The Role of Community Banks in Economic Development

Community banks like Pillar Bank, play a vital role in economic development and small business lending. As locally owned and operated financial institutions, they understand the unique needs and challenges of the communities they serve and are committed to supporting and investing in the local economy. There are several ways that community banks support economic […]

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Cybersecurity Awareness: Nine Ways to Protect Yourself and Your Devices

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Cybersecurity is so important to understand, especially in the world we are living in today. Your personal and confidential information is just like your money – valuable! Here are a few ways to help protect yourself and your devices from fraud. Know the Red Flags If anyone contacts you and insists on payment by wire […]

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How to Recognize Skimming at Gas Pumps and ATMs

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How to Recognize Skimming at Gas Pumps and ATMs Have you ever been a victim of credit card skimming? Skimming happens more often than people think, so we want you to be aware of what it can look like so it doesn’t happen to you. Card skimming can affect anyone who uses a credit or […]

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Five Benefits of Direct Deposit

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According to one survey, almost 94% of employees in the U.S. receive their paychecks via direct deposit, the transfer of a payment or check directly into a recipient’s account. Also known as an automatic clearing house transaction (ACH), direct deposit offers many advantages, including faster access to cash, increased security, and less time spent visiting […]

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