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How to Report Fraud and Keep Your Accounts Safe

Fraud can happen to anyone. The good news is that acting quickly can help limit potential damage and protect your financial accounts. If you suspect you've been targeted by a scam, notice unauthorized account activity, or believe your debit card or online banking credentials have been compromised, it's important to report it immediately.

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The Psychology of Scams: How Fraudsters Pressure People Into Making Mistakes

Most scams do not succeed because criminals have superior technology. They succeed because scammers know how to manipulate human emotions and create pressure that makes people act before they think. 
Whether the scam arrives by email, text message, phone call, or social media, fraudsters often rely on the same tactics to convince victims to share personal information, send money, or click malicious links. Understanding these pressure techniques can help you recognize a scam before it causes harm. 

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Scam Awareness: Five Common Scams Everyone Should Know

Scammers are constantly changing their tactics to take advantage of current events, popular shopping trends, and people's generosity. While the methods may vary, the goal is often the same: to convince victims to send money, provide personal information, or click on malicious links.

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Stop Phishing Scams: Can You Spot the Red Flags?

Every day, cybercriminals send millions of phishing emails, text messages, and fake websites designed to steal personal information, passwords, and money. While phishing scams have become more sophisticated, the good news is that many still contain warning signs that can help you avoid becoming a victim. 

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Harbor Connect Is Getting an Upgrade: A Better Digital Banking Experience Is Coming Soon

We're excited to share that Harbor Connect, The Harbor Bank of Maryland's online banking platform for personal accounts, will soon be upgraded to an enhanced digital banking experience designed to provide greater convenience, improved navigation, and a more modern look and feel on July 8, 2026.

The upgraded platform will continue to give you secure access to your accounts while introducing a refreshed interface that works seamlessly across desktops, laptops, tablets, and mobile browsers. Your existing mobile banking app will remain available, and a mobile app enhancement is planned for late Summer 2026.

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The Harbor Bank of Maryland Earns 2026 Great Place To Work Certification™

The Harbor Bank of Maryland is proud to be Certified™ by Great Place To Work® for the 1st year. The prestigious award is based entirely on what current employees say about their experience working at Harbor Bank. This year, 73% of employees said it’s a great place to work – 15 points higher than the average U.S. company. 

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George Clinton Joins Harbor Bank for Downtown Silver Spring Branch Opening and Art Exhibition

The Harbor Bank of Maryland held an exclusive celebration and discussion with funk legend and Afrofuturist pioneer George Clinton at the bank’s new branch...

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HBM + Habitat for Humanity

The Harbor Bank of Maryland partnered with The Habitat for Humanity on Allium Place to bring affordable housing to Montgomery County. 

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The Madison 801 brings elevated cafe dining to East Baltimore

The Madison 801 is not just a new dining option for Baltimoreans. It’s also a product of Black collaboration, from development to financing and construction. The building is a project of the Harbor Bank of Maryland’s Community Development Corp. (CDC) and Okoro Development. 

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Meet Germano Gomez, Managing Director of The Harbor Bank of Maryland Community Development Corporation

What is your role at The Harbor Bank of Maryland Community Development Corporation (“CDC”)?

I am the Managing Director of The Harbor Bank of Maryland Community Development Corporation (“CDC”). And what that means is that I oversee the strategy and operations for the CDC; specifically, I support the real estate development platform.

Although I’ve been at the CDC for 6 years, it feels like a lifetime, because really, all of my career and experience has culminated into this position...

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