Scam Archives - Mascoma Bank

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Security and Fraud Prevention Q&A

We asked Pete Begin, VP Senior Security and Fraud Prevention Officer, for his top tips on protecting your identity and your finances.

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Posted by Mascoma Bank on March 31, 2021

Watch for Scams Related to COVID-19

While it’s gratifying to watch people come together and support one another during difficult times, it’s also very important to keep watch for those who have ulterior motives.

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Posted by Mascoma Bank on April 7, 2020

The Monthly Scam Spotlight: The Firewall Fraud

Have you ever been scammed? Or wondered if someone is trying to scam you? You’re certainly not alone. According to the Consumer Sentinel Network Data Book, in 2018, nearly 3 million reports of fraud and identity theft were made to the Federal Trade Commission, resulting in a loss of nearly $1.48 billion.

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Posted by Peter Begin on August 29, 2019