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Has Elderly Financial Exploitation Taken Place?

October 1, 2024

Has financial elder abuse taken place? Elderly financial exploitation (EFE) occurs when someone in a position of trust knowingly influences, deceives, coerces, frauds, or extorts ...

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Barry Cropp and Al Petersen Recognized by Iowa Bankers Association for 50 Years of Service

September 23, 2024

On September 16, 2024, the Iowa Bankers Association honored Barry Cropp and Al Petersen for their remarkable 50-year careers in banking. Barry currently serves as ...

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Small Business Cyber Safety

September 3, 2024

When small businesses fall victim to a cybersecurity attack, the fallout can be devastating. While some small business owners may argue that cyber criminals have ...

Beneficial Ownership Information Reporting Reminder

August 12, 2024

The following is a press release issued by the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) on July 26, 2024, regarding the new reporting requirements for many ...

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Account Takeover Fraud

August 1, 2024

According to SEON’s Global Statistics in Account Takeover Fraud for 2023, 22% of US adults have fallen victim to account takeover fraud. As the population’s ...

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How to Redefine Retirement in Your 50s

July 1, 2024

Age 50 is a major milestone. Not only does it mean you’ve lived for half a century, but it also comes with some key advantages ...