11 Flags to Spot Scams by Thrivent [Photos]

Thanks to Rob and Thrivent and to all who attended the event.

Scams aren’t just obvious spam emails anymore, they’re using..

• AI voice cloning,

• spoofed phone numbers,

• intense emotional pressure,

Targeting everyone from 20-somethings on social media to grandparents.

A few big takeaways everyone needs to hear:

• 🛑 Hang up & verify: Never trust caller ID or an incoming call asking for urgent action. Call back using a trusted, official number.

• 🔐 Lock it down: Turn on Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) and biometric logins everywhere you can.

• 🗣️ Pick a family "safe word": Use a secret phrase to verify frantic emergency calls from loved ones before sending a dime.

• 💳 Ditch the debit card: Use credit cards for daily purchases for way better fraud protection.

Such an important reminder to slow down, question unsolicited messages, and protect your finances. Huge thank you to everyone who made this session happen! 🙌