How to Avoid COVID-19 Employment Scams
According to a Flexjob survey, more than 80 percent of employment seekers are “on guard or very concerned about scams on other job boards” – and with good reason. Since the COVID-19 outbreak, the Better Business Bureau (BBB) has reported over 13,000 fake listings. With more people looking for work, whether temporary or long-term, scammers…
Prevent Business Check Fraud with Positive Pay
Forged and counterfeit checks are a huge vulnerability for businesses. Think of every expense a business has. Between payroll, vendor relationships and the supplies necessary to do business, there can be many expenses to count. Yet, it’s very important for every transaction to be accounted for, or the business can become susceptible to check fraud….
Risk Assessment & Security for Online Business Banking
What do you know about the strength of security behind your online accounts? Beyond creating a strong username and password, you have likely left account safety in the hands of your bank. Luckily, with professional guidance from the Federal Financial Institutions Examination Council (FFIEC), banks are continually strengthening online security measures. Online Banking Security Factors…
What You Need to Know About Business Credit Scores
Does your small business have a credit score? If you’re unsure, how can you find out? If you’ve ever started a line of credit for your company – even if it was just a small business card – you’ve already been building credit and thus have a score. Much like your personal accounts, your business…
Types of Small Business Loans
Several factors will determine the best loan strategy for your company. When working with an Ion Bank commercial loan officer, you may be asked about: The amount of money needed What you need it for How soon you need it How quickly you’ll be able to pay the loan back How long you’ve been in…