Business owners learn how to avoid check scams
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Business owners learn how to avoid check scams
First State Bank hosted a class on spotting scams and how to properly handle them. The need came about after an uptick in people passing bad checks at local businesses. The most obvious signs are missing or altered check numbers, smudged ink or inconsistencies in bank details.
First State Bank hosted a class focused on spotting scams and how to properly handle them.
Organizers told WDAM 7 the need came about after an uptick in people passing bad checks at local businesses.
They said some of the most obvious signs are missing or altered check numbers, smudged ink or inconsistencies in bank details.
“Paying close attention to things that are clear in your account,” said Britany Mosely with First State Bank. “Maybe not looking at things that are on an online banking screen, but looking at the actual check to make sure the payee is the person it’s actually issued to.
“Then, notify your bank immediately if you see anything that doesn’t match.”
Any business owners experiencing issues with bad checks should contact the police, the Federal Trade Commission or the United States Postal Service if the check was received by mail.
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