The Sandwich Generation is Feeling the Squeeze
November 01, 2019 | 5 min. read
News reports of widespread data breaches are commonplace these days, including the hacking of far-reaching brands such as Target, Marriott and Equifax. Hopefully, you’ve taken appropriate steps to safeguard your information from these types of security failures and other scams, as outlined in Preventing Fraud as a Veteran or Military Member. Even with these precautions, though, the worst can still happen.
Are there charges on your credit or debit card that seem out of place? Has someone you know received an email from you asking for money? Did you respond to a request for personal information over the phone? All these scenarios should put you on high alert that your information has been compromised. Luckily, there are consumer and military-specific resources to help you recover. The FTC and Military Consumer recommend the following immediate actions:
Now that you’ve stopped the bleeding, adopt these preventive measures:
For more information about scams affecting the military and warning signs to look for, read Fraud and the Military: Are You at Risk? . In addition, First Command’s Privacy Policy includes a comprehensive list of tips to protect your information at https://www.firstcommand.com/privacy-policies/online-security-policy/.
Answer just a few simple questions and — If we determine that you can benefit from working with us — we’ll put you in touch with a First Command Advisor to create your personalized financial plan. There’s no obligation, and no cost for active duty military service members and their immediate families.
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