by Jill Saar | Jun 14, 2024 | Fraud Friday, General News
Welcome to this week’s edition of Fraud Friday with Guthrie County State Bank! On this Fraud Friday, we’re highlighting a common and troublesome issue: gift card scamming. Here are ways to spot this scam and prevent falling victim to it. Check for the “Gift’ in...
by Jill Saar | May 17, 2024 | Fraud Friday, General News
Welcome to another Fraud Friday with Guthrie County State Bank! This time, we’re taking a closer look at a concerning new trend: Bitcoin ATM Scams. Bitcoin in general is still fairly new territory for many people, which is why scammers love to use it to their...
by Jill Saar | May 3, 2024 | Fraud Friday, General News
Happy Friday! We’re back with more important tips to keep you and your money safe from fraud. This week, we are highlighting a common scheme called Debt Relief Scams. Let’s dive into five simple steps you can take to avoid falling for these scams....
by Jill Saar | Apr 26, 2024 | Fraud Friday, General News
Many of us know of someone with a timeshare–they can seem pretty appealing, especially compared to the rollercoaster of Iowa’s seasonal weather. If you’re thinking of diving into the world of timeshares and vacation clubs, make sure you have these details top of mind...
by Jill Saar | Apr 12, 2024 | Fraud Friday, General News
Tax season is a busy time for everyone, even scammers. This Fraud Friday, we’re taking a look at how to protect your identity in relation to taxes. As we quickly approach the tax filing deadline of April 15, scammers are surely ramping up their efforts to steal...
by Jill Saar | Mar 29, 2024 | Fraud Friday, General News
Contests and sweepstakes can feel like a fun chance for folks to win big, but they also tend to attract scammers looking to exploit that excitement and trust. Perhaps you might expect that from shady, small-time fraudsters, but would you ever think a large, well-known...
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