The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is warning consumers about text message scams. The FTC found that fake bank fraud alerts were the most common text message scam reported in their study. The study also revealed that many popular financial text scams pretend to be from […]
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Know the Signs of a Scam
How Do I Know If I’m Talking to a Scammer? Know the signs of a scam. The internet has made communicating with others much easier, but it also makes it easier for scammers to find new victims. Scammers are constantly looking for people to take […]
View moreScam Alert – Members Beware – Telephone and Text Scams
Please be aware of a phishing telephone scam that some credit unions across the country are reporting more frequently. Members are receiving phone calls from fraudsters posing as a credit union employee, who tell them that their account has been compromised or that their credit/debit […]
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Home Warranty Scams
Home warranty scams are rising. with millions of dollars lost to fraudsters each year. These scams can take many forms, but they all share one common goal: stealing your money. Scammers often pretend to be from companies you know and trust. For example, TEG Federal […]
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Postal Mail Theft
If you live in Hudson Valley, it’s time to get on the defensive regarding mail theft. With rising reports of statements, packages, letters, and other important documents going unchecked due to a significant increase in mail thefts across the state, this is not something NY […]
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New: Credit Card Fraud Alerts
At TEG Federal Credit Union, we’re serious about protecting you from fraudulent activity on your accounts. That’s why we’ve strengthened our defenses with a new, automated system that can identify threats faster, notify you sooner and equip you with the tools you need to take […]
View moreFraud Alert: Online Retailer Scam
With online shopping becoming increasingly popular for people this year, the Better Business Bureau warns that scammers are using the name of popular retail companies to steal individual’s money and information. The “2020 BBB Scam Trackers Risk Report” found that online purchase scams made up […]
View moreBeware of Cash App Scams
Money transfer apps including Cash App, Zelle, and Venmo have gained popularity during the pandemic as people seek contactless ways to exchange money. These Peer-to-Peer (P2P) payment platforms make it convenient to send someone money directly from your linked checking account. Unfortunately, they also can […]
View moreHow Can I Protect Myself from Payment App Scams
Q: I love the convenience of payment apps, like Cash App and Venmo, but I’ve heard there’s been an increase in scams being pulled off within these apps. How can I continue to use my payment apps without compromising my safety? A: Payment apps offer […]
View moreIRS Reveals List of “Dirty Dozen” Tax Scams for 2020
Each year, the IRS publishes the “Dirty Dozen,” a list of tax scams most prevalent during that year’s tax season. This year, with COVID-19 pushing off the federal tax deadline to July 15, the IRS held off publishing the list until early July, and of […]
View moreCoronavirus Scams are up
Scammers are always looking for their next opportunity and what better time than a global pandemic? The FBI Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) has seen an increase in reports of online fraud during the COVID-19 crisis. Since many of us are staying at home and likely […]
View moreBeware of Scams Amid the CARES Act
As part of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act passed on March 27, the federal government is sending out $290 billion in stimulus checks over the next half a year. The first round of checks has made its way to millions of […]
View moreBeware of Facebook Ad Scams
Before buying something from a Facebook ad be sure to research the company and/or item to avoid being scammed
View moreIRS warns of potential surge in fake CEO phishing scam
* This article and image was written by Don’t Mess With Taxes and published online on January 19, 2018. With the official start of the 2018 tax filing season just more than a week away, folks have been collecting important tax statements they’ll need to file their returns. […]
View moreEverything You Need To Know About The Equifax Breach
In a recently revealed breach, 143 million Americans may have had their personal information exposed.
View moreBeware of Mystery Shopper Check Scam
We have seen an increase of counterfeit TEG checks as part of Mystery Shopper Scam
View moreFinancial Self Defense
How To Respond To ‘Can You Hear Me?’ “Can you hear me now?” is the once-popular tagline of Verizon commercials, but it’s also the headline of a new scam. Scammers making robocalls will ask some innocuous question. Once the targeted person says “yes,” a recording […]
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