Like a wolf in sheep's clothing, these SMS messages mimic trusted banks to lure you in. Comments show a mix: some flag spam about surveys offering $1000 wins or student outcomes, while others describe St George Bank promotions for eStatements or account inquiries. One user verified legitimacy with a branch manager, noting the shift from emails to texts, but disconnected calls and unsolicited surveys raise red flags for potential phishing. Overall, evidence points to mostly legitimate bank communications, possibly with scam mimics. Block unknowns, verify via official app or site, and never share details over SMS—report suspicious ones to your carrier for safety.
I was asked to fill out a student outcomes survey, and the sender kept texting me repeatedly.
A text came from that number claiming a social research centre on behalf of the employment department wanted a $1,000 survey. Obviously spam, bro.
After speaking with a St. George branch manager, I was told the practice is legitimate—they're transitioning from email communications to texting.
Got a text about St George bank accounts; the number I dialed was dead. Bummer.
Same message landed in my inbox; I’m holding off reply until I check with a St George manager if it’s legit. Fingers crossed.
By texting YES, you can have your St. George credit card statements moved to e‑Statements; an email will be sent once they're accessible via Internet Banking.