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Person-to-person payment scams

Person-to-person payment scams

What to watch for with P2P apps As people migrate further into a cashless society, mobile banking and person-to-person (P2P) apps such as Venmo, Cash App, Zelle, and PayPal are becoming transaction mainstays. But you can expect that wherever cash is exchanged,...

Personal and Commercial Lending Fraud

Personal and Commercial Lending Fraud

Beware of loan scams when seeking funding from a commercial lender. Criminals often pose as legitimate lenders to steal personal information and money from unsuspecting borrowers. Trustworthy commercial lenders like Alpine Bank will always require proper documentation and verification before approving a loan.

Monitor Your Credit: How to Set Up Fraud Alerts on Credit Reports

Monitor Your Credit: How to Set Up Fraud Alerts on Credit Reports

Protecting your credit is essential in today’s digital age. One way to do this is by setting up fraud alerts on credit reports. This will notify the credit bureaus to take extra measures in reviewing credit requests on your behalf. A credit freeze, which prevents lenders from checking your credit reports, is also an option for added security.

Keep ahead of rising college costs

Keep ahead of rising college costs

The inflation we’re experiencing doesn’t bode well for parents who hope to see their children go to college. Historically, the costs of a college education have risen faster than the rate of inflation. But keeping ahead of rising education costs can be less formidable...