Last month I mentioned how 2024 was a successful year…but not without some struggles. Along with Bryan’s issues, I had a terrifying experience with scammers. I always thought I could identify unethical people without any problem.
Unfortunately, scammers continually improve their techniques.
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It started with a call that my phone identified as my bank. Naturally, I answered it. They said the fraud department wanted to know if I had purchased something in Washington. I said no. (I had had a fraud incident a few months before which I caught by looking at my daily balances.) The caller knew my current account balance and my latest charge; therefore, I had no reason to believe it was anyone but my bank.
They told me not to use my card for 3-4 days so they could figure out what happened. This was difficult as I was scheduled to go to Boston, but I would do it. After three days away, I realized there was no phone call. I checked with Scott who also had no call. This prompted a call to my bank and guess what? There was no record of the fraud department contacting me!
Now a freeze was placed on my accounts and upon returning home, I had to go to the bank to prove my identity and get a new card with a new number. Meanwhile, the scammers got away with several hundred dollars from my checking account.
One of the many reasons people sign up for my T.E.A. course is to help them deal with the unanticipated hurdles life can throw at us. If you decided to make 2025 a good year but find it challenging to stay on course, register today. March is a virtual class and April is in person. You can also contact me or call/text me at 480-684-2866 for group options. Classes are small and spots are precious – so don’t wait too long!!