Fraud Prevention Blogs - The First National Bank in Sioux Falls

Travel Checklist: Keep your money safe while you're away

Before you board that plane, hit the beach, or check in to your hotel, it’s important to make sure you keep your money safe while you’re away.

Business owners can take away valuable lessons from recent fraud attempt

Our Operations team recently shut down a fraud attempt in the amount of more than $221,000 — a scheme hinging on a small business’s check that had been intercepted by the fraudsters.

5 tips to keep your shopping merry and safe this holiday season

Between spending quality time with loved ones and taking part in the many festivities of the season, the holidays are already such a busy time — so the last thing you’d want is having to deal with fraud or identity

Can you spot a phishing scam?

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 and mobile banking, the problem is only growing worse.

4 common types of business fraud to watch out for — and how to prevent them

Business owners face a myriad of challenges when it comes to running a successful enterprise. One of the most rapidly increasing challenges relates to that forbidden f-word: fraud.

5 ways to prevent fraud

Following the news of recent bank failures, fraudsters and scammers have been up to their usual tricks. Times of uncertainty often create a breeding ground of opportunity for criminals who are trying to steal your personal information or money.

Don't let scammers scare you this spooky season

Scammers like to hide under masks or wear disguises — like dressing up as your bank — to scare you into giving them secure personal or financial information.

Instant issue is here

Great news: you can now come into any of our branches and walk out with a debit card on the same day!

Securing your financial information

It seems like there’s always a new data breach or hacking technique of some kind in the news.

Mortgage Scams

The housing market has been the topic of discussion for the last year. Interest rates are low, emotions are high, and scammers are taking advantage. This time they’re sending letters like the one below.