Tell-A-Friend about checking accounts at Gate City Bank. When your friend opens a checking account, you’ll both receive a FREE gift! Learn More
Tell-A-Friend about checking accounts at Gate City Bank. When your friend opens a checking account, you’ll both receive a FREE gift! Learn More
November 2, 2020
We want to help you get started toward your goals, so we’ve put together a list of ways that can help you meet, and possibly exceed, your financial dreams.
October 9, 2020
More of your home devices are now connected to the internet, including thermostats, door locks, and coffee machines. This enables us to control our devices on our smartphones, no matter our location, saving us time while providing convenience and safety. These technological advances are innovative and intriguing; however, they also pose a new set of security risks. #BeCyberSmart to connect with confidence and protect your digital home.
October 9, 2020
Now more than ever, consumers spend increasing amounts of time on the Internet. With every social media account you sign up for, every picture you post, and status you update, you are sharing information about yourself with the world. How can you be proactive and “Do Your Part. #BeCyberSmart”? Take these simple steps to connect with confidence and safely navigate the social media world.
October 9, 2020
The Internet touches almost all aspects of our daily lives. We are able to shop, bank, connect with family and friends, and handle our medical records all online. These activities require you to provide personally identifiable information (PII) such as your name, date of birth, account numbers, passwords, and location information. #BeCyberSmart when sharing personal information online to reduce the risk of becoming a victim of a cybercrime.
October 9, 2020
Working remotely has many people looking for entertainment on social media and on other apps. Have you seen some of the quizzes? What’s your mother’s maiden name? What’s the street you grew up on? How about the name of your childhood best friend or your first pet? Those quizzes are just one of the ways strangers get your information online.
October 10, 2019
Phishing is when you get emails, texts, or calls that seem to be from companies or people you know. But they're actually from scammers. They want you to click on a link or give personal information (like a password) so that they can steal your money or identity, and maybe get access to your computer. The fraudsters often pressure victims to act quickly by saying something bad will happen if they do not comply.
October 3, 2019
How soon is too soon to talk to your kids or grandkids about money? If they are old enough to ask for a toy or a bike, they are old enough to start learning financial lessons that will last a lifetime.
October 3, 2019
When choosing a username and password, keep these best practices in mind to protect your identity.
September 17, 2019
We all know the importance of a credit score and want to provide tips on how to improve your credit score.
September 17, 2019
Five questions first-time buyers should consider before purchasing a home. We encourage consumers to consider these questions before beginning your housing quest.