American Federal News
Protect Yourself from Fraud: Some Practical Tips
Fraud continues to evolve, but the core tactics criminals use—deception, urgency, and trust—remain the same. The good news is that a few consistent habits can significantly reduce your risk. Below
Two Join American Federal Board
American Federal Bank recently announced the appointment of Michelle Killoran and Corey Bergstrom to its Board of Directors, bringing additional leadership experience, business expertise, and community perspective to the bank’s
FBI Warns of Account Takeover Fraud via Financial Institution Impersonation
The FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) has issued a warning about a surge in Account Takeover (ATO) fraud schemes, where cybercriminals impersonate financial institutions to steal money or sensitive
“A Close Call with Fraud” – A First-hand Account
The American Bankers Association recently published the article “A Close Call with Fraud” by Kelsey Havemann (ABA Banking Journal, September 8, 2025). Haverman works in financial education for the ABA,
Are Your Finances Prepared for a Disaster?
The FDIC recently highlighted a crucial but often neglected aspect of disaster readiness – financial preparedness. When thinking about and preparing for disasters many people focus on the essentials like