8 Strategies to Stop Financial Losses

Tuesday, May 20, 2025

Last Tuesday, a manufacturing company lost $157,000 to a fake invoice —

and by the time the CFO spotted the fraud two days later, it was too late to recover the funds. This wasn’t a fluke. It was a targeted attack, and it could happen to any business. Fraud threats aren’t abstract risks; they’re real, relentless, and evolving daily.

But while scammers constantly shift tactics, your defense doesn’t have to be complicated. In this guide, we’ll walk you through eight fraud controls that actually work — helping you spot vulnerabilities before criminals do, seal critical gaps, and protect your money without slowing down your operations. You’ll also learn how to detect suspicious activity within hours, not weeks.

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Report Fraud

If you find any suspicious activity with your Mechanics Bank accounts or suspect fraud, please report it immediately to us first by calling toll free: 800.797.6324. Next, take the proper steps to report with the three major credit reporting agencies and your local law enforcement.