Did you know that business bank accounts don’t have the same protections that federal law affords consumers when it comes to recovering from fraudulent transactions? With experts predicting an increase in financial crimes, it’s critical for businesses of all sizes to...
read moreWhat is Elder Abuse? Elder abuse is an intentional or negligent act by any person that causes harm or a serious risk of harm to an older or vulnerable person who cannot give knowing consent. Elder Abuse is further defined by 5 types, financial exploitation, physical...
read moreSummer is approaching fast, and for many, that means vacation and travel. Whether going near or far, traveling can be a great way to get some relief from the day-to-day stresses of our busy lives. Don’t let device security cause added worry by not being...
read moreThere is nothing fun about looking for a job. The drudgery of online applications asking you to reenter the same information from the resume you already uploaded, driving to interview after interview, and that tense wait for a callback, all the while budgeting down to...
read moreWe all know about phishing and most of us have heard of smishing (SMS text) or perhaps vishing (voice). Enter quishing (QR codes), the newest malicious kid on the block. Due to their rising popularity as a method to share information during the pandemic, QR codes are...
read moreAccording to a recent report by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), social media has become a prime venue for many scammers. The report says last year, “more than 95,000 people reported about $770 million in losses to fraud initiated on social media platforms.” That...
read moreHave you ever answered a call or received a message from an unknown number stating that you owe money to a company you don’t do business with or won a prize for a contest that you didn’t enter? Americans answer these messages or calls every day, which leads to...
read moreWe live in an increasingly digital world and most of us give little thought to data privacy until after our personal data has been compromised. Our increased dependence on digital technologies to manage every aspect of life requires us to rethink what we share about...
read moreFraudsters’ ability to take advantage of new technology, impersonate trusted vendors and exploit your business is more impressive than ever, resulting in billions of dollars lost from businesses in all 50 states and more than 170 countries since 2013, according to the...
read moreIn this day and age, we are more connected than ever. According to recent data, smart home systems are set to rise to a market value of $157 billion by 2023, and the number of installed connected devices in the home is expected to grow by a staggering 70% by 2025....
read moreWhen traveling for vacation, the holidays, or even a weekend getaway, you want the peace of mind in knowing your home is safe. Security systems, interior cameras and camera doorbells provide an extra eye – inside and out. Set timers or keep a light on to make...
read moreIdentity theft can happen to anyone at any time. When it does, it can be hard to recover. The crime can leave accounts drained, credit damaged and can even jeopardize employment. Protect your documents that have personal information and ask questions before giving...
read moreWith summer around the corner, many are looking to earn extra income with part-time jobs. Unfortunately, scammers post false work advertisements to steal personal and bank information from these job seekers. Learn a few examples of jobs scams, how to avoid them and...
read moreTo protect our family and belongings, we make sure our homes and cars have strong locks. To protect our important personal documents, we make sure they are stored in a secure location. To protect our digital identities and accounts, we must do the same thing. We need...
read moreStart the new year with a cyber security checkup! Taking preventative measures to protect your personal information now could save you valuable time and resources in the future. Keep your bank account safe by being cyber smart. Listed below are simple ways you can...
read moreIf you’re like billions of other people in the world using a smartphone daily, there is a good chance you have a vast amount of personal information accumulated on your mobile device from texting, social media, video calls and other personal activities. Like a...
read moreMore consumers are shopping online than ever before. According to the U.S. Department of Commerce, e-commerce sales grew nine times faster than traditional brick & mortar store sales between 1998 and 2017, and that rate of growth continues. With Cyber Monday...
read moreArvest Bank is warning consumers about student loan assistance scams. In these types of scams, borrowers receive phone calls, emails, letters, and/or texts offering them relief from their federal student loans or warning them that student loan forgiveness programs...
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