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: If a PayPal-looking email says a large payment is pending and tells you to call a phone number, treat it as suspicious. In this scam, the email is just the hook—the phone call is where a fake “support” agent pressures you to share sensitive information or take risky steps. Here’s how to spot the red flags, verify safely in the PayPal app, and report the message.

Scammers posing as the IRS, Social Security, or law enforcement are using fear and urgency to steal money and personal information. Here are the quick red flags, what to do if you’re contacted, and how to report it to help protect others.

Just when you thought you’d heard it all, there’s always another song to be played. This one is big, very big. It’s called a “Piano Scam”, and countless victims around the globe are getting played. Even those doing everything right to avoid this scam don’t escape it. A Piano Scam casts a wide net, targeting music schools and music stores, healthcare, and other industries. It also includes individuals searching online for a used piano. A scammer makes an offer that’s hard to refuse—a free piano and a story about why they can’t take it with them to wherever they are going.

Fraud attempts are increasing—but Mid Oregon members are stopping more scams than ever. Learn how education, awareness, and partnership with your credit union help protect your money, your information, and your peace of mind.

Your phone rings. You answer. No one says a word. Annoying? Yes. Harmless? Not always. Silent calls are often the first move in scams designed to cost you money or compromise your personal information. From quick “one ring” tricks to voice recording tactics, knowing what that quiet call really means can help you hang up with confidence—and stay one step ahead of scammers.

Sponsored ads often appear first—and look legitimate—but scammers are increasingly using paid placements to promote fake websites. Learn how to spot red flags, protect your information, and avoid costly online scams.