Educational Insights

Our educational insights cover a variety of topics to help you better address your financial needs and implement your financial plan, with strategies and solutions that may help you meet your financial goals.

  • Look Out For These Top Tax Scams When Filing Your Taxes

    October 25, 2023

    Each year, the IRS produces a list of its “Dirty Dozen” tax scams. These scams tend to spike from December through April, but they can—and do—happen year-round. It’s wise to stay on top of the latest list of common issues—and take some simple steps to stay safe from them.

  • Here’s What You Can Do to Prevent Check Fraud

    September 29, 2023

    Instances of check fraud are on the rise in the U.S. Below are some best practices to help you avoid becoming a victim.

  • Avoid Getting Scammed

    September 13, 2023

    Thousands of new scams emerge every year. Follow these best practices to help protect yourself and your family.

  • Account Protection at Janney

    July 20, 2023

    Through every market condition, through every stage of your life—and your family’s life—Janney provides stability and coverage for the safety and security of your assets.

  • Prevent Identity Theft

    June 22, 2023

    Identity theft is when someone steals your personal information to commit fraud. Here is a checklist of some steps you can take to help from becoming a victim.

  • Recover From a System Hack

    May 16, 2023

    Here is a checklist of steps to help you recover from a computer system hack.

  • Prevent Phishing Attacks

    May 10, 2023

    Phishing scams are growing more sophisticated. Here is a checklist of things to do to recognize and avoid these scams so you can protect both your identity and your assets.

  • 5 Top Cybercrime Trends and How to Combat Them

    October 26, 2022

    From smart homes to smart phones, our lives are more online than ever, especially following the pandemic. Staying up on the latest trends in cybercrime, and taking smart actions, helps us protect one of our most precious assets: our personal and financial information. Here are five trends to keep on your radar.

  • Protect Yourself From Scams Targeting Retirees

    October 17, 2022

    Frauds targeting retirees is increasingly common. Fraudsters target retirees collecting personal data for identity theft for monetary gain. Review a list of the most common scams and ways to protect yourself from fraudsters.

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