Tax season has a way of sneaking up on all of us. One minute you’re collecting and organizing W-2s and 1099s, tracking down receipts, and totaling last year’s expenses. The next, you’re racing against the clock to file on time. While filing taxes can be
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The holidays bring family, festivities, and a lot of shopping, and scammers take advantage of this. As people rush to buy gifts, travel to see family, and donate to charities, fraud attempts spike this time of year. According to the FBI, holiday scams are costly.
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Scam calls, texts, and emails (often referred to as "phishing"), are rapidly increasing and becoming more sophisticated. Scammers often impersonate trusted financial institutions to steal authentication codes and member credentials. Staying vigilant is key to protecting your accounts, even for the most careful among us.
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The recent wildfires in our community have left many members dealing with significant financial hardship and in need of assistance to recover. Unfortunately, times of crisis also attract scammers who aim to exploit disaster survivors. At Logix, we want to ensure you have the resources to avoid scams and access legitimate assistance. Here's how you can protect yourself and your family from fraud while recovering from wildfire damage:
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Learn how to identify and protect yourself from impersonation scams that exploit your emotions and urgency to steal money. Stay vigilant and safeguard your finances.
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Learn how scammers use social engineering tactics to steal money and personal information. Discover tips to protect yourself from fraud and identity theft.
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I had been searching for a Chow Chow puppy for months when I finally came across what seemed like the perfect opportunity on a popular online marketplace. A breeder needed to find homes for the last few pups from a recent litter. The post featured adorable photos of Chow Chow puppies. The price was surprisingly affordable, which should have been the first red flag.
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Last Saturday, my phone pinged with a text message that could have turned my life upside down. I figured it was my friend Julia reaching out for our usual weekend plans. But instead of her name, the screen displayed “Logix Federal Credit Union” - where I’ve been a member for years.
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How did I feel? At the time, it felt like I had the wind knocked out of me. It was an ordinary Tuesday evening, and I was clicking through a ton of unread emails when I saw it – the one from my credit union. The subject line read "URGENT: Finish Your Loan Paperwork!". It made me sit upright on my couch.
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Discover how identity theft happens and the tactics used by fraudsters. Learn how to protect yourself and your financial well-being in the digital age.
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