Advances in technology and mobile communication have changed the way we manage our finances. These innovations save time and allow us to be more informed consumers. However, the innovations have also introduced new risks and exposures. With time, your financial accounts will grow, and so will the potential losses from identity theft and fraud. Review your credit report regularly. You can download your free report and search for errors or indications of fraud at www.annualcreditreport.com. If you will not be in the market for a new loan soon, it is possible to freeze or lock your credit profile to reduce the chance of identity theft. In that case, you need to contact each of the three credit bureaus: Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion. Here is a link to learn more. https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/articles/0497-credit-freeze-faqs If you receive a suspicious email, text, or voicemail that appears to come from your credit card company, do not…
Protect Your Financial Information
Advances in technology and mobile communication have changed the way we manage our finances. These innovations save time and allow us to be more informed consumers. But the innovations have also introduced new risks and exposures. With time, your financial accounts will grow, as will the potential losses from identity theft and fraud. Review your credit report regularly. You can download your free report and search for errors or indications of fraud at www.annualcreditreport.com. If you will not be in the market for a new loan soon, it is possible to freeze or lock your credit profile to reduce the chance of identity theft. In that case, you need to contact each of the three credit bureaus: Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion. Here is a link to learn more. https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/articles/0497-credit-freeze-faqs If you receive a suspicious email, text, or voicemail that appears to come from your credit card company, do not respond.…
Innovation: Convenience and Risk
Thanks to innovation, the way we manage our financial lives has changed. Advances in financial technology, or Fintech, save time and allow us to be more connected, more informed consumers. But the innovations have also introduced new risks and exposures. With time, your financial accounts will grow, and so will the potential losses from identity theft and fraud. Review your credit report regularly. You can download your free report and search for errors or indications of fraud at www.annualcreditreport.com. If you will not be in the market for a new loan soon, it is possible to freeze or lock your credit profile to reduce the chance of identity theft. In that case, you need to contact each of the three credit bureaus: Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion. Here is a link to learn more. https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/articles/0497-credit-freeze-faqs If you receive a suspicious email, text, or voicemail that appears to come from your credit…
Watch Out For Fraud
During turbulent times, people are often anxious, preoccupied, or distracted. Not surprisingly, there is a positive correlation between turmoil and the incidence of cybercrime. Identity theft and financial frauds have been on the rise: hackers and scammer prey on people’s fear and vulnerability. Advances in technology and mobile communication have changed the way we manage our finances. These innovations save time and allow us to be more informed consumers. But the innovations have also introduced new risks and exposures. With time, your financial accounts will grow, and so will the potential losses from identity theft and fraud. Review your credit report regularly. You can download your free report and search for errors or indications of fraud at www.annualcreditreport.com. If you will not be in the market for a new loan soon, it is possible to freeze or lock your credit profile to reduce the chance of identity theft. In that…
Prudent Use of Technology
Technology is an essential part of how we transact and manage our financial lives. We are more informed and have real-time access to our personal finances. Along with convenience, however, comes new risks. Advances in technology and mobile communication have changed the way we manage our finances. These innovations save time and allow us to be more informed consumers. But the innovations have also introduced new risks and exposures. With time, your financial accounts will grow, as will the potential losses from identity theft and fraud. Review your credit report regularly. You can download your free report and search for errors or indications of fraud at www.annualcreditreport.com. If you will not be in the market for a new loan soon, it is possible to freeze or lock your credit profile to reduce the chance of identity theft. In that case, you need to contact each of the three credit bureaus:…
Pay Attention – Fraud is on the Rise
During turbulent times, people are often anxious, preoccupied, or distracted. COVID-19 is no exception. Not surprisingly, there is a positive correlation between turmoil and the incidence of cybercrime. During 2020, identity theft and financial frauds have been on the rise: hackers and scammer prey on people’s fear and vulnerability. Advances in technology and mobile communication have changed the way we manage our finances. These innovations save time and allow us to be more informed consumers. But the innovations have also introduced new risks and exposures. With time, your financial accounts will grow, and so will the potential losses from identity theft and fraud. Review your credit report regularly. You can download your free report and search for errors or indications of fraud at www.annualcreditreport.com. If you will not be in the market for a new loan soon, it is possible to freeze or lock your credit profile to reduce the…
Technology: Convenience and Risk
Advances in technology and mobile communication have changed the way we manage our finances. These innovations save time and allow us to be more informed consumers. But the innovations have also introduced new risks and exposures. With time, your financial accounts will grow, and so will the potential losses from identity theft and fraud. Review your credit report regularly. You can download your free report and search for errors or indications of fraud at www.annualcreditreport.com. If you will not be in the market for a new loan soon, it is possible to freeze or lock your credit profile to reduce the chance of identity theft. In that case, you need to contact each of the three credit bureaus: Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion. Here is a link to learn more. https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/articles/0497-credit-freeze-faqs If you receive a suspicious email, text, or voicemail that appears to come from your credit card company, do not…