June 28 is National Insurance Awareness Day, making it the perfect time to review your coverage and ensure you’re financially protected from life’s unexpected moments. But with so many options, which types of insurance do you really need? Is there coverage you should have for your beyond your own personal health insurance?
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The first week of March is National Consumer Protection Week, a time dedicated to raising awareness about your rights as a consumer and how you can protect yourself whether you’re shopping online, navigating contracts, or simply making everyday financial decisions.
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Identity theft, as well as other types of fraud, are far too common. In fact, more than 230,000 reports of identity theft were received by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) in the fourth quarter of 2023 alone. But as with any type of fraud, you can protect yourself by understanding hacker’s methods and the ways in which you can protect yourself and your personal data.
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Data security impacts all of us, and as Data Privacy Week approaches at the end of the month, we want you to feel confident that you can safeguard your personal and financial information in this digital age. Whether you’re banking online, shopping, using social media, or even going about your business offline, the risks of having your personal or financial data compromised are there.
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Accepting credit cards can help your business grow. While card payments offer convenience and efficiency, businesses must remain vigilant and proactive to ensure that every transaction is secure and legitimate.
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Social media platforms have become a popular and convenient way to discover new brands and products. However, an increasing number of scammers are using these platforms to create fake companies and push nonexistent merchandise to consumers.
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When you join a credit union, you join a community. As a member of that community, you get a say as a shared owner of the credit union as well as a host of other benefits, like financial education, events, and discounts!
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Do you know the warning signs of online fraud? With National Cybersecurity Awareness Month just around the corner, now is the perfect time to sharpen your scam-spotting skills. In this blog, we'll help you learn how to identify and avoid these schemes so you can protect your personal and financial information.
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Summer means vacations—at home or abroad—but managing your finances while traveling can sometimes be challenging. Luckily, a variety of tools and services are available to help you keep track of your finances so you can enjoy a worry-free getaway. We’ll show you how to manage your money, save time, and protect your accounts while you’re away from home.
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Do people still carry cash? The answer is a resounding YES. While most transactions can be handled with your digital wallet, credit card, or debit card, cash is still useful, especially in an emergency, when digital or card payment options might not be available. As with most things in life, it’s smart to be prepared. Let’s look at how much cash you should have on hand and how to keep it safe.
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