Fraud Friday: Signs of a Scam

Fraud Friday: Signs of a Scam

While scams take many shapes and forms, there are usually a few tell-tale signs you should be aware of. For this edition of Fraud Friday at Guthrie County State Bank, we’re breaking down the basics of scam spotting so you can recognize the warning signs before it’s...
Fraud Friday: Tax Identity Theft

Fraud Friday: Tax Identity Theft

The tax deadline is quickly approaching! The only worse feeling than actually doing your taxes is finding out they were done incorrectly… especially due to a scammer. For this Fraud Friday, we are looking at tax identity theft. This is when someone uses your Social...
Fraud Friday: Online Ticket Scams

Fraud Friday: Online Ticket Scams

There’s nothing more exciting than securing tickets to a game or concert you’ve been looking forward to! However, as ticket scams become more popular, you should familiarize yourself with the warning signs before buying tickets online to your next event. Whether it’s...
Fraud Friday: Travel Scams

Fraud Friday: Travel Scams

Spring Break is upon us! As many of us prepare to travel, don’t forget to pack your most important tool: your defenses against scammers. During peak vacation times, scammers are not on vacation at all. They’re hard at work taking advantage of travelers, scamming them...
Fraud Friday: QR Code Package Scams

Fraud Friday: QR Code Package Scams

Scammers are constantly finding new methods for targeting their victims. One of the latest includes malicious QR codes on mailed packages. Don’t worry, we’re here to break it down for you on this Fraud Friday and give you some insider tips on spotting and stopping the...