Banking & Financial Scams

Account Takeovers, Wire Fraud & Payment Scams

Your bank account is one of the most targeted assets you own. This workshop teaches you how scammers exploit banking systems, trick you into authorizing transfers, and drain accounts — and how to lock them out before they get in.

See the Tiers

What You'll Learn

Three tiers that take you from recognizing common banking scam tactics to building a complete financial defense system that protects your accounts and your family.

Tier 1 — Intro

"Where Did My Money Go?"

Banking & Financial Scams

The most common banking scams: fake fraud alerts, account verification calls, and phishing emails
How scammers impersonate your bank — and why it works
Authorized vs. unauthorized transactions — why the difference matters for recovery
Your first defense: never act on inbound contact claiming to be your bank

Includes: Banking Scam Red-Flag Card & Verification Checklist

Tier 2 — Intermediate

"Follow the Money"

Banking & Financial Scams

Wire fraud and how scammers redirect legitimate payments
Business email compromise (BEC) and how it targets payroll and vendors
Peer-to-peer payment scams — Zelle, Venmo, CashApp vulnerabilities
How to set up transaction alerts, limits, and multi-factor authentication

Includes: Payment Security Setup Guide & BEC Prevention Checklist

Tier 3 — Advanced

"Locking the Vault"

Banking & Financial Scams

Account takeover attacks — how scammers gain full control of your banking
SIM swapping and how it bypasses two-factor authentication
Building a family financial security protocol with trusted contacts
What to do immediately if your account is compromised — step-by-step recovery

Includes: Account Security Lockdown Guide & Breach Response Plan

Who This Workshop Is For

Anyone with a bank account, credit card, or digital payment app. Especially critical for people who manage household finances, small business owners, and anyone who has ever received a suspicious call or text claiming to be from their bank.