Join the Fraud Fighters

Let's face it, social media isn't going anywhere. And since it's here to stay, learning how to protect yourself is important. Click here to learn more about Facebook Messenger scams and how to protect yourself. 

At American 1, we believe in the importance of teaching our community how to protect themselves from scams and identity theft. Below you will find helpful information on various types of scams, how to protect yourself, how to report identity theft, and more.

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Scams & Fraud in the News

• 12/22/2022: Five Tips for Fraud Prevention
• 12/1/2022: Online Vendor Scams
• 10/17/2022: Money Mule Scams
• 10/4/2022: American 1 pleased to host upcoming Shred Day event in Jackson Community
• 10/4/2022: American 1 pleased to host upcoming Shred Day event in Hillsdale Community

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Downloadable Resources

• Common Scams & Their Definitions
• Helpful Tips to Protect Yourself
• Signs of Identity Theft

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Have you been a victim of Identity Theft?

Identity theft affects millions of people every year. Report any suspected identity theft immediately to the contacts listed below.

• Equifax 1.800.525.6285
• Experian 1.888.397.3742
• TransUnion 1.800.680.7289
• Federal Trade Commission 1.877.438.4338 | FTC.gov | OnGuardOnline.gov
• National Do Not Call Registry 888.382.1222
• Better Business Bureau 1.703.276.0100
• FBI Online Internet Crime Complaints
• Annual Credit Report 877.322.8228
• Michigan Attorney General 877.765.8388

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Request an American 1 Fraud Fighter Representative

Are you interested in having an American 1 Fraud Fighter representative speak to your group? Send an email to fraudfighters@american1cu.org.
 

Download our Scams & Identity Theft Brochure

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