I recieved a call from Fraud Watch asking for information about my card activity. I was instantly suspicious. I told them I would call them back if my bank verified they were indeed legit. I verified it with Northrim Bank here in Alaska. They do contract with Fraud Watch and the teller transfered me to the Fraud Watch at the end of our conversation.
The Fraud Watch operator told me a tale about where my card was being attempted to be used. YIKES! It turns out someone compromised my VISA debit card, THANKFULLY, the Fraud Watch folks had denied each of the various attacks on my card.
Afterward, I remembered that I had dealt with them before with another credit union that I do business with. This is a reputable company but that said I would still advise that you do the samething I did.
1. Get their number
2. Call your banking company and ask them to transfer you to their Fraud Watch (Since most banks and credit unions do appear to utilize their fraud prevention services they will likely say yes.)
3. Ask the teller to transfer you to Fraud Watch.
4. Talk to the friendly Fraud Watch representative. (Hopefully all is well for your card and the transactions are indeed yours.)
I hope this helps.
Friday, March 16, 2012
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