Tips to Protect Against Mail Fraud
Posted July 30, 2020
by Wall Street Mailboxes
At Wall Street Mailboxes, we are always looking out for the best interest of our customers. This week, we want to share an article put out by our friends at the United States Postal Inspection Service, who were kind enough to list the precautionary steps we can take, to help protect ourselves, and others, against mail fraud.
I have turned this into a very quick reference read. If you have any questions or comments, we would enjoy hearing from you.
Enjoy the read!
Protect Yourself
Follow and share these tips to protect yourself and others against mail fraud.
| Tip #1 Don’t Share Financial Info Don’t give your financial information—Social Security number, credit card, or bank account numbers—to anyone you don’t know and don’t trust | Tip #2 Don’t Give Into Being Pressured Get all information in writing before you agree to enter a contest, make a purchase, or give a donation. Don’t be pressured into making an immediate decision. | Tip #3 Do Your Due Diligence Check out the company online or with a consumer advocacy group such as the Better Business Bureau® , State Attorney General’s Office, or FTC. |
| Tip #4 Consult With A Friend Discuss any promotion, offer or fundraising appeal with a trusted friend, or relative before making a commitment or sending payment. | Tip #5 Block Telemarketing Calls Reduce unwanted telemarketing calls. Take advantage of call blocking services, some of which are free, or purchase a call-blocking device. | Tip #6 Be Sure to Read The Fine Print Read everything given or mailed to you—including the “fine print” before taking action. |