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Webinar Recap: Financially Smart Mosque Expansion

Webinar Recap: Financially Smart Mosque Expansion

Posted by: Stearns Bank on Nov 10, 2026

Discover why Stearns Bank says no to overdraft fees. While banks rake profit from punitive fees, learn how Stearns prioritizes your financial well-being.

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The Overdraft Fee Trap: Why Stearns Said No

The Overdraft Fee Trap: Why Stearns Said No

Posted by: Stearns Bank on Sep 29, 2026

Discover why Stearns Bank says no to overdraft fees. While banks rake profit from punitive fees, learn how Stearns prioritizes your financial well-being.

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Frankenstein to False Positives: How Stearns Bank is Combatting Small Business Fraud in the Age of AI

Frankenstein to False Positives: How Stearns Bank is Combatting Small Business Fraud in the Age of AI

Posted by: Stearns Bank on Sep 22, 2026

Discover how Stearns Bank combines AI tools and human expertise to combat "Frankenstein fraud" and protect small business lending from AI-enabled scams.

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Five Behaviors of Successful Business Owners

Five Behaviors of Successful Business Owners

Posted by: Stearns Bank on Nov 28, 2023

What makes small business owners successful? Read this blog to find out the 5 behaviors that boost entrepreneurial potential.

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A Conversation With Jen Rakotz - A Monitor 2022 Top 50 Women in Equipment Finance

A Conversation With Jen Rakotz - A Monitor 2022 Top 50 Women in Equipment Finance

Posted by: Stearns Bank on Jul 25, 2023

Jen Rakotz, a leader in equipment financing, reveals how she helps businesses grow with Stearns Bank and how technology is changing the industry.

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3 Essential Strategies To Strengthen Phishing Defenses

3 Essential Strategies To Strengthen Phishing Defenses

Posted by: Stearns Bank on Oct 27, 2021

Learn how to avoid phishing scams, one of the most common and dangerous cyber threats, with these 3 essential strategies.

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Finding Payment Systems To Help Your Customers Pay Your Business

Finding Payment Systems To Help Your Customers Pay Your Business

Posted by: Stearns Bank on Oct 14, 2021

We look at how to set up a digital customer payment system that will benefit your business and please your customers.

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Staying Ahead Of Small Business COVID-19 Scams

Staying Ahead Of Small Business COVID-19 Scams

Posted by: Stearns Bank on Sep 30, 2021

Phishing email attempts using government-backed loan programs are more prevalent than ever during the pandemic. But there are more scams to be aware of.

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Tips for Safe Financial Travels This Summer

Tips for Safe Financial Travels This Summer

Posted by: Stearns Bank on Jul 01, 2021

Stearns Bank offers tips to safe from fraud and scams while traveling this summer.

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Be On The Lookout For Elder Financial Abuse Scams

Be On The Lookout For Elder Financial Abuse Scams

Posted by: Stearns Bank on Jun 15, 2021

Stearns Bank wants to help raise awareness about the costs/effects of elder abuse scams. About 20 percent of older Americans fall prey to financial abuse.

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