How Business Owners Can Avoid Vendor Fraud Apr 30th, 2025 by: Regan Godderz Business Banking & LendingFraud & Security Outsourcing takes trust – trust that the vendor will maintain the same level of client service, uphold your quality standards, and keep your information safe. When this trust is exploited by fraudsters, it can lead to financial losses and even damage to your hard-earned reputation. As a business owner, it’s important to take measures against ... 3 min read Read More
How Marketing Can Elevate Your Small Business Apr 29th, 2025 by: Kitty Tankard Business Banking & Lending How Marketing Can Elevate Your Small Business Small businesses often encounter unique challenges when attracting customers and competing in the market. Limited resources, budget constraints, and a smaller customer base requires intelligent and effective marketing strategies. And that will look different for every small business, depending on your goals, budget, target audience, and product. One ... 4 min read Read More
How Supporting Small Businesses Helps Local Economies Apr 24th, 2025 by: Regan Godderz Business Banking & LendingCommunity EngagementPersonal Finance Tips Picture the cheery jingle of that bell hanging off the door of your favorite local craft shop, the grumpy chihuahua in the window of the tailor down the street, and the name of the hostess who knows your favorite table at your go-to restaurant. These small businesses don’t just strengthen our local community, they’re often ... 3 min read Read More
Stay Ahead of AI Fraud: Spotting and Preventing Scams Apr 22nd, 2025 by: Regan Godderz Fraud & Security Artificial intelligence has only made fraud smarter. According to the FTC, younger people are losing more money to fraud than older people. 44% of 20-29 year olds lost money to fraud in 2024, compared with 24% of 70-79 year olds. With criminals exploiting AI to carry out their scams, fraud attempts are happening more often ... 5 min read Read More
Understanding and Combatting Check Fraud Apr 21st, 2025 by: Regan Godderz Business Banking & Lending In today's digital age, businesses face a myriad of security challenges, and check fraud has increased dramatically. In 2024, the numbers of organizations reporting attempted or actual payments fraud rose to 80%, up from 65% in 2022, according to the 2024 AFP Payments Fraud and Control Survey Report. Checks continued to be the most problematic ... 3 min read Read More
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