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Picture the cheery jingle of that bell hanging off the door of your favorite local craft shop, the grumpy chihuahua in the window of the tailor down the street, and the name of the hostess who knows your favorite table at your go-to restaurant. These small businesses don’t just strengthen our local community, they’re often ...

Artificial intelligence has only made fraud smarter. According to the FTC, younger people are losing more money to fraud than older people. 44% of 20-29 year olds lost money to fraud in 2024, compared with 24% of 70-79 year olds. With criminals exploiting AI to carry out their scams, fraud attempts are happening more often ...

In today's digital age, businesses face a myriad of security challenges, and check fraud has increased dramatically. In 2024, the numbers of organizations reporting attempted or actual payments fraud rose to 80%, up from 65% in 2022, according to the 2024 AFP Payments Fraud and Control Survey Report. Checks continued to be the most problematic ...

It’s easy to let ourselves get discouraged scrolling through posts of friends in exotic locations and buying new homes. But don’t get caught in the comparison trap when it comes to your spending and saving habits. Here are a few tips to help you keep on the right financial path. Don't live in the land ...