How Supporting Small Businesses Helps Local Economies Apr 24th, 2025 by: Regan Godderz Business Banking & LendingCommunity EngagementPersonal Finance Tips Picture the cheery jingle of that bell hanging off the door of your favorite local craft shop, the grumpy chihuahua in the window of the tailor down the street, and the name of the hostess who knows your favorite table at your go-to restaurant. These small businesses don’t just strengthen our local community, they’re often ... 3 min read Read More
Stay Ahead of AI Fraud: Spotting and Preventing Scams Apr 22nd, 2025 by: Regan Godderz Fraud & Security Artificial intelligence has only made fraud smarter. According to the FTC, younger people are losing more money to fraud than older people. 44% of 20-29 year olds lost money to fraud in 2024, compared with 24% of 70-79 year olds. With criminals exploiting AI to carry out their scams, fraud attempts are happening more often ... 5 min read Read More
NBH Bank Honored by B:Side Capital as the recipient of the 2024 Top 7(a) Lender Award Apr 22nd, 2025 by: Kitty Tankard Community EngagementNews & Updates NBH Bank is the recipient of B:Side Capitals 2024 Top 7(a) Lender Award in Colorado, Utah, and New Mexico. Doing business as Community Banks of Colorado in Colorado and Hillcrest Bank in Utah and New Mexico, this award recognizes an unwavering commitment and partnership in Small Business Administration (SBA) lending. B:Side Capital, is a nonprofit ... 3 min read Read More
Understanding and Combatting Check Fraud Apr 21st, 2025 by: Regan Godderz Business Banking & Lending In today's digital age, businesses face a myriad of security challenges, and check fraud has increased dramatically. In 2024, the numbers of organizations reporting attempted or actual payments fraud rose to 80%, up from 65% in 2022, according to the 2024 AFP Payments Fraud and Control Survey Report. Checks continued to be the most problematic ... 3 min read Read More
Economic Outlook Survey 2025 Apr 15th, 2025 by: Anna Beam, Vice President | Associate Marketing Director Community EngagementNews & Updates Thank you for your interest in Community Banks of Colorado Economic Outlook Survey 2025. Please check your email inbox to download the report. As Colorado businesses chart their course for 2025, the biggest takeaway from the discussion was clear: Those who stay agile and proactive will be best positioned for success. Community Banks of Colorado ... 2 min read Read More
