Fraud & Security Center

Criminals work hard to steal your personal information and your hard-earned money. To help safeguard your finances from scams and other attacks, we’ve compiled an…

Back-to-school shopping season is underway, which means scammers are likely back in session too. Let’s take a moment to explore back-to-school scams and what you…

Fraud Alert! MONTANA IMPOSTER SCAMS Imposter scams are once again on the rise across Montana, and some Clearwater members have been affected. What’s Happening Fraudsters…

Protect Your Online World from Scammers Cybersecurity experts frequently warn us that online accounts are vulnerable to hackers. While this is true, the online world…

Avoid Credit Card Repair Scams We all want to improve our credit scores. Making on-time payments and monitoring your credit report for fraudulent accounts and…

Skip the Ad Scams   Phishing ad scams use popular search engines to deliver fake advertisements that appear legitimate to steal your personal information and hard-earned…

Watch Out for These First-time Homebuyer Scams Buying your first home is an exciting adventure. However, criminals can take all the joy out of that…

Solar panels are a great way to save money. According to the Solar Energy Industries Institute, the average U.S. homeowner could save between $800 to…

While you might think it’s just seniors falling for savings scams, young adults are also targeted. In a recent study by Social Catfish, the number…

Your credit score and overall report are a big deal. Your score can impact your auto insurance rates, rental and loan applications, as well as…

Student loans can be a daunting experience for many, whether it’s borrowing money for college or paying it back after graduation. Unfortunately, many criminals and…

The phone rings and you pick up. The person on the other end claims that you owe them or the company they work for money.…

It’s that time of year. Everywhere you go, charitable organizations will be seeking donations to help those in need. Those solicitations work. Last year, Americans…

Criminals love the holiday season. The distracting lights, shoppers, sales, and package deliveries are the perfect distraction for fraudsters to deck the halls with your…

Criminals are always looking for ways to make a quick buck. In 2022, countless hard-working Americans were swindled out of nearly $4 billion by financial…

Big energy bills can catch anyone off guard. It’s no wonder families throughout Montana are interested in energy efficiency upgrades and ways to save money…

There are plenty of good reasons to improve your home’s energy efficiency, including a boost to your monthly budget. With a few tips and some…

It’s probably no surprise that kids love smartphones. Who doesn’t? But while 85% of American adults own a smartphone, a full 95% of our kids…

According to the Federal Trade Commission, imposter scams are the most reported type of scam in the United States. An imposter scam is when someone…

Car-buying scams have been around since the invention of the automobile. Today, with the option to buy online or from someone thousands of miles away,…

Welcome to National Homeownership Month! While finding and financing the perfect home becomes a reality for millions of Americans every year, too many become victims…

Five Home Improvement Scams You Can Avoid    The weather is warming up, and so is the home improvement season. Whatever remodeling project you may…

Avoiding Credit Scams A strong credit profile is an essential part of your overall financial health. Paying your bills on time and using credit responsibly…

Learn how to protect your financial future during International Fraud Awareness Week. Financial fraud has surged in 2021 – proving that scammers are more motivated…