Watch for These Red Flags and Avoid Scams

Scammers spend their time creating clever new scams and inventing new ways to execute old scams. Whether you’re contacted by phone, mail, email, text, or in person, protect yourself and your family by learning how to spot the signs of a scam.

Don’t Be Fooled by Imposters

Be cautious of anyone you don't know asking you for personal or account information over the phone, in an email, or text message.

Don’t Fall Prey to Pressure

Be suspicious when there is a sense of urgency from anyone calling or emailing and asking for money. Hang up or delete the email and call the company using a number verified from another source like a bill.

Don’t Be Tricked to Click

Never click links in suspicious emails or social ads. Don’t download attachments from someone you don't know. Clicking links and downloading attachments can deliver malware which can help scammers steal your identity.

REMEMBER:

• If you didn’t initiate the contact, don’t take the bait and always report any suspicious activity.

• MCCU will never call, text or email you to verify your personal or account information, we already have it.