Spotting Phishing Emails: Red Flags and How to Avoid Them

Have you ever received an email urging you to "ACT NOW!" or warning of "Account Suspension"? Did it sound a little too panicked, maybe even included a threat? If so, you might have encountered a phishing attempt.
Phishing emails are a sneaky tactic scammers use to trick you into revealing personal information like passwords, credit card details, or even your Social Security number. Once they have this information, they can steal your money, ruin your credit, or even take over your online accounts. Yikes!