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How to Log Into Online Banking

The process of manually keeping track of account balances and paper statements seems to have fallen by the wayside as

How to Write a Check

In today's evolving digital world, putting pen to paper seems like a chore. After all, everything we need — from paying bills to ordering dinner — can be done with a click of a button using our smart phones. But there may come a time where you'll need to know how to write a check. Don't fret – writing a check is easy and an important skill to learn.

2025 Teaching Our Next Generation Essay Contest & Good Neighbor Award

NexTier Bank would like to thank all the teachers, teacher's aides, and community members for participating in the 2025 Teaching

Wire Fraud Scams & How to Avoid Them

Wire Fraud is more common than you might think. Fraudulent wire transfers happen when scammers use deceptive tactics to manipulate

Voicemail Loan Scams

AI Generated Voicemails Designed to Steal Your Identity. It's been happening more often over the past few months — you

Creating a Monthly Budget Can Help You Save

Creating a monthly budget can seem overwhelming. But knowing why you are creating it can help ease budget anxiety and

Protecting Customers from ATM & Debit Card Fraud

We May Be Calling You To protect your account, we monitor your ATM and debit card transactions for potentially fraudulent

Brushing Scam

A Surprise Package for You ... Know Before You Scan the QR Code Many live by the motto, "It is

Cyber Monday: Don’t Get Scammed through Fraudulent Websites

Next to Black Friday, Cyber Monday is one of the biggest shopping days of the holiday season! Free shipping, deep

Change of Payment Details Fraud

Banks are seeing an increase in fraud attempts across the board. One particular fraud scheme involves fraudsters posing as vendors or employees, stating that their banking account information has changed.

Cash App Scams

Avoid Cash App Scams The best way to keep your funds safe is to know if it's a scam.

Imposter Scams

Is it a Scam? Once It's Gone, It's Gone. Imposter scams often begin with a call, text message, email, or

Business Email Compromise

It's 4 p.m., and just as you are ready to shut down your laptop for the day, you get an

Job Opportunity Scams

The job market is hot despite low unemployment rates, and that means job scams are on the rise! Fraudsters are

Text Message Spoofing

It's not uncommon to receive text messages asking you to verify your identity when logging into an app or account.

Spoofing Caller ID

Spoofing Caller ID has become a common practice for scammers. This way of attempted fraud is when a scammer deliberately falsifies

Elder Financial Exploitation

When it comes to financial theft and scams, older adults make up at least 10 percent of those that fall

Understanding Mail Theft-Related Check Fraud

What is mail theft-related check fraud? Mail theft-related check fraud occurs when fraudsters, likely known as criminals, steal personal checks,

NexTier Doesn’t Do That

Scammers are always finding ways to access your money and personal information. Lately, scammers have been targeting consumers from many

Job Scams

Scammers might promise you a job, lots of money, or work you can do at home. But they make you

How to Report Fraud

Did you know you can help protect yourself and others by reporting fraud to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and to local law enforcement? If you believe you are a victim of fraud, don’t wait. Follow these simple steps to report a scam.

Protecting your Digital Identity

What is a Digital Identity? Your Digital Identity is how you and your information are displayed across the internet.

Five Tactics Scammers Use to Perpetrate Fraud

Five Tactics Scammers Use to Perpetrate Fraud According to Robert Cialdini, author of Influence: The Psychology of Persuasion, scammers weaponize

Cyber Security Basics for Your Business

At NexTier Bank, keeping your financial and personal information is our top priority. Here are a few cybersecurity basics that you can do to prevent a cybersecurity breach from happening to your business.

Fraud Prevention for Businesses

At NexTier, protecting our customer's financial information is our highest priority. The following checklist can help you and your organization become familiar with different business fraud attempts and fraud prevention for businesses.

Hang Up on Gift Card Scams

If someone requests you pay them in gift cards, it's a scam.

Escrow Account FAQs

Home ownership is exciting! Learn more about your new Escrow Account with our Escrow Account Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs).

Checklist for Establishing Your New Escrow Account

Did you buy a new home? Learn what the steps are to establish your new Escrow Account with NexTier Bank.

Cyber Security Tips and Tricks

Learn 10 Cyber Security Tips and Tricks you can take to protect yourself or your organization from cyber security threats.

Prevention is Key Against Check Fraud

Everywhere you look today, financial fraud is making headlines. From cyber-attacks to payment fraud, many business owners and financial professionals

Stay Within Your Budget

Stay Within Your Budget: 5 Shopping Tips Budgeting is an important part of establishing financial stability. Sometimes shopping can quickly

How to Balance a Checkbook

Balancing your checkbook might seem like an unnecessary step given the access to online banking. It can still be a

Don’t Fall Victim: 3 Real Stories of Identity Theft

Don’t Fall Victim: 3 Real Stories of Identity Theft Identity theft is the only crime where the victim must prove

Mortgages Defined: A Look at the Different Options

Mortgages Defined: A Look at the Different Options As your children are playing in the next room over, you hear

Let the Home Shopping Begin: Initial Steps to Acquiring a Mortgage Loan

Initial Steps to Acquiring a Mortgage Loan Purchasing a home outright is a common transaction. There may be an uptick

Establish Positive Money Habits

Establish Positive Money Habits You might have ambitious money goals and reaching them feels impossible. Taking small steps today can

Credit Score: Are you Keeping Score?

Are You Keeping Score? In the name of American tradition, keeping score is a core focus in sports. We grow

Creating a Personal Budget

5 Steps for Creating and Maintaining a Personal Budget Everyone can benefit from budgeting, a proactive approach, to manage your

Long-Term Savings Options Explained

Long-Term Savings Options Explained Saving for the future is important for the longevity of your financial future. Saving for the

Financing Your Small Business

Financing Your Small Business in 4 Easy Steps Starting a small business is enthralling. It’s a chance to focus on

Help Your Business Thrive

How to Help Your Business Thrive in Uncertain Times Running a business is hard. It’s also risky, especially in uncertain

10 Resources to Organize Your Business on a Budget

Budgeting for your business can be overwhelming. Especially since business owners need to make decisions about resources and expenditures regularly.

Marketing Your Small Business on a Budget

5 Tips To Successfully Market Your Business Marketing your business is vital to your ongoing success. However, that may seem

Warnings Signs and Action to Take if You Suspect Elder Abuse

Elder abuse includes physical abuse, sexual abuse, emotional abuse, confinement, passive neglect, willful deprivation, and financial exploitation. One in 10

Step-by-Step Guide If You Suspect Fraud or Identity Theft

Fraudsters do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender, age, education, or income. Older consumers are often more likely to

Romance Scams: Gaining Affection and Committing Fraud

Millions of people turn to online dating apps or social networking sites to meet someone. Sometimes though, instead of finding

How to Keep Your Personal Information Secure

Safeguarding your information online can protect you from identity theft. According to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), identity theft affects

5 Steps to Starting Your Dream Business

Starting your dream business is enthralling. It can also be overwhelming, especially if you’re planning to ditch your day job

Home Equity Loans: The New Fairy Godmother

Spring has come and gone and this is the summer you’ve been waiting for. The scent of flowers in full

How is your Business Financial Well-being?

Each year we visit the doctor to ensure our health is in order, and it gives us peace of mind

The Overwhelming Debt Sensation

The Overwhelming Debt Sensation One of the most difficult things to admit in life is that you, financially, bit off

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