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Your security is our top priority. We take the responsibility of protecting your information and money to heart and are dedicated to acting as your advisor and partner in your fight against fraud. We utilize a variety of security tools to ensure your information is safe from fraudsters, whether banking online or on the go.
Learn about what you can do to further strengthen your defenses, such as how to create strong passwords, understand how phishing scams work so you can see one coming and more.
Fraud Protection Articles

Article | 5 min
Bad actors have more than one tactic to get your attention on social media – they may also try to get their victims to join in on bank fraud schemes.

Article | 5 min
Social media has become an integral part of our lives, connecting us with our friends, family, and community.

Article | 5 min
Have you ever received a call from someone pretending to be from a business, bank, or government agency, but it turned out to be a SCAM?

Article | 3 min
Summer travel is around the corner – here are some tips from First Bank & Trust, a division of HTLF Bank to keep your accounts safe so you can enjoy the sun and focus on family fun.<

Article | 3 min
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) recently released a report of the top reported consumer frauds of 2022.

Article | 5 min
How Do Tax Scams Work?
Con artists make unsolicited calls claiming to be IRS officials, demanding the victim pay a bogus tax bill.