Every day, thousands of people fall victim to fraudulent texts, calls, and emails from scammers pretending to be trusted sources like financial institutions, government officials, or law enforcement.
At MutualOne Bank, we are committed to helping you identify and slay scams. We’ve joined the American Bankers Association and banks across the country in a nationwide effort to put criminals on notice and give you the power to protect your personal and financial information.
Knowing how to identify scams is knowing what to look for. Learn these 6 signs of scams to keep yourself protected from fraudsters:
- Messages pressuring you to open a link
- Random calls and being asked not to tell anyone
- Emails with unexpected attachments
- Requests for personal information like PINs, passwords, and Social Security numbers
- Being pressured to send money with payment apps
- Being asked to click, pay, or respond
For more information on how to spot scams and how to slay them, visit our Security Center or follow us on Facebook or Instagram.