Bank News
Sarah Grooms Makes a Guest Appearance on “In Business with Jody and Joan” Radio Program
Sarah E. Grooms, CTP, Vice President and Director of Treasury Management for Town Bank, was a recent guest on the “In Business with Jody and Joan” radio program, discussing fraud and how a company can protect itself in this tough economy. Highlights from the January 24th airing included common schemes, new fraud tactics, how to craft internal policies that prevent problems and bank tools to fight external fraudsters from online and check fraud tactics. Read more.
Congratulations to the 2nd Where's Phillip iPad Contest Winner!
Congratulations to the winner of our second iPad drawing: Maralee R! The next winner will be announced at the end of December, so keep turning in your raffle forms. Read more.
Notice Of Changes In Temporary FDIC Insurance Coverage For Transaction Accounts
Beginning December 31, 2010 Through December 31, 2012, deposits held in non interest-bearing transaction accounts will be fully insured, regardless of the amount in the account, at all FDIC-insured institutions. Read more.
Bank News
Introducing improved ATM network access.
To better serve our customers, we have expanded our surcharge-free ATM network participation to include the NYCE network with SUM and MoneyPass. (Statewide “ATM ACCESS” terminals will also continue to be available.) This will allow you to access even more surcharge-free ATMs in locations more convenient to you. To find a SUM or MoneyPass ATM near you, click here or go directly to www.sum-atm.com or www.moneypass.com.
FDIC permanently extends insurance limits.
The FDIC has permanently increased its basic insurance coverage to $250,000 per depositor. Read more.
An important reminder for our customers.
In light of recent possible phishing activity, please be mindful of the security of your personal information. Specifically, be aware that the bank will NEVER ask for sensitive information via e-mail, text or web. Do not give information out to someone over the phone or via e-mail. If you have any doubts or are unsure about any type of communication you have received from us, call us or come into the bank. For more information on phishing and other types of fraud, visit our Online Security Center here.
Town Bank debuts "My Bank Idea" service.
Notice anything new on the right side of the screen? That's our "My Bank Idea" tab - a great new way to stay in touch with Town Bank. Have something to tell us? We would love to hear from you! Click on the tab to start sharing your ideas.
Avoid debit card fraud.
Follow these three simple steps to protect your account:
1. Never, ever give out your PIN. (Not even to us. We will never ask for it.)
2. Don’t respond to text messages, phone calls, or e-mails requesting account numbers, PINs, passwords, card numbers, or 3-digit security codes.
3. If you are ever contacted and not sure, call us!
Learn more about how to protect your identity and personal information here.
