Fraud prevention
Recognizing Fake Notices and Investment Scams
Scammers may use official-looking notices or attractive investment pitches to create urgency. Pause before calling a number, clicking a link, sending money, or sharing personal information.
Verify an unexpected notice
Do not use contact details printed in a message you did not expect. Find the organization’s official website or a phone number from a trusted document and ask whether the notice is real. Save the message and avoid sending identity or account information until you have verified the request.
Question high-pressure investment offers
Be cautious of promises of guaranteed profits, claims of secret or risk-free strategies, and pressure to pay quickly. Ask for written information, understand the fees and risks, and verify the person and firm through official sources. Consider speaking with a qualified financial professional before making an investment decision.
If you responded
Contact your financial institution through an official channel if you shared information or sent a payment. Keep the correspondence and transaction details and report suspected fraud to the relevant authorities.
Review Noven CreditUnion’s security and fraud awareness resources for more general safety guidance.