Financial Safety

Security Tips For Using Digital Payment Apps

Abbie Dyer - Sep 28, 2023 10:28:28 AM

In a time when it feels like we’re constantly on the go, the convenience of being able to send money or make payments right from your phone can make life a little easier. But as with all technology,...

Financial Safety

Tax Season Security Tips And How To Recognize Potential Tax Scams

Abbie Dyer - Feb 4, 2022 1:30:00 PM

Each year, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) warns taxpayers to be on the lookout for scams and potential fraud. Tax time is prime season for criminals who hope to gain money or personal...

Online Banking / Financial Safety

7 Easy Steps You Can Take Today To Keep Your Online Accounts Secure

Abbie Dyer - Jun 28, 2021 5:00:00 PM

When you’re shopping on so many different websites, it’s tempting to just use the same username and password for everything. However, when you use the same login information for all of your online...

Online Banking / Financial Safety

5 Common Scams That Play Off Of Your Common Sense

Abbie Dyer - May 3, 2020 12:33:00 PM

Even as we suddenly find ourselves living in a world of uncertainty, there's still so much to be thankful for. We may even be in a position to give back to the causes we care about through donations...

Financial Safety / Credit Cards

5 Tips To Keep Your Card Information Safe

Abbie Dyer - Aug 13, 2019 11:21:32 AM

In our busy lives, the convenience of carrying a debit or credit card fits well in our lifestyles. But many of us question the benefit of this convenience with concerns about safety and card...

Financial Safety / Credit Cards

6 Simple Reasons Why You Should Use Your Digital Wallet

Abbie Dyer - Jun 6, 2019 12:03:53 PM

Digital wallets have been around for a few years but the use of these cashless tools are now becoming more widely adopted by retailers. The additional security features on digital wallets alone offer...

Financial Safety

Easy Ways to Keep Your Debit Card Safe at Gas Stations

Abbie Dyer - Feb 27, 2019 6:00:00 AM

Over the last several months we’ve seen a significant increase in debit card fraud related to use at gas pump terminals – specifically in Oakland, Macomb, and Wayne counties. This problem is not...

Financial Safety / Credit Cards

5 Ways to Keep Your Information Safe While Traveling

Abbie Dyer - Feb 27, 2019 6:00:00 AM

There's a sense of adventure in all of us. And everyone deserves a break sometimes. So, maybe it's time to pack up and explore a new place. Before you hop on a plane or take off in your car, it’s...

Financial Safety

6 Steps to Handling a Card Compromise

Abbie Dyer - Feb 27, 2019 6:00:00 AM

It seems like every few days we hear about a new data compromise where debit or credit card information is jeopardized. Compromises are very common around the holiday season but they can occur at...

Financial Safety / Credit Cards

4 Tips to Spy ATM and Gas Pump Skimmers

Abbie Dyer - Mar 12, 2018 9:26:05 AM

How often do you actually check over an ATM or payment terminal before you swipe your card? For most of us, the answer is probably not very often. Lack of observation is what fraudsters are hoping...


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