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Learn how to protect yourself from criminals who want to steal your money or your identity

We’ve collected some great information for you that will fortify you with the information you will need to detect and avoid fraud, scams and identity theft.

VSECU’s Top 12 Ways to Protect Yourself from Fraud, Scams and ID Theft

Fraud and Scams

Avoiding Credit and Charge Card Fraud
Your Access to Free Credit Reports 
Deceptive Telemarketing
Dot Cons
Prize Offers: You Don’t Have to Pay to Play
Ditch the Pitch: Hang Up on Telephone Hucksters
Bank Failures, Mergers and Takeovers:A “Phish-erman’s Special”
How Not to Get Hooked by a Phishing Scam
After a Disaster: Spam May Scam    
Botnets and Hackers and Spam (Oh, My!)
Extra! Extra! Count on Scammers and Schemers to Follow the News
Fighting Fraud 101: Smart Tips for Older Investors 

Identity Theft

Take Charge: Fighting Back Against Identity Theft
Deter Detect Defend: Avoid ID Theft
ID Theft: What It’s All About 
What to Do If Your Identity is Stolen 
Pretexting: Your Personal Information Revealed 
Information Compromise and the Risk of Identity Theft: Guidance for Your Business 
Military Personnel and Families Fighting Back Against Identity Theft 

Helpful Websites

Fake Checks
Federal Trade Commission Consumer Protection
Federal Trade Commission ID Theft Site
OnGuard Online
Stay Safe Online
Vermont Attorney General Identity Theft Information
Vermont Attorney General Consumer Assistance Program