Financial Education

October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, a time to educate ourselves about the ever-evolving landscape of online threats and reinforce good cybersecurity practices. In today's digital age, our personal and professional lives are increasingly intertwined with the internet, making it crucial to protect our online presence. This article offers 7 essential tips and additional resources to help keep you safe while online. Use Strong Passwords Create complex passwords using a mix of...

While credit cards and digital payments are becoming more popular, paper checks continue to be a common payment method for many consumers and businesses. However, with a rise in check fraud attempts, it’s important to be alert when accepting or choosing to pay with a paper check. According to the American Bankers Association, attempted check fraud at U.S. banks totaled $15 billion in 2018. Before depositing a check you weren’t expecting or mailing a check to an unknown recipient, here...

Watch out for suspicious text messages, emails, and phone calls claiming to be from your bank. These messages or calls may claim that there is an issue with your account needing immediate attention. Or, it may claim that you need to update your account, information, or password. What should you do? Start by being skeptical. It could very well be a scam to steal your money or your personal information. These scams are designed to trick you into divulging important information that...

Scammers are always looking for new victims, and older adults are on their list. These crooks use many ways to target your money or personal information. Here are some things to look for and some suggestions about what to do if you think you might be a victim. Don’t rush into financial decisions. If you’re unsure about anything, ask for an explanation or say you need more time to think about it. Don’t feel pressured to make snap decisions. Don’t give out personal...