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PROTECTING YOURSELF FROM HOLIDAY SCAMS
NOVEMBER 20, 2025 | FRAUD PREVENTION
The holidays bring families together, brighten communities, and remind us of the joy of giving. Unfortunately, they also bring an increase in scams designed to take advantage of people during the busi...
READ MOREOPENING THE DOOR TO HOMEOWNERSHIP WITH FHA LOANS
SEPTEMBER 19, 2025 | HOME LENDING
Buying a home is one of life’s most meaningful milestones, but for many families, saving for a large down payment or meeting conventional loan requirements can feel overwhelming. Fortunately, FHA loan...
READ MORESAFEGUARDING YOUR SOCIAL MEDIA: RECOGNIZE AND AVOID SCAMS
SEPTEMBER 12, 2025 | FRAUD PREVENTION
Social media connects us like never before. We share moments, follow trends, and engage with friends. But this digital proximity also opens the door for scammers targeting our trust, curiosity, and so...
READ MORETHE RISE OF CHECK FRAUD: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW
JUNE 30, 2025 | FRAUD PREVENTION
Despite the decline in personal check usage over recent years, check fraud continues to be a growing threat, particularly for businesses. In 2023 and 2024, check fraud accounted for a significant port...
READ MOREUnderstanding 3D Secure: A Safety Protocol for Online Transactions
June 9, 2025 | NEWS & EVENTS
3D Secure is a security protocol designed to safeguard online credit and debit card transactions. It introduces an additional layer of authentication to confirm that the individual making the purchase...
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