise, but what comes next? What happens if you report fraud on your debit card, and how can you prevent it in the future? If you’re among the many victims of debit card fraud, it’s important to understand the fraud reporting process and […]

A Helpful Guide to Credit Card Identity Theft Protection

Date: April 4, 2025

Imagine waking up to a nightmare: your credit cards are maxed out, and multiple accounts have been opened in your name—it dawns on you that your identity has been stolen. A seemingly innocent online shopping spree can turn into a financial disaster if you don’t take the necessary steps to protect your credit card from […]

My Debit Card Was Hacked, Will I Get My Money Back—Answered

Date: April 3, 2025

“My debit card was hacked, will I get my money back?” This is one of the first questions you may ask if you discover your account has been breached and your funds stolen. Financial fraud is a growing concern, and debit card users lose millions of dollars to it year after year. What happens if […]

Credit Card Theft Protection—What It Is & How It Works

Date: April 3, 2025

According to a 2023 report by Security.org, 1.7 million packages are stolen or lost in the United States daily, and over 620 million packages disappear annually. A perk like credit card theft protection or purchase protection can prove valuable if you fall victim to package thieves. It covers stolen or damaged items, but you may […]

Discover Credit Card Fraud—A Detailed Guide To Help You Stay Safe

Date: April 2, 2025

Discover credit card users, like most credit card consumers, are vulnerable to fraud. If you’re not vigilant and aware, you may be at risk of joining the growing number of cardholders who have fallen victim to Discover credit card fraud. While Discover has implemented fraud protection measures to combat this crime, they are most effective […]

Everything You Should Know About Skimmer Credit Card Scams To Stay Safe

Date: April 2, 2025

In 2024, 93% of fraudulent charges involved U.S. credit cards that were still in possession of the card owners—they were neither reported stolen nor missing. This type of credit card fraud is known as card-not-present (CNP) fraud, where scammers do not need the card in their possession to transact with it. Scammers can use a […]

Merchant Credit Card Fraud—What You Need To Know & How To Prevent It

Date: April 1, 2025

Every year, businesses of all sizes lose millions of dollars to merchant credit card fraud. As technology advances, so do criminals’ tactics, making it increasingly difficult for merchants to spot or protect themselves from credit card fraud. In a recent merchant credit card fraud case, Rick Lisnek lost about $40,000 to a scammer who made […]

Credit Card Identity Theft—How It Works and Tips To Stay Safe

Date: April 1, 2025

The United States has seen a surge in credit card identity theft cases, with millions of individuals falling victim each year. According to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), 842,000 cases of identity theft were reported in the first three quarters of 2024, and credit card fraud was the most common type of identity theft reported […]

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