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Fraud Alerts

Your financial security is our priority.

Unfortunately, crimes of fraud continue to rise. Communication is often the key in preventing and minimizing fraud.

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Beware of the latest scams.

Scams continue to evolve, so staying informed is crucial to protecting yourself and your loved ones.  Be on the lookout for the following red flags:
  • Beware of urgency and scare tactics. Fraudsters may pressure you to react quickly to their requests or even threaten legal actions.
  • Be aware of any text messages emails or phone calls that seem unusually urgent.
  • If the message is related to Premier Bank call our direct number 563-588-1000 to confirm. Do you use any phone numbers provided in the messages.
  • Premier Bank, other financial institutions, or government agencies will never request payment in the form of gift cards. 
DID YOU KNOW? 
We ask you questions about your large cash withdraw to help you protect your money. We know that fraudsters tell victims to lie to their bank about where the funds are going. Don’t let fraudsters tell you to lie to your financial institution. 

 

THE FOLLOWING ARE TRENDING SCAMS



Don't Let Cybercriminals Swipe Your Savings

Lock down your financial accounts today. 
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Online Shopping and its risks

Online shopping, particularly through social media ads, carries increased risk for consumers to fall victim to fraud and cyber scams.
Learn how to protect yourself while online shopping >

Recent Local Fraud Threats

We are sharing three trending fraud risks that are resulting in significant financial losses for businesses both locally and nationally. We want to increase your awareness and ensure your business doesn’t fall victim to these effective scams and suffer financial loss.
Read more about Recent Fraud Threats >


Fake Bank Phishing Text Scams

Stay Alert: Recognizing and Avoiding Fake Bank Phishing Text Messages is more important than ever as these scams become more sophisticated.
Learn how to recognize and protect yourself from fake texts.

Tax season is here. Be aware of current scams.

The IRS warns thousands of people have lost millions of dollars and their personal information to tax scams. 
Read more about Tax Scams >


ACH and Wire Fraud

Businesses are increasingly falling victim to ACH or Wire Fraud and experiencing significant monetary losses.
Read more about ACH and Wire Fraud>


Guard Your Heart (and Wallet) Against Romance Scams

Romance scams are a cruel form of deception where criminals exploit the desire for love and connection while gaining the affection and trust of the victim. They craft online personas, often using stolen pictures and profiles, to build a facade of affection.
Read more about how to avoid these types of scams >


Peer to Peer (P2P) Payment Scams

Although P2P payment services can be easy to set up, simple to use, and are generally secure, it’s important to be aware that criminals may try to scam you into sending money. Learn more about P2P Payment Scams>

10 Cybersecurity tips for Businesses

High speed internet and improved technology resources are powerful tools for all small businesses in reaching new markets and increasing productivity and efficiency. However, businesses need a cybersecurity strategy to protect their own business, their customers, and their data from growing cybersecurity threats.
Read more about Cybersecurity tips for businesses >


Tech Caller Scams

You get a call from someone who says he’s a computer technician. He might say he’s from a well-known company like Microsoft, or maybe your internet service provider. He tells you there are viruses or other malware on your computer.
Read more about Tech Caller Scams >

Virtual Kidnapping Scam

Law enforcement agencies have been aware of virtual kidnapping fraud for at least two decades, but recently this frightening scam has evolved and local residents have been reported victims. 
Read more about Virtual Kidnapping Scams >

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