GCSB News & Updates
Could Someone Take Over Your Account?
You might think of online fraud as someone stealing your credit card number or making a purchase you didn’t authorize. But another growing threat goes a step further: account takeover fraud. Account takeover happens when a scammer gains access to one of your online...
Your Bank Says You Need to Move Your Money. Should You?
Your phone rings. The caller says they’re from your bank. There’s suspicious activity on your account, they tell you. Your money could be at risk. But don’t worry, they can help you protect it. All you need to do is move your money to a different account. It may sound...
What is a Brushing Scam?
A package shows up at your home that you never ordered. It may contain something inexpensive or completely random — toothpaste, seeds, a small gadget or another low-cost item. It may seem harmless, but it could be part of what’s known as a brushing scam. Brushing...
4 Money-Safety Lessons Every Teen Should Know
Teenagers may not be applying for mortgages or carrying multiple credit cards yet, but they already have something worth protecting: their identity. As teens begin working, opening bank accounts, using payment apps and taking on more financial independence, it’s...
Check Washing Is Still Happening: 5 Ways to Protect Your Checks
Check washing isn’t a new scam, but it’s still one worth paying attention to. The U.S. Postal Inspection Service continues to warn consumers about criminals stealing checks from the mail, altering the payee name or dollar amount, and depositing the changed check. In...
Welcome Cheryl Marks to the GCSB Team
We are pleased to welcome Cheryl Marks as our new Vice President and Retail Banking Manager. Cheryl will serve customers and support team members at both our Panora and Guthrie Center locations. Cheryl brings many years of banking experience to GCSB. She was drawn to...
Welcome our new team member: Amber Lopez!
Amber joins us as a Personal Banker at our Panora location. She brings previous financial experience to the role and is a Guthrie County native. Amber grew up in Yale, where she now lives with her husband and children. As a lifelong member of the community, Amber...
Protect Your Wallet During Wedding Planning
Planning a wedding involves many important decisions, and choosing reliable vendors is one of the biggest. Alas, scammers and unreliable businesses can turn an exciting celebration into an expensive headache. Here are a few warning signs of sketchy schemes and wedding...