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Posts about Security (4)

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Scams to Be Aware of for Holiday 2020

By: Holly Love 12.03.20 3 minute read Security

‘Tis the season to be careful. Amidst the holiday deals, package deliveries, and charity donations, danger lurks. No one wants to ruin their holiday cheer with a headache and a disputed credit card charge, but a little caution goes a long way. Due to current world circumstances, many are choosing to do the bulk of their shopping online this year. While avoiding the crowd can keep you safe in one way, you still need to protect yourself on the web. Here are some common scams you can expect to see this holiday:

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What Happens to an Account when a Loved One Passes?

By: American Heritage 11.05.20 4 minute read Security

Beyond the emotional toll of the loss of a loved one is a list of responsibilities. While paperwork and documentation may be the last thing on your mind, it is important to settle certain matters quickly, such as managing the deceased’s bank accounts. At American Heritage, we strive to treat this sensitive topic with the respect it deserves by making the process smooth and uncomplicated. For the purposes of this article, the information provided will be written with American Heritage accounts in mind.

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Can You Spot a Phishing Email? We'll Show You How

By: American Heritage 10.15.20 3 minute read Security

We depend on email every day. We use email to contact our coworkers, connect with friends and family, and communicate with businesses we trust. Unfortunately, online scammers know this, and they’ve developed increasingly sophisticated schemes to trick us via email into providing sensitive information – then using this information to steal money or commit identity theft. One of their most common ploys is known as a phishing email. October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, and it’s a good time to learn how this common scam works. When you know what phishing emails look like, you’ll be more likely to avoid failing for one – and can prevent the stress and financial harm that these scams cause.

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Improve Your Account Security with These Simple Steps

By: Holly Love 12.12.19 4 minute read Security

You have a right to privacy and having your secure information protected from prying eyes. The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA), the government agency that regulates credit unions, has various acts and privacy policies in place to hold these financial institutions accountable for keeping this information safe. But why is privacy so important? You may think that you have nothing to hide or that your life is not interesting enough to be kept a secret. However, a carefree mentality can lead to identity theft, stolen banking information, unauthorized account access, and more.

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4 Strategies to Keep Your Information Safe and Organized in the Digital Age

By: American Heritage 12.10.18 2 minute read Security

At the core of American Heritage’s mission is the commitment to enhance the lives of our members by building trusted relationships. One of the ways we do this is by educating our members on financial news and other potential factors that may impact their financial health. That’s why we’ve focused the following blog on the very timely news regarding the state of financial security in today’s digital age, along with a few recommended strategies on how our members can keep their information safe.

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