by Jill Saar | Mar 6, 2026 | Featured, Fraud Friday, General News
Imagine this shows up on your phone: “You’re pre-approved for a low-interest loan.”“No credit check required.”“Funds available today.” It feels convenient. Maybe even helpful. But if you didn’t ask for it, that message isn’t a shortcut — it’s a setup. Let’s Start With...
by Jill Saar | Feb 27, 2026 | Featured, Fraud Friday, General News
When weather events, market disruptions, or natural disasters affect agriculture, relief programs and grants can provide much-needed support. Unfortunately, those same situations also create opportunities for scammers to take advantage of farmers and ag businesses....
by Jill Saar | Feb 13, 2026 | Featured, Fraud Friday, General News
Scammers often take advantage of tax season by sending messages that appear to come from the IRS or a tax preparation service. These messages may claim you’re owed a refund, that there’s an issue with your return, or that action is needed to receive your money. While...
by Jill Saar | Feb 6, 2026 | Featured, Fraud Friday, General News
Receiving an unexpected phone call saying your money is in danger can be alarming. Scammers rely on that fear to pressure people into acting quickly — often before they have time to verify what’s really happening. Knowing how these calls work and what legitimate...
by Jill Saar | Jan 30, 2026 | Featured, Fraud Friday, General News
Identity theft can happen to anyone, at any time. When scammers gain access to personal information, they can open accounts, make purchases, or take out loans in someone else’s name — often without the victim realizing it until financial damage has already occurred....
by Jill Saar | Jan 23, 2026 | Featured, Fraud Friday, General News
Scammers frequently impersonate government agencies to intimidate people into paying money they don’t actually owe. One of the most common versions of this scheme involves phone calls claiming you owe back taxes and must act immediately to avoid serious consequences....
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