Protecting yourself from fraud is important. We have compiled the best information regarding fraud, so read on and learn more!
To report fraud, please contact us at ReportFraud@FIBT.com.
• If the card reader jiggles – move to a different ATM/location
• Cover your hand when entering your 4 digit PIN
• Be suspicious of odd looking equipment on or near an ATM
• Do not write your PIN on the card
• Research who you are dealing with – Google the company
• Be cautious of checks that are more than the purchase price
• Receiving a letter that states you won a foreign lottery
• Be leery if there is a request to send funds quickly
• Draw a line through blank spaces on a sales receipt so the total cannot be changed
• Do not sign blank sales receipts
• Utilize Verified by Visa
• Do not carry cards that you do not use
• Do not give out any personal information
• Be aware of callers who ask for money first
• Be cautious of phone calls that want you to enter your account information to keep your account open
• Be careful of callers that state they are a relative and they need money because they are in trouble
• Something that sounds too good to be true
• Do not fall victim to “free money” or “Gift Cards”
• An ad that states you will receive large sums of money for minimal work
• Monitor your monthly bank/credit card statements for suspicious activity
• Notify FIBT of any changes to mailing/physical address, phone numbers, email etc.
• Notify FIBT regarding any major life changes so we can update your accounts and personal information
• If you suspect fraud close existing account, debit card or credit card and re-open