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If you frequently use a debit card, watch out for skimming scams.  Skimming thieves use hidden equipment to capture your account information and the problem is increasing as debit card use rises.  Here are 3 actions you can take to protect yourself:

1.       Don’t type in your PIN when getting gas at the pump.

2.       Only use Bank ATMs

3.       Monitor your accounts

For more information, read this article: Debit-Card ‘Skimming’ Scams.