The coronavirus pandemic has been raging on American shores for several months, but scammers are still finding new ways to exploit the panic, fear and uncertainty surrounding the virus to con people out of their money. The latest in a string of coronavirus scams involves a simple text message with criminal intent. Here’s all you need to know about the coronavirus text scam.

As part of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act, the federal government is sending out $290 billion in stimulus checks over the next half a year. Unfortunately, scammers are doing all they can to get their hands on these checks. To help you keep your check safe from scammers, Ideal CU has compiled the following guide on the stimulus check process and connected scams.

Scammers often capitalize on fear, and the coronavirus outbreak is no exception. In fact, the World Health Organization (WHO) and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) are warning against a surge in coronavirus scams that can be difficult to spot.

It may be a new year, but scammers are still looking for ways to con you out of your money. Experts are warning of a new scam that involves changing the date on important documents.