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How to Deal with Fraud on a Payment App
April 4, 2022
Categories: Consumer Tips, Cybersecurity, Fraud Prevention, General
Whether it is Venmo, PayPal or Apple Pay, peer-to-peer payment apps have quickly risen in popularity over the last few years. While they create convenience for consumers, they also create a new target for fraudsters. And because payment apps do not have the same consumer protection as bank accounts, such as FDIC insurance, money stolen through a payment app cannot be recovered.
There are many precautions consumers can take to protect their payment app accounts from fraud, but using one... Read More
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Coming Soon: Debit Card Controls within the BankISB App
March 15, 2022
Categories: Consumer Tips, Cybersecurity, Debit Card, Fraud Prevention, General
Coming Soon!
The CardValet app is moving to the BankISB Mobile Banking app!Control your debit card with the BankISB app. Current CardValet users should note that debit card controls will soon be available within the BankISB mobile banking app and the separate CardValet app will no longer be needed or available.
What Do You Need to Do? If you do not already have the BankISB mobile banking app, now is the time to download it and begin using it to become familiar... Read More -
Beware of Tax Identity Theft
January 26, 2022
Categories: Business Fraud, Business Tips, Consumer Tips, Cybersecurity, Fraud Prevention, General
Tax identity theft is when someone uses your Social Security number to steal your tax refund or for work. People often discover tax identity theft when they file their tax returns. Use these tips to protect yourself this tax season and beyond:
Protect documents with sensitive information.
Safeguard all tax records, Social Security cards, and other financial documents in a safe place. Shred and destroy all financial records when you dispose of them. Protect... Read More -
Can You Spot a Phishing Scam?
October 4, 2021
Categories: Business Fraud, Business Tips, Consumer Tips, Cybersecurity, Fraud Prevention, General
Every day, thousands of people fall victim to fraudulent emails, texts and calls from scammers pretending to be their bank. And in this time of expanded use of online banking, the problem is only growing worse. In fact, the Federal Trade Commission’s report on fraud estimates that American consumers lost a staggering $3.3 billion to these phishing schemes and other fraud in 2020—that’s nearly double what was lost in 2019.
It’s time to put scammers in their place.
Online... Read More
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NEW! eCorp Business Bill Payment Service
September 27, 2021
Categories: Business Fraud, Business Tips, Cybersecurity, Fraud Prevention, General
We've added something new for our eCorp Business Online Banking users -- Bill Payment Service.
ECorp Business Online Banking users can now enjoy the same bill payment features that consumers use – with the additional security of eCorp Business Banking!
Pay bills online and make your accounts payable process more efficient and organized. Make one time payments. Set up automatic payments for repeating bills. Get bills delivered to you online. Send detailed... Read More -
Hello, Grandma? Hello, Grandpa?
September 21, 2021
Categories: Community, Consumer Tips, Cybersecurity, Fraud Prevention, General
At Iowa State Bank we take the responsibility of safe-guarding your money very seriously. That’s why we’re sharing information about how to prevent fraud and how to avoid common scams. We’re calling these Scam-O-Grams! Remember, if you have questions or concerns about fraud, call us first.
Every grandparent wants to hear from their grandchild, and scammers know this. If you get a call from someone pretending to be your grandchild, beware! Scammers trick... Read More
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Mobile Wallet is Back! Shop & Pay with Your Phone
June 4, 2021
Categories: Business Tips, Consumer Tips, Cybersecurity, Debit Card, Fraud Prevention, General
We’re pleased to offer another piece of technology specifically for our debit card users – the mobile wallet. Use the mobile wallet to make secure purchases from your smart phone!
Here are some frequently asked questions to help you determine if the mobile wallet is the next great addition to your 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... Read More -
Get Alerts in Online Banking
May 12, 2021
Categories: Business Fraud, Business Tips, Consumer Tips, Cybersecurity, Debit Card, Fraud Prevention, General, Saving Money
Beginning Monday, May 17, 2021, we will offer account activity "Alerts," for Online Banking and eCorp Business Banking users.
Get an Alert the moment something important happens in your account by text*, email, within our Online Banking message center, or through our Mobile Banking app* -- BankISB.
Alerts let you know exactly what's happening with your money and can make you aware of potentially suspicious activity.
Choose from dozens of Alerts to monitor... Read More
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Traveling? Take the CardValet app with You!
April 6, 2021
Categories: Business Fraud, Business Tips, Consumer Tips, Cybersecurity, Debit Card, General
Use Card Valet to Avoid Potential Debit Card Delays When You’re Away from Home
If you’re planning a trip, plan to get the CardValet® app before you go. Create travel plans using the CardValet® app to get more control of your debit card and avoid potential debit card processing delays.
Create domestic or international travel plans with CardValet® -- so that your debit card keeps up with you (and your suitcase.) With CardValet® there... Read More
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Beware of COVID-19 Scams
March 15, 2021
Categories: Business Fraud, Business Tips, Consumer Tips, Cybersecurity, Fraud Prevention, General
Since the COVID-19 pandemic began, people all over the world have been anxiously awaiting the development of a vaccine that could protect them from the coronavirus. While the announcement that the vaccine is being distributed throughout the U.S. gives cybercriminals the opportunity to create scams, we're providing the following tips to help consumers avoid becoming a victim.
COVID-19 vaccine scams could come through phishing emails that offer to sell a vaccine or other type of treatment.... Read More