FRAUD ALERT
Fraud Alert from Newfield National Bank
(Newfield)
– The staff at Newfield
National Bank has noticed an alarming increase in fraud targeting
seniors. The list below are tips to avoid becoming a victim of fraud
at any age.
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Spot Impostors –
Scammers often pretend to be someone else you trust. A charity,
government official (Social Security Administrator) or a company. For
example:
Microsoft
does not send unsolicited email messages or make unsolicited phone
calls to request personal or financial information, or to provide
technical support to fix your computer.
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Don’t Believe Your Caller ID
– Today’s technology makes it easy for scammers to fake caller ID
information.
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Don’t Pay Up Front for a Promise
– Someone may ask you to pay in advance for things like debt relief,
credit, or loan offers. They might even say you won a prize but first
must pay the taxes or fees.
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Consider How You Pay
– Credit Cards have some fraud protection built in, but other payment
methods do not. Western Union and Money Gram are risky, as are
re-loadable cards and gift cards. Government offices and honest
companies will not require you to use these payment systems.
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Do Not Deposit a Check and Wire Money Back
– By law, the bank must make funds available before the fake check
can be discovered. That makes you responsible for repaying the bank.
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Talk to Someone
– Talk to someone you trust, family members, trusted friends, your
local banker or the police before you give up your money, access to
your computer, or any other personal information.
For more
information, contact a branch near you. See us online at
www.NewfieldNationalBank.bank
or call 1-800-690-3440.