{"id":998,"date":"2022-12-08T22:09:29","date_gmt":"2022-12-08T22:09:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lendnation.com\/avoid-scams-protect-your-cash\/"},"modified":"2025-07-29T15:34:08","modified_gmt":"2025-07-29T15:34:08","slug":"avoid-scams-protect-your-cash","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lendnation.com\/blog\/article\/avoid-scams-protect-your-cash\/","title":{"rendered":"Avoid Scams &amp; Protect Your Cash"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<article class=\"wp-block-group alignfull p-post-single is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<header class=\"wp-block-group alignfull p-post-single-hero is-style-theme-subtle-light has-backgrounds-subtle-light-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\" style=\"padding-top:0;padding-right:0;padding-bottom:0;padding-left:0\">\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer is-style-spacing-80\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns are-vertically-aligned-center l-container is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-column-is-layout-1f86b309 wp-block-column-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group p-post-single-hero__content has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-a4fd459e wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><div style=\"text-transform:uppercase; margin-top:0;margin-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60);\" class=\"theme-color-secondary t-date wp-block-post-date\"><time datetime=\"2022-12-08T22:09:29+00:00\">December, 2022<\/time><\/div>\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-post-title has-display-x-large-font-size\">Avoid Scams &amp; Protect Your Cash<\/h1>\n\n<div style=\"margin-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--60);margin-bottom:0\" class=\"taxonomy-category wp-block-post-terms\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.lendnation.com\/blog\/article\/category\/money-management\/\" rel=\"tag\" class=\"cat-item\"><i class=\"cat-item__color cat-item__color--teal\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><span class=\"cat-item__label\">Money Management<\/span><\/a><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-column-is-layout-a209ae40 wp-block-column-is-layout-constrained\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group p-post-single-hero__media has-global-padding is-content-justification-center is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-587a7eb1 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\"><figure style=\"margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0;\" class=\"is-style-image-featured s-aspect-ratio-1-1 wp-block-post-featured-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lendnation.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/financial-scammer-computer.jpg?w=1024\" class=\"attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"Stay safe from scammers by reading this blog for tips to keep your info and your money protected\" style=\"object-fit:cover;\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lendnation.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/financial-scammer-computer.jpg 5472w, https:\/\/www.lendnation.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/financial-scammer-computer.jpg?resize=300,200 300w, https:\/\/www.lendnation.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/financial-scammer-computer.jpg?resize=768,512 768w, https:\/\/www.lendnation.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/financial-scammer-computer.jpg?resize=1024,683 1024w, https:\/\/www.lendnation.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/financial-scammer-computer.jpg?resize=1536,1024 1536w, https:\/\/www.lendnation.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/financial-scammer-computer.jpg?resize=2048,1365 2048w, https:\/\/www.lendnation.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/12\/financial-scammer-computer.jpg?resize=1619,1080 1619w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer is-style-spacing-80\"><\/div>\n<\/header>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group p-post-single-body has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer is-style-spacing-80\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-to-avoid-scams-protect-your-money\">How to Avoid Scams: Protect Your Money<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>Scammers are always looking for ways to trick people out of their money, especially during times of uncertainty or financial stress. Knowing how to spot red flags and protect your information is key to keeping your cash safe.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The FBI says that <a href=\"https:\/\/www.cbsnews.com\/news\/online-scams-2024-statistics-fbi\/\">cybercriminals<\/a> raked in $16.6 billion in 2024. This is an increase of 33% from the previous year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Learn how to prevent financial scams by knowing what red flags to look for and how to protect yourself. Below are a few common types of financial cons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Debt Collection Scams<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What it is:<\/strong> Scammers prey on people with student loans and other debts to get them to pay money they don\u2019t owe. If you do owe some sort of debt, it can be hard to know if a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.consumerfinance.gov\/ask-cfpb\/how-do-i-tell-if-a-debt-collector-is-legitimate-or-a-scam-en-1699\/\">debt collector<\/a> is legitimate or fraudulent, which is why so many people fall for this scam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How to avoid this scam:<\/strong> Make sure a debt collector is legitimate before you hand over any money. If the debt collector demands immediate payment, doesn\u2019t accept different forms of payment or tries to threaten you, chances are they\u2019re a scammer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-charity-scams\">Charity Scams<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What it is:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/consumer.ftc.gov\/features\/pass-it-on\/charity-fraud\">Scammers pose as charities<\/a> claiming to offer disaster relief, children\u2019s aid or other support for a cause. You want to put your money toward a good cause, and scammers will take advantage of that by pretending to represent a reputable organization.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How to avoid this scam:<\/strong> Before you donate, use sites like CharityNavigator to check that the charity is legitimate. Some scammers will use names that sound like established charities to try and fool donors, so pay close attention to the spelling of a link or charity name.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Sweepstakes Scams<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What it is:<\/strong> Who doesn\u2019t dream of winning the lottery? If you\u2019re notified you won a prize, but didn\u2019t ever enter a contest, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=6tvzPUmzNQE&amp;ab_channel=InvestigateTV\">be careful about accepting the prize<\/a>. Scammers will take advantage of your desire to win money or a free vacation by offering up a prize but asking you to pay a fee before you can receive that prize. Once they have your money and you don\u2019t hear back, you\u2019ll eventually realize there never was a prize.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How to avoid this scam:<\/strong> You can\u2019t win a contest you never entered, so if you don\u2019t remember entering, it\u2019s most likely a scam. You also won\u2019t have to pay any money to claim a prize for a legitimate sweepstakes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Phishing Scams<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>What it is:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/support.microsoft.com\/en-us\/windows\/protect-yourself-from-phishing-0c7ea947-ba98-3bd9-7184-430e1f860a44\">One of the most common types of scams is phishing<\/a>. If you\u2019ve ever received an email, text message or phone call from someone posing as a family member or business that turned out to be fake, you\u2019ve experienced phishing. These scams trick you into clicking a harmful link or giving away sensitive information to scammers pretending to be your bank, post office or employer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>How to avoid this scam:<\/strong> Don\u2019t click links or open attachments in suspicious emails or texts. If the message appears to come from someone you know, call to check with them before taking any action. It\u2019s always better to be overly cautious than to fall into the trap of a scammer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What To Do If You\u2019ve Been Scammed<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019ve sent money to a scammer, the first thing you\u2019ll want to do is to contact your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lendnation.com\/blog\/article\/pros-and-cons-of-using-credit-cards\">credit card company<\/a> or bank to report a fraudulent transaction. They may be able to reverse the charge and get you your money back. Depending on the type of scam, you may also need to file a police report, freeze your credit or change your passwords.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Financial challenges can happen to anyone. If you\u2019re in a situation where you need cash quickly, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lendnation.com\/MyAccount\/#!\/registration\">LendNation<\/a> can help you find flexible lending options that meet your needs.&nbsp; Visit a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lendnation.com\/location\/\">store<\/a> near you today or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lendnation.com\/MyAccount\/#!\/registration\">apply online<\/a> now.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Resources<\/strong>:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul start=\"1\" class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/sites\/zacharysmith\/2022\/03\/22\/cybercriminals-stole-69-billion-in-2021-using-social-engineering-to-break-into-remote-workplaces\/?sh=3ff8a79e6cf5\">https:\/\/www.forbes.com\/sites\/zacharysmith\/2022\/03\/22\/cybercriminals-stole-69-billion-in-2021-using-social-engineering-to-break-into-remote-workplaces\/?sh=3ff8a79e6cf5<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/money.usnews.com\/money\/personal-finance\/family-finance\/articles\/how-to-avoid-financial-scams\">https:\/\/money.usnews.com\/money\/personal-finance\/family-finance\/articles\/how-to-avoid-financial-scams<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/moneyfit.org\/blog\/how-to-avoid-scams-and-fraud\">https:\/\/moneyfit.org\/blog\/how-to-avoid-scams-and-fraud<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.investopedia.com\/articles\/personal-finance\/040115\/watch-out-these-top-internet-scams.asp\">https:\/\/www.investopedia.com\/articles\/personal-finance\/040115\/watch-out-these-top-internet-scams.asp<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.consumerfinance.gov\/coronavirus\/avoiding-scams\/\">https:\/\/www.consumerfinance.gov\/coronavirus\/avoiding-scams\/<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<aside class=\"wp-block-group p-post-single-related has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-container-core-group-is-layout-07747ed5 wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\" 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