Peoples Bank Blog

Discover expert financial tips, banking insights, and local community news on the MyBankPSB blog. As a proud Iowa bank, we’re here to support your savings, loans, and financial goals with advice tailored to our neighbors.

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03/31/26
By: Kami Sickels

Mail Theft Check Fraud: What It Is & How to Protect Yourself

Mail theft check fraud is becoming an increasingly common tactic used by criminals and it can have serious financial consequences if you’re not aware of the risks.   What is mail theft check fraud? This...
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02/19/26
By: Kami Sickels

Bank Impersonation Scams

Bank impersonation scams are on the rise and they’re designed to look and sound legitimate. Scammers pose as your bank through phone calls, text messages, or emails in an attempt to scare you into giving...
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01/09/26
By: Kami Sickels

Beware of “Ghost” Tax Preparers This Tax Season

As tax season approaches, many individuals and families are focused on filing accurately and receiving their refunds as quickly as possible. Unfortunately, this is also the time when tax-related scams become more common. One growing...
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11/03/25
By: Kami Sickels

Protect Yourself from Peer-to-Peer (P2P) Payment Scams 

Peer-to-peer (P2P) payment apps like Venmo, PayPal, Cash App, and Zelle make sending money quick and convenient. Unfortunately, they’ve also become a popular tool for scammers looking to trick people into sending them money.  ...
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08/20/25
By: Kami Sickels

National Report Fraud Day

Spot the Red Flags: Questions That Could Help You Stop a Scam in Its Tracks At Peoples Bank, protecting your money and your peace of mind, is one of our top priorities. Unfortunately, scams are...
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01/20/25
By: Kami Sickels

Use Text Alerts to Avoid Scammers

More than half of Americans know friends and family members who have been victims of scams, according to a new survey by the credit scoring services firm FICO. Fifty-one percent of respondents said they had...
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01/10/25
By: Rebecca Anderson

Five Signs of Personal Loan Scams

Five Signs of Personal Loan Scams Each fall, we recognize International Fraud Awareness week to show consumers how easy it is to become a victim of fraud. Each year the reports of scams increase. In...
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