Making The Most Of Credit Union Benefits
What are credit union benefits? The credit union movement is more than just receiving competitive rates. It’s about being a part of a financial community. Armco CU puts members’ interests first with transparent and thoughtfully designed, value-added services. Unlock...
Did someone tell you to move or transfer your money? It could be a scam
By Alvaro Puig, Consumer Education Specialist, FTC Many impersonation schemes start with a call about a routine problem, like suspicious activity in your Amazon account. But in a new twist, the story quickly takes a more serious turn when you’re told someone is using...
Scammers Hide Harmful Links In QR Codes To Steal Your Information
By Alvaro Puig, Consumer Education Specialist, FTC QR codes seem to be everywhere. You may have scanned one to see the menu at a restaurant or pay for public parking. And you may have used one on your phone to get into a concert or sporting event, or to board a...
The Lease Is Up—Should You Buy the Car?
By: Credit Union National Association Your auto lease gives you a right to buy the vehicle for a fixed price at the end of the lease. But should you? If you have less than three months remaining on a lease, now’s the time to decide. So, find your lease and read...
The Best Time to Buy Your Favorite Products
By: Credit Union National Association Stores and manufacturers like to offer deep discounts on certain popular products at specific times of the year. If you love a good sale (and who doesn’t?), time your purchases so you can take full advantage of these traditions....
Slow your scroll: Spot and avoid social media giveaway scams
By Terri Miller, Consumer Education Specialist, FTC You may have heard us say when you’re shopping online, check things out before checkout. The same advice applies to giveaways on social media sites like Facebook and Instagram. Here’s why: One in four people who...
Secure Your Mobile Wallet
There are many mobile applications that allow you to carry out most of your personal finance transactions online and on the go. To keep your financial data safe, keep these security tips in mind: Enable a passcode/password on your phone. This will ensure that no one...
Safeguarding Seniors: Combatting Financial Scams with Vigilance
Elder financial scams are on the rise, with a nearly 50 percent increase in suspected fraud against seniors in 2023 (Thomson Reuters). It’s more important than ever to protect the older people in our lives from these innovative scammers. The #1 Elder Financial...
Searching for a job to work remotely? Avoid scams and identity theft
By: Gema de las Heras, Consumer Education Specialist, FTC Found a job listing to telework as a Spanish translator or a data entry clerk with great benefits and pay? Scammers are impersonating real employers on legitimate platforms like ZipRecruiter and Indeed. When...
