We hope this message finds you well. As your trusted insurance provider, your safety and financial well-being are our top priorities. We want to alert you to a growing number of scams targeting individuals across the country—and how you can protect yourself.
Here are some of the most common scams to watch for:
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Insurance & Financial Scams
• Phony Insurance Updates: Scammers may pose as insurance agents offering fake policy upgrades, discounts, or refunds. If you’re ever unsure, contact us directly using the number listed on our official website.
• Investment or Crypto Scams: Be wary of unsolicited investment tips or promises of “guaranteed returns.” These are often fraudulent.
Impersonation Scams
• Medicare Scams: Fraudsters may claim you need a new card or offer “free” supplies to steal your personal information. Contact Medicare directly with any concerns.
• USPS or Delivery Texts: Fake messages claim you owe delivery fees. Reputable carriers do not request personal information via text.
• Toll Fee Messages: Scammers may send texts about unpaid tolls with suspicious links. Real toll agencies don’t use threatening language or demand payment through unknown sites.
Post-Disaster & Repair Scams
• Fake Adjusters & Contractors: After disasters, scammers may offer quick repairs for upfront cash. Always verify credentials and never pay in full before the work begins.
Technology & Job-Related Scams
• Tech Support Calls: Unsolicited calls or pop-ups warning of a virus are scams. Never provide remote access or payment details.
• Fake Job Offers: Watch out for offers that promise high pay for little work—especially if they ask for your bank information or charge fees.
Emotional & Charity Scams
• Romance Scams: Online fraudsters may build emotional relationships to ask for money. Never send funds to someone you haven’t met in person.
• Charity Fraud: Scammers exploit generosity after disasters or during holidays. Only donate to verified, registered organizations.
Modern Tactics
• Social Media & Marketplace Scams: Be cautious of fake listings or impersonated profiles asking for payment in advance.
• QR Code Scams: Avoid scanning QR codes from unknown sources. These can lead to malicious websites that steal your data.
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How to Stay Protected
• Never share personal or financial information with unsolicited callers, texters, or emailers.
• Be alert to pressure tactics, threats, or urgent requests—these are red flags.
• Verify suspicious messages by contacting the organization directly.
• If you suspect fraud, report it immediately:
• Medicare Scams: 1-800-MEDICARE or Medicare.gov
• Postal Scams: USPS Inspection Service
• Financial Scams: Your bank, credit card issuer, or local law enforcement
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Staying informed is your first line of defense.
