Technology may make our lives easier, but it also makes it easier for someone to steal your identity and credit history.  At Providence Credit Union, we want to ensure that our members are aware of the latest tricks and scams that thieves are implementing to steal your identity.

Here are some of the latest scams reported.  Please check back here often to keep updated on security measures to best protect yourself.

• Internet Crime Report - The Top Scams of 2007 (updated 04/03/08)
  
• Identity Theft Precaution
  
• Check Overpayment Scam
  
• Giving the Bounce to Counterfeit Check Scam
  
• IRS Phishing E-Mails
  
• NCUA Phishing Alerts
  
• Clean up Your Finances
  
• ATM Safety Tips
  

If you would like more information on Identity Theft and ways to protect yourself at home and on vacation, please contact us at 503.215.6090 or visit the following websites:

http://www.ftc.gov/bcp/edu/microsites/idtheft/

http://www.ssa.gov/pubs/idtheft.htm

http://www.identitytheft.org/