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Archive - October 2025

Get the facts about using mobile wallet
Get the Facts about Paying with Mobile Wallet

Question: What is a Mobile Wallet? Answer: A mobile wallet is a way to carry your debit card (or credit card) information in a secure digital way on your mobile device– instead of using your physical plastic card. Question: Why should I use...

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Convenience, mobile wallet

Can You Spot a Scam?
Can You Spot a Scam?

Every day, thousands of people fall victim to fraudulent emails, texts and calls from scammers pretending to be their bank, a loved one, the government or law enforcement. And in this time of expanded use of online and mobile banking, the problem is only...

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Beware of scams, Consumer Tips, identity theft, prevent fraud, Safety

Iowa Banks Warn Business Customers About Account Takeover Scams
Iowa Banks Warn Business Customers About Account Takeover Scams

Iowa’s banking industry continues to see fraud associated with corporate account takeover   JOHNSTON, Iowa (Oct. 13, 2025) — Iowa banks continue to see sophisticated fraud impacting business customers. Currently, business customers...

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Consumer Tips, Fraud detection, prevent fraud, protect identity, Safety, Security

Practice Safe Checks
Do You Practice Safe Checks?

It should come as easily as fastening your seat belt on a plane, so buckle up for this one. Despite the fact that check use has declined by 25%, reports of check fraud have soared. In fact, they’ve doubled since 2021. Criminals are becoming more...

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Beware of scams, Consumer Tips, identity theft, prevent fraud

World Financial Planning Day
Take Advantage of World Financial Planning Day

Financial planning is something every age group can participate in, and in honor of World Financial Planning Day, Iowa State Bank is encouraging people of all ages to set aside time to evaluate financial goals. From childhood to retirement, financial...

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Consumer Tips, Saving Money

About the Government Shutdown
About the Government Shutdown

Dear Friends and Neighbors, Many of you have been following the national news about the current federal government shutdown. You may wonder what impact this may have on your daily business. Be rest assured, your banking relationship with Iowa State Bank...

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Consumer Tips, Real Estate Loans