Is your inbox and mailbox filling up with offers from mortgage companies? These unsolicited offers are not just annoying, they can be downright deceitful, sometimes using your existing mortgage lender’s name or loan amount to appear as though they are connected to your current financial provider.
Fraudsters have become increasingly adept at getting cardholders to share information by posing as financial institution call center representatives, or sending text messages that look like they are coming from your institution, warning of suspicious activities. They are also phoning call centers posing as cardholders requesting changes to card information and account parameters. The fraudsters…
Financial elder abuse is when a relative, caregiver, stranger, or “friend” exploits an older person to deplete savings and assets that have taken years to accumulate. This type of abuse can severely affect an elder’s lifestyle. Elder abuse is accomplished by taking or misusing the property or resources of a vulnerable adult by means of undue…
Accessing technology is easier than it’s ever been. With more and more Americans being connected to their phones, it’s important to remember cyber threats can occur not only on a laptop or computer, but also on your mobile device. There are many steps you can take to help protect your mobile device against cyber threats,…
With the Holidays right around the corner, many of us are busy buying last minute gifts or getting ready to travel which means your debit card may be getting more use than normal. Conveniently manage your Alerus debit card with the easy to use CardValet® app. It provides extra security, protection and control over your…
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