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September 5, 2023

How to avoid text message scams putting your money at risk

  • Bank impersonations are the top reported type of text message scam.
    • By RUTH SARREAL
    NerdWallet

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    Avoid making money moves under pressure. Don’t click on links in text messages from senders you don’t know, and don’t call phone numbers texted to you.

    The Federal Trade Commission recently revealed the most reported text message scam: bank impersonations.


     
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