Protect Your Financial Accounts: Evolving Imposter Scams Use New Tricks to Gain Access

The Idaho Department of Finance (IDOF) is alerting consumers to alarming new tactics reported in increasingly sophisticated imposter scams, wherein scammers disguise themselves as romantic connections, potential employers, or investment professionals, tricking victims into linking financial accounts and initiating an electronic request to transfer funds.

Third Annual Senior Fraud & Financial Exploitation Prevention Roadshow Locations & Partners Announced

The Idaho Department of Finance (IDOF) is excited to announce its third annual Senior Fraud and Financial Exploitation Prevention Roadshow Series. This statewide initiative brings free educational events to Idaho seniors, adult family members, and caregivers, and provides key tools and resources to prevent, recognize, and report financial crimes targeting older and vulnerable adults.

Idaho Department of Finance Partners with Idaho Scam Jam Alliance for Fall Events

The Idaho Department of Finance, in partnership with the Idaho Scam Jam Alliance, is excited to announce a series of in-person and virtual educational events to help Idahoans learn how to prevent, identify, and report financial fraud and scams.

Inaugural "North Idaho Women and Their Money Conference" June 9th in Coeur d’Alene.

The Idaho Department of Finance (IDOF) is thrilled to announce its support of the inaugural North Idaho Women and Their Money Conference taking place on Monday, June 9th, 2025, from 7:45 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. on the campus of North Idaho College. This free, day-long conference is designed to empower women by strengthening their financial literacy and confidence to build a solid financial future.

Idaho Department of Finance Strategic Planning Stakeholder Survey

As the Idaho Department of Finance reviews and updates its strategic plan for the next five years, we seek to identify those goals which are the most important to achieving the Department’s overall mission. Therefore, the Department is seeking input from all of those we believe to be our stakeholders, including our employees, the entities we regulate, the Legislature, our regulatory partners, and the public.

Financial Literacy Month “Tip of the Week” – Home Improvement Financing Considerations

As the seasons change and warm weather approaches, many homeowners consider moving forward with home improvement projects. This may be especially true for those with low interest rates, who opt to stay in their homes longer and seek avenues to upgrade their living spaces.

Financial Literacy Month

Financial Literacy Tip: Create a budget

Start by calculating your monthly income and expenses. Use this information to create a budget that works for you.