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The Type of Fraud No One Talks About—Until It Hits Home

July 13, 20252 min read

It’s easy to think fraud is something that happens to Fortune 500s. Big headlines. Big losses. Big companies.

But here’s the truth: fraud is bleeding small and midsize businesses too—especially professional firms.

And in many cases, it’s not a hacker brute-forcing their way through your firewall.
It’s someone pretending to be you.

Or your staff.
Or a client.
Or a vendor you’ve worked with for years.

This is identity-based fraud.
And it’s hitting firms with 5 to 50 people harder than most—because the protections just aren’t the same.

It starts with a stolen login or a fake email that looks legit.
A request to update payment details.
An “urgent” invoice.
A fake login screen.
Even an AI-generated voicemail or video that sounds eerily real.

And yes—these scams are working.
According to recent studies, 69% of businesses say they’ve seen a rise in fraud attempts.

So why is this such a problem for firms like yours?

Because traditional defenses—firewalls, antivirus, spam filters—don’t help when someone already has your password… or your trust.

But here’s the good news:
Small changes to how you protect identity can make a big impact.

Start with this quick review:

✅ Are your passwords randomly generated and never reused across apps?
✅ Do you require multi-factor authentication (MFA) for email, file access, and admin tools?
✅ Does your team get regular, simple training on spotting modern scams?
✅ Have you explored smarter tools like device recognition or biometric login?

We help firms across Michigan move beyond “just a password” with identity-focused protection that’s actually easy to use—and hard for attackers to bypass.

You don’t need to lock everything down. But you do need a plan.

📽️ Watch the short video above for a real-world look at how these scams are evolving—and how your firm can stay ahead.


Need help reviewing your current setup or choosing the right tools for your team?
Let’s talk. The consultation is free, and the peace of mind is real.

📞 Contact us today

#SmarterBusiness#BigWaterTech#IdentityProtection#KeepITSimple#CyberSecurity
John Lowery is the CEO of BigWater Technologies, where he leads with a passion for innovation and excellence in delivering advanced IT solutions. With over two decades of experience in the tech industry, John specializes in strategic planning, operational efficiency, and driving customer success.

John Lowery

John Lowery is the CEO of BigWater Technologies, where he leads with a passion for innovation and excellence in delivering advanced IT solutions. With over two decades of experience in the tech industry, John specializes in strategic planning, operational efficiency, and driving customer success.

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Man with the words How Much Fraud

The Type of Fraud No One Talks About—Until It Hits Home

July 13, 20252 min read

It’s easy to think fraud is something that happens to Fortune 500s. Big headlines. Big losses. Big companies.

But here’s the truth: fraud is bleeding small and midsize businesses too—especially professional firms.

And in many cases, it’s not a hacker brute-forcing their way through your firewall.
It’s someone pretending to be you.

Or your staff.
Or a client.
Or a vendor you’ve worked with for years.

This is identity-based fraud.
And it’s hitting firms with 5 to 50 people harder than most—because the protections just aren’t the same.

It starts with a stolen login or a fake email that looks legit.
A request to update payment details.
An “urgent” invoice.
A fake login screen.
Even an AI-generated voicemail or video that sounds eerily real.

And yes—these scams are working.
According to recent studies, 69% of businesses say they’ve seen a rise in fraud attempts.

So why is this such a problem for firms like yours?

Because traditional defenses—firewalls, antivirus, spam filters—don’t help when someone already has your password… or your trust.

But here’s the good news:
Small changes to how you protect identity can make a big impact.

Start with this quick review:

✅ Are your passwords randomly generated and never reused across apps?
✅ Do you require multi-factor authentication (MFA) for email, file access, and admin tools?
✅ Does your team get regular, simple training on spotting modern scams?
✅ Have you explored smarter tools like device recognition or biometric login?

We help firms across Michigan move beyond “just a password” with identity-focused protection that’s actually easy to use—and hard for attackers to bypass.

You don’t need to lock everything down. But you do need a plan.

📽️ Watch the short video above for a real-world look at how these scams are evolving—and how your firm can stay ahead.


Need help reviewing your current setup or choosing the right tools for your team?
Let’s talk. The consultation is free, and the peace of mind is real.

📞 Contact us today

#SmarterBusiness#BigWaterTech#IdentityProtection#KeepITSimple#CyberSecurity
John Lowery is the CEO of BigWater Technologies, where he leads with a passion for innovation and excellence in delivering advanced IT solutions. With over two decades of experience in the tech industry, John specializes in strategic planning, operational efficiency, and driving customer success.

John Lowery

John Lowery is the CEO of BigWater Technologies, where he leads with a passion for innovation and excellence in delivering advanced IT solutions. With over two decades of experience in the tech industry, John specializes in strategic planning, operational efficiency, and driving customer success.

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