Category Archives: Tips, Tricks and Member Safety
2019 Tax Scams To Be On The Lookout For
Protect Yourself Against These Popular 2019 Tax Scams Each year, the IRS publishes the “Dirty Dozen,” a list of 12 scams that are rampant during that year’s tax season. This year, the IRS is cautioning taxpayers to be extra vigilant because of a 60% increase in email phishing scams over the past year. This is […]
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Valentine’s Day Hacks that won’t break your budget
Valentine’s Day hacks that won’t break your budget It’s time to celebrate the significant other in your life! If you’re thinking that means pricey gifts, expensive dates and blowing an entire day’s salary on a restaurant meal, think again. There’s no need to drain your wallet while trying to create the perfect Valentine’s Day. Instead, […]
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Why checking your credit score can pay-off
Why checking your credit score can pay-off For many, credit scores come with, judgment, risk, and security, which is why many Ohioans are paying attention to them. In an Ohio Credit Union League 2018 consumer survey, 73 percent of respondents reported checking their credit scores within the past six months. That’s compared to 18 percent […]
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IRS Sees Uptick in Email Phishing Schemes, Issues Warning
IRS sees uptick in email phishing schemes, issues warning Posted by the NAFCU Newsroom ~ December 5, 2018 The IRS this week warned consumers to be on the lookout for “new, sophisticated email phishing scams” as the holidays and the 2019 tax filing season approach. The agency said there was a 60 percent increase in “bogus” email […]
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‘Tis the Season for Fraud
‘Tis the Season for Fraud During the holiday season, we typically see a spike in fraud. The reason? Fraudsters realize that we are in full holiday shopping mode and may not be keeping close tabs on our accounts and credit cards. In addition, retailers see a spike in sales and may not be able to […]
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