Fraud Prevention

Despite a steep decline in the use of written checks -- 82% over the last 30 years, according to the Federal Reserve -- check fraud has become increasingly popular among criminals, resulting in billions in losses per year -- m ore than twice what it was...

Consumer Tips, Fraud detection, prevent fraud, protect identity

from Shannon Goche, Assistant Vice President, Cashier & Retail Banking When it comes to fraud, don't let it pop up on you! Fraudsters work to create pop up messages on computers that trick consumers into clicking on these messages because the messages...

Fraud detection, identity theft, protect identity

Did you know that check fraud has risen over 385% since the Covid pandemic, according to the U.S. Treasury Department? That's why the American Bankers Association and the U.S. Postal Inspection Service are working together to combat check fraud....

Beware of scams, Consumer Tips, Fraud detection, prevent fraud, Safety, Security

If you're taking a vacation, use our mobile banking app, BankISB, to set a travel alert for your debit card to help ensure that your card keeps up with your travels while preventing potential fraud. 1. Log into the Mobile Banking app (BankISB). 2....

If your New Year’s Resolution is to make 2024 the year you get your financial life organized, Iowa State Bank can help. Our account alerts found in Online Banking and in Mobile Banking give you over 50 different alerts that you can use to manage...

Convenience, Fraud detection, Our Products, Security

Leave your purse or wallet at home. Take your smartphone and use the mobile wallet to make secure purchases! Here are some frequently asked question to help you determine if the mobile wallet is the next great addition to your wallet: QUESTION:...

mobile wallet

Don’t Become a Victim of Payment App Fraud Iowa State Bank warns consumers to watch out for common payment app scams Peer-to-peer payment apps like Venmo, PayPal and Zelle have created convenience for making payments and transferring money....

Payment apps

If you’re traveling, you may find setting a travel alert using Mobile Banking can be one way to avoid any potential debit card transaction delays. It’s simple, and it will give you peace of mind when you travel. Here’s how…. Download...

Consumer Tips, Security

April kicks off with a day of practical jokes and hoaxes, but your bank account is one aspect of your life you want to take seriously. There are steps you can take, however, to get the most out of your banking experience. 6 Ways to Maximize your Banking...

Beware of scams, prevent fraud, Security

Some Spring Cleaning Could Improve Your Finances There are subscriptions for everything these days. In addition to typical subscriptions like magazines and newspapers, there are now subscriptions to other types of content, such as movies, books and...