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If It Sounds Urgent, Hang Up: Spotting Today’s Top Scams
Chamber Amplified
Scam texts, fake phone calls, hacked emails - fraud attempts are hitting businesses and individuals every single day. And as November marks National Fraud Month, it’s the perfect time to take a step back and make sure you're protected.
In this episode of Chamber Amplified from the Findlay-Hancock County Chamber of Commerce, Doug sits down with Diane Ragless of The Union Bank Company to break down what fraud really looks like in 2025 (hint: it’s not just those badly spelled emails anymore). Diane shares real-world examples, including the scam texts she received just before they recorded the interview. In today's episode you'll learn:
- The most common scams hitting our region right now
- Why urgency, fear, and guilt are the scammer’s favorite tools
- How generational habits (like always answering the phone) make certain people more vulnerable
- How scammers now cultivate “relationships” - not just one-off messages
- Why you should never click a link from an unexpected text or email
- What to do immediately if you think you've fallen for a scam
- Tools like account alerts, freezes, and ID Theft Smart that can protect your finances
Whether you’re protecting your household, your business, or your elderly parents, this episode gives you practical steps to stay a step ahead of fraudsters - and the confidence to hang up when something feels off.
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