Learn how scammers impersonate banks and financial institutions to steal information or approve fraudulent transactions. Understand the warning signs and how to verify a call, text, or message is truly from Western State Bank.
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Scammers often pretend to be the IRS, Social Security, law enforcement, or utility companies to create fear or urgency. Explore the common tactics used in these scams and learn how to stay safe.
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Online scams such as phishing emails, fake pop-ups, and tech-support schemes continue to evolve. Learn how these scams work, what to watch for, and how to keep your information secure.
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Online shopping and marketplace scams involve fake listings, unusual payment requests, refund schemes, and more. Understand the most common tactics so you can shop and sell safely online.
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These scams use trust, emotion, or opportunity to convince victims to share information or send money. Learn how romance scams, fake job offers, and fraudulent investments typically operate.
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Scammers frequently create fake charities or fundraising campaigns after disasters or community events. Learn how to verify organizations and donate safely.
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