The bad news: scam emails are becoming more common. The good news: you can be more aware with a few helpful tips!

When receiving messages that may look official, but you're unsure about, check to see if they include the following red flags that are often used:

• urgent payment demands

• unexpected invoices

• requests to “confirm” account information

• links that don’t match the sender’s name

• misspellings

• unfamiliar email addresses

• attachments you weren’t expecting

To verify the sender, check the full email address (not just the display name) and contact the company directly using a phone number or website you already trust—not the information in the email.

When in doubt, avoid clicking links or downloading anything, and take a moment to verify before responding to help protect your financial and personal information.