Have you ever received a phone call from your bank informing you that you’ve apparently been shopping at all sorts of stores halfway across the world?
You’re not alone. This is a classic scam that probably isn’t going away anytime soon. Credit card fraud may be common, but that doesn’t mean it’s not at least somewhat preventable. The FBI has plenty of tips for protecting your wallet.
As most of you probably know, if you see any indication of fraud in your bank account, it’s time to freeze the account and call your bank immediately. Report the loss or theft as soon as possible.
Maybe you lost your card at a bar or someone stole it out of your wallet. Regardless, it’s time to call the card issuer and provide them with as much detail as possible, such as when the card went missing.
Keeping a close eye on your account is always a good practice. When it comes to debit and credit cards, make sure you only give out that financial information to reputable sources and businesses. As you’ve learned from this column, scams are everywhere, and it just takes one bad actor to steal your money.
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