by Jill Saar | Feb 7, 2025 | Fraud Friday, General News
Have you been contacted recently by someone claiming to be the IRS (Internal Revenue System)? Be careful. IRS impostor scams are on the rise as we approach tax season. Here’s what you need to know: The ScamIn this type of scam, fraudsters pretend to be IRS officials...
by Jill Saar | Jan 31, 2025 | Featured, Fraud Friday, General News
In honor of Identity Theft Awareness Week this week, your friends here at Guthrie County State Bank have put together a guide on best practices for protecting yourself from identity theft. Identity theft is when someone steals your personal information, such as your...
by Jill Saar | Jan 24, 2025 | Fraud Friday, General News
House hunting is stressful enough as it is. Throw some convincing fraudsters into the mix and it’s even more of a nightmare. One couple in West Virginia was swindled out of $255,000 due to real estate wire fraud. Take a few moments on this Fraud Friday to learn about...
by Jill Saar | Jan 3, 2025 | Fraud Friday, General News
Online scams cost Americans billions of dollars every year. Get your 2025 off to a safe, secure start by staying scam-savvy. Take some time this Fraud Friday to read about the top scams to watch for in 2025. 1. Job Offer Scams What it is: Scammers target job seekers...
by Jill Saar | Dec 20, 2024 | Fraud Friday, General News
Passwords are ingrained in our everyday lives, making it more important than ever to protect them. On this Fraud Friday, we’re sharing simple strategies to help you craft strong passwords, maintain them securely, and take quick action if your password is compromised....
by Jill Saar | Dec 6, 2024 | Fraud Friday, General News
Love is in the air for scammers. As more people turn to dating sites to find romantic partners, romance scams have steadily increased. On this Fraud Friday, we’re highlighting how to spot online romance scams and ways to stop a scamming suitor in their tracks. Our...
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