Staying Secure
Tricky Texts: How to Avoid “Smishing” Scams
With the number of scams on the rise overall since the start of the pandemic, you may have noticed “phishing” attempts are no longer limited to email. Fraudulent offers and notices may also come to […]
How to Avoid Shopping Scams This Holiday Season
It is officially December and that means, even for the Grinch, preparation for the holidays is in full swing — including holiday shopping. We all know too well by now that just because the Holiday […]
Is My New Contactless Credit Card Secure?
Congratulations! You’ve just returned from your mailbox with a paper envelope. Enclosed is your brand new Service CU Visa® credit card with a fresh new design, made of high quality plastic and, of course, tap […]
How to Avoid Scams Around the Coronavirus
As we all spend more time at home, and inevitably, online and on social media, during the coronavirus pandemic, it’s just as important as ever to be on the lookout for scams and fraudulent behavior. […]
How to Protect Yourself From Identity Theft
I have a friend who meticulously shreds each piece of mail with an offering of a credit card, checking account or money market. She always signs up to receive her financial statements and other personal […]
How Identity Theft Happens
Identity theft occurs when someone uses your personal information without your knowledge to commit fraud or other crimes for their own financial gain, such as fraudulently applying for loans, filing taxes or obtaining medical services. […]