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Tips from the FDIC:

• FDIC Consumer News - Summer 2017
• Practical Solutions for Protecting Your Money
  
• Putting an End to Account Hijacking - Identity Theft
  
• 15 Quick Tips for Protecting Your Finances
  

Tips from the FBI to protect against identity theft:

• Ensure websites are secure prior to submitting your credit card number.
  
• Do your homework to ensure the business or website is legitimate.
  
• Attempt to obtain a physical address, rather than a P.O. box or maildrop.
  
• Never throw away credit card or bank statements in usable form.
  
• Be aware of missed bills which could indicate your account has been taken over.
  
• Be cautious of scams requiring you to provide your personal information.
  
• Never give your credit card number over the phone unless you make the call.
  
• Monitor your credit statements monthly for any fraudulent activity.
  
• Report unauthorized transactions to your bank or credit card company as soon as possible.
  
• Review a copy of your credit report at least once a year.
  

Tips from the FBI to protect against credit card fraud:

• Ensure a site is secure and reputable before providing your credit card number online.
  
• Don't trust a site just because it claims to be secure.
  
• If purchasing merchandise, ensure it is from a reputable source.
  
• Promptly reconcile credit card statements to avoid unauthorized charges.
  
• Do your research to ensure legitimacy of the individual or company.
  
• Beware of providing credit card information when requested through unsolicited emails.