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Unemployment Fraud: How To Avoid It And What To Do If You’re A Victim

  Unemployment fraud occurs when someone uses your personal information to file a claim for unemployment benefits. This is a type of identity theft that can have a major financial impact on victims. Unemployment fraud is a problem in all states, but it has been especially prevalent in Massachusetts in recent years. If you are a victim of unemployment fraud, […]

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NBSB Recommends 5 Helpful Hints to Spot a Lottery Scam

A top priority of North Brookfield Savings Bank is to provide quality protection and customer service. Instances where individuals have fallen victim to lottery scams perpetuated through faulty checks or award letters are increasing, and the Bank is taking this opportunity to alert the public in the event they should find themselves in this unfortunate situation. In 2014, according to […]

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NBSB Gives tips for Staying Safe while shopping online

‘Tis the season for holiday shopping, and amid COVID-19, shopping online has become second nature to many of us. However, this is the time to keep your eyes open and use extreme caution when purchasing those holiday gifts or even groceries online. Although it is always possible to have your information compromised online, the risk is much greater with the […]

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World Elder Abuse Awareness Day: The Financial Side

Every year, millions of seniors fall victim to financial fraud. Studies show elder financial abuse costs seniors approximately $2.9 billion (about $9 per person in the US) each year. North Brookfield Savings Bank is advising older customers and their trusted caregivers to safeguard all personal information and stay alert to the common signs of financial abuse. COVID-19 has added a […]

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NBSB’s Guide to Strong Passwords & Account Security

  Secure accounts are something we all need now nowadays. For anything from Online Banking and credit card accounts, to college classes or our doctor’s online portal. You can never be too safe as far your personal information goes. In this fast paced, data-based world we live in, it’s easy to fall victim of a scam, or simply have your […]

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North Brookfield Savings Bank’s Helpful Guide to Cyber Security

The ever increasing importance of cyber security is an issue that effects everyone who utilizes technology today. As such, North Brookfield Savings Bank is proud to support our communities by continuing to provide access to the latest resources, information, and tools. As a staunch proponent of online safety and security, North Brookfield Savings Bank has compiled the below resources, in […]

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North Brookfield Savings Bank Warns About Spike in Text Message Scams

Scammers stop at nothing to try to get your personal information, including sending you text messages. Text’s from unknown numbers can be a common occurrence and sometimes they are sent with malicious intent. North Brookfield Savings Bank has gathered the details on text message scams to share how to stay safe, and how to properly report any messages you think […]

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North Brookfield Savings Bank Shares Types of Scams and their Red Flags

Scams. It is not a topic that most people want to talk about, think about, or believe affects them. They often think it won’t happen to them and that they are not going to be tricked. However, scams happen every day to unsuspecting and smart people that come from of all walks of life and it is certainly not something […]

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