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Tax Shredding Guide: When is it Safe to Shred Your Old Returns?

Tax season is a good time to dispose of old returns and supporting documents, but when it is safe to shred tax documents? The IRS offers general guidance on how long you should keep your tax documents and when you can safely shred them. You can safely dispose of old tax documents at Security Bank's annual Community Shred Day, offering free professional document shredding services. 

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How to Identify Money Mule Scams

If someone sends you money and asks you to send it to someone else, STOP., This could make you an unwitting accomplice to a money mule scam. The U.S. Postal Inspection Service and ABA Foundation share how to avoid becoming a victim of a money mule scam.

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Protect Yourself from a PPP Loan Scam

Fraudulent phone calls and emails related to PPP loans have become a growing concern. These scams often involve false claims of legal action, creating a sense of urgency and fear to manipulate victims into providing personal information or making payments. Protect your business by learning the warning signs.

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How to Spot a Tax Scam

It’s tax season and time to be on guard for scams targeting taxpayers. They come in many forms and it’s important to learn how to spot a scam before you accidently fall for one. Let’s walk through a few.

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Scammers hide harmful links in QR Codes

Scammers are hiding harming links in QR codes to steal personal information. The Federal Trade Commission warns us to be cautious scanning any QR code. 

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The information provided in our articles is intended for educational purposes and general awareness only. It’s not legal, tax, or financial advice. For guidance specific to your situation, we encourage you to visit with your personal banker, tax advisor, attorney, or qualified professional. Any views or opinions expressed in third-party comments, sources, or linked materials are solely those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of Security Bank.

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