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Posted on September 16, 2026 at 8:23 AM

Scam of the Week: This Chart Doesn't Check Out Imagine opening an email that appears to be from your patient...

Categories: Fraud Prevention

Posted on September 11, 2026 at 2:32 PM

Private mortgage insurance, or PMI, is insurance that may be required when you take out a conventional mortgage with a...

Categories: Lending

Posted on September 11, 2026 at 2:28 PM

If you’re thinking about buying a home, getting prequalified for a mortgage can be a helpful first step. Prequalification gives...

Categories: Lending

Posted on September 11, 2026 at 2:24 PM

Mortgage interest rates can change frequently, sometimes even throughout the same day. A mortgage rate lock can provide greater certainty...

Categories: Lending

Posted on September 11, 2026 at 2:19 PM

A home appraisal is an important part of the home financing process. It provides an objective estimate of a property's...

Categories: Lending

Posted on September 11, 2026 at 8:23 AM

We’re warning consumers to stay vigilant as bank impersonation scams continue to increase in Iowa and nationwide. Scammers are using...

Categories: Fraud Prevention

Posted on September 9, 2026 at 7:57 AM

Scam of the Week: The Reply Trap A text lights up your phone screen from a number you don't recognize,...

Categories: Fraud Prevention

Posted on September 8, 2026 at 1:51 PM

Phishing Emails and Email Security Phishing emails are fraudulent emails designed to trick individuals into revealing sensitive information, such as...

Categories: Fraud & Security

Posted on September 8, 2026 at 1:49 PM

Cybersecurity Vulnerabilities and Mitigation Cybersecurity vulnerabilities pose significant risks to businesses, exposing them to data breaches, financial losses, and reputational...

Categories: Fraud & Security

Posted on September 8, 2026 at 1:46 PM

Corporate Account Takeover (CATO) Risks and Mitigation Corporate Account Takeover (CATO) is a form of cybercrime where attackers gain unauthorized...

Categories: Fraud & Security

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