08/07/2026
The first week of August has flown by, and while we're still in summer mode, we're also approaching Back to School season, a high-risk period for scams and fraud. Here's some tips to help prevent you from becoming a victim of BTS fraud:
☑️ Never share Social Security numbers, bank account info, credit card numbers, PINs, passwords, or login details for school or social media accounts
☑️ If contacted by phone, text, or email about financial aid, scholarships, or loans, verify the source by searching the agency’s official website and contacting them directly
☑️ Purchase back to school items from trusted websites and stores- if you see a social media site or email with a deal you think is too good to be true, it probably is!