GCSB News & Updates

Pause Before Hiring a Contractor

A knock at the door. A flyer in the mailbox. A contractor who says they noticed damage and can start right away. Sounds convenient, right? It’s also a convenient way for scammers to take advantage of people. For many homeowners, eager contractors might sound helpful —...

GCSB Employee Spotlight: Laura Stetzel

Getting to Know LauraFor nearly a decade, Laura Stetzel has been an integral part of the Guthrie County State Bank team. She joined us in 2016 as Loan Administrative Assistant, bringing with her a number of years of experience in banking and a strong desire to work in...

Graduate from Falling for Graduation Gift Scams

Graduation season is full of get-togethers and celebrations. Cards, gifts, announcements, and support from friends and family all become part of the big moment. Unfortunately, scammers know that money is often moving around this time of year — and they use that to...

Fraud Friday: Online Travel Scams

Whether you’re wanting to travel this summer or are already planning a winter getaway, be aware that scammers are lurking all around the internet in hopes to catch you in their traps. When it comes to travel scams, here’s what to watch out for. The most common travel...

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Fraud Friday: Scams in the Job Market

Applying for jobs was already tricky enough and nowadays, on top of it all, you also have to be weary of fake job listings. College students, recent grads, or anyone new to the job market might not know common red flags for fake jobs. How Job Scams Work Fake Listings:...

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Fraud Friday: Top Summer Scams

As temperatures rise, so do certain types of scams. Here are three scams to watch out for this summer. 1. Moving Scams Summer is peak moving season. Common moving scams include shady movers who demand large upfront payments, moving companies that hold belongings...

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Fraud Friday: Student Loan Scams

Student loans are usually the last thing you want to think about. That’s why there are scams floating around that promise to take care of those student loans for you – for a price. Messaging in student loan scams can include: Management Help – Scammers offer help...

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