Sawyer Savings Bank is excited to welcome the addition of Charles Morris as residential Loan Originator. With over 15 years of mortgage lending knowledge and deep roots in the Hudson Valley, Charles has a strong understanding of the local market. His expertise allows him to guide borrowers through every step of the mortgage process while […]
Sawyer Savings Bank announced today that Thomas Scott has joined the Bank as Assistant Vice President, Director of Customer Experience. The newly created position underscores the Bank’s commitment to elevating the customer experience and positioning the bank for long-term growth and success. “Mr. Scott will be responsible for streamlining and managing sales growth across multiple […]
Sawyer Savings Bank is pleased to announce the promotion of Nicole Lowrey to Assistant Vice President, Director of Bank Operations. In this new role, Mrs. Lowrey will bring her experience in Finance, Lending and Deposit Operations to support the bank’s continued growth and success throughout all of Sawyer’s Delivery Channels. With over 12 years of […]
Stop Social Engineering Scams! How To Safeguard Your Personal Information Online With modern technology, we are more interconnected than ever before. While this offers immense opportunities for nearly instantaneous communication all over the world, it can also leave us open to social engineering scams. These scams come in a variety of shapes and sizes, but […]
Fraud Prevention Toolkit: Understanding Credit Freezes In this digital era, identity theft has become a prevalent and insidious threat. It preys on the personal information in your credit report and creates significant financial and emotional risks to everyone, regardless of income. Stealthy threats like identity theft have made personal credit monitoring crucially important to the […]
A Guide to Check Fraud Prevention When was the last time you looked closely at a check? Think for a moment about all the information it contains: your full name, your address, your routing number, your bank account number, and your signature. Now, imagine all that information falling into the hands of a thief. This […]
Understanding Today’s MFA Security Methods In today’s digital age, online security is more important than ever. Cyberattacks and data breaches are increasingly common, making Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) a crucial shield against unauthorized access. But what exactly is MFA, and how does it enhance online security? The Importance of Multi-Factor Authentication With the rise of cyber-attacks […]
When was the last time you thought about how many accounts you have online? Between digital banking, online shopping, and your various social media accounts, it’s probably a lot. Have you ever thought about what would happen if someone gained access to your accounts? Online account takeovers are one of the fastest-growing threats in the […]
Staying vigilant and informed is the best way to protect yourself. Scammers continue to exploit commonly used communication channels to target victims. They pose as trusted entities, individuals, or businesses to deceive unsuspecting victims. These fraudsters impersonate government officials, pose as family members in danger, and even pretend to be bank or credit union employees. […]
Sawyer Savings Bank is pleased to announce that Katelyn Cady has joined the Bank as Branch Manager at the Saugerties Branch location. Katelyn brings over 10 years of experience in the field of retail banking and deposit operations to her new position. As Branch Manager, Ms. Cady is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the […]