How to Report Suspected Fraud: Expert Guidance on Providing Information
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How to Report Suspected Fraud: Expert Guidance on Providing Information

Question from a reader:
I am troubled about a person I suspect may be involved in fraud. While working in real estate leasing at my previous job, I dealt with a man who contracted under a corporate name. During our interactions, he made unreasonable demands and pursued responsibilities beyond what is typical, and although the contract and move-in process concluded without

Understanding the Risks of Personal Information Leaks and How to Respond if Your Bank Account or License Number is Compromised
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Understanding the Risks of Personal Information Leaks and How to Respond if Your Bank Account or License Number is Compromised

Question from a reader:
I accidentally shared the last four digits of my bank account, my name, and address with someone who might be a scammer. Is this serious? Additionally, I also revealed my driver’s license number. What should I do?

Introduction

In recent years, internet fraud has been on the rise, particularly raising concerns about the leakage of personal information. The