Category Archives: Identity Protection

How to Void a Check Correctly (and When You Need One)

A voided check may look like an ordinary check, but it serves a very different purpose. Instead of being used to make a payment, a voided check provides important banking information while preventing the check itself from being cashed or deposited.

Whether you’re setting up direct deposit, arranging automatic payments, or correcting an error, knowing how to void a check properly can help protect your account and keep your financial records accurate.

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High-Tech Personal Checks: What Are They?

In today’s digitally driven world, personal checks are far from outdated. Thanks to technological innovation, they’ve become smarter, safer, and more secure than ever before. Welcome to the era of high-tech personal checks, an upgraded version of traditional checks designed for enhanced convenience and protection.

Let’s break down what high-tech personal checks are, explore their security features, and understand how they complement modern banking needs like mobile deposit checks and safety checks.

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How to Protect Yourself from Check Fraud

Checks are still a commonly used payment form for many reasons, offering convenience and security when used properly. However, fraudsters can exploit vulnerabilities if the proper precautions are not taken, resulting in potential losses for banks, businesses, and consumers.

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Protect Yourself from Check Fraud

In an increasingly digital world, you might expect check fraud to be a thing of the past. However, check fraud remains a prevalent form of financial crime that continues to pose a significant threat to individuals and businesses alike.

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6 Ways to Budget Gift Giving this Holiday Season

Holiday gift-giving doesn’t need to drain your bank account. According to Deloitte, 37% of American households say their financial situation is worse than last year. Despite the economic pressures and rise of inflation, the holiday spirit remains intact. The American people are finding creative ways to give meaningful gifts and stay within their budget. Check out our top six tips to help you get started. 

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How to Make to Secure Offline Payments

With recent global conflicts threatening cybersecurity, it’s more important than ever to keep yourself and your finances protected. In addition to overarching internet fraud, cyberattackers will frequently target online payment systems. Cryptocurrency in particular has been the talk of potential scams and overseas cybercrime.

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Everything You Need to Know About Job Hunting Service Scams

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By: Jurissa Ayala

What is a job hunting service scam — and how does it harm both employers and employees? Job hunting service scams operate like recruitment or staffing agencies, claiming to place job seekers with prospective employers. Occasionally job hunting services may actually be able to arrange interviews and even procure a job for a job hunter, but it will always come at a considerable and unnecessary cost.

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