You teach your children to wear helmets when they ride bikes and sunscreen when they’re outside, but are you also teaching them to be safe online? June is Internet Safety Month, a perfect opportunity to talk with your kids about online safety. The Internet is a great way for children to have fun, learn new things, and stay in touch with their friends, but it also exposes them to online dangers. Learn More about Five Tips to Keep Kids Safe Online this Summer
Scam calls to immigrants
When you tell us about a scam, it helps us investigate scammers. But it also helps us warn other people about the scam – so they can avoid it.Our partners at US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) told us about a new twist on a common phone scam: scammers are calling immigrants in the US – but this time, the scammers are pretending to be from Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Canada Learn More about Scam calls to immigrants
Fake Emails Could Cost You Thousands
Think you got an email from a business you know? Scammers sometimes use emails that look legit to trick you into sending money to them. The email might say it’s from a real estate professional you’re working with, telling you there’s a last-minute change and you should now wire your closing costs to a different account. Or it could seem to be an email – with an invoice – from your utility company, Learn More about Fake Emails Could Cost You Thousands
Safe Surfing 101: How To Protect Your Kids On The Internet
Your kids are growing up in the age of technology. They likely spend hours on electronic devices, and use the Internet for various purposes from homework to social networking to learning about hobbies to listening to music or watching videos, and much more. Technology is no doubt a useful learning tool for children of all ages, but certain aspects, especially the Internet, can be scary and even Learn More about Safe Surfing 101: How To Protect Your Kids On The Internet
Smart Mobile Security Tips for Shopping Online
As the holiday season approaches, and an overall increase in mobile phone usage, hackers are on the prowl for your data during what should be the most wonderful time of the year. To combat cybercriminals this holiday season, we are sharing the following mobile security tips for safe online shopping: When browsing or shopping on your phone, always look for "https" in the URL instead of "http." Learn More about Smart Mobile Security Tips for Shopping Online
Check your financial heartbeat
Give Your Financial Goals A Checkup This Spring After a long winter, and an indulgent holiday season, many of us are ready to get back in shape and regain control of our waistlines. This process may even include an annual check-up with your family doctor. With its fresh starts and new beginnings, the spring is also a good time to get a read on the pulse of your finances and restore their Learn More about Check your financial heartbeat
Dan Pieper hired as Chief Credit Officer
The Co-op Credit Union has hired Dan Pieper to fill the position of Chief Credit Officer. Dan has 25 years of experience in all areas of lending and will be responsible for supervising all lending functions at the Co-op Credit Union. In addition to his supervisory duties he will work directly with credit union members helping them with their borrowing needs. Dan has also worked with a Learn More about Dan Pieper hired as Chief Credit Officer
Co-op Credit Union selects next CEO
Reiffenberger selected as next CEO of the Co-op Credit Union After several months working with a professional search company that specializes in executive searches and interviewing several candidates, the Co-op Credit Union Board of Directors found the person that best fit the requirements for the position of CEO for Co-op Credit Union is already on staff. They have selected Kayla Reiffenberger Learn More about Co-op Credit Union selects next CEO
Givan inducted into Credit Union House Hall of Leaders
The Credit Union House Hall of Leaders recognizes Linda Givan Linda Givan, President of the Co-op Credit Union, was inducted into the Credit Union House Hall of Leaders at the Governmental Affairs Conference in Washington D.C. this past February. Linda was one of just seventeen credit union professionals from across the country selected for induction in 2016. About the Hall of Leaders: Learn More about Givan inducted into Credit Union House Hall of Leaders
Remote Technical Support Scams
Recently, we have seen an increase in the number of Remote Technical Support Scam attempts to area businesses and residents. A remote technical support scam is typically initiated with an unsolicited phone call, email, or by a pop up message on a website. The message may state that your computer has a virus and instruct you to call "Microsoft" at a phone number provided. At this point you most Learn More about Remote Technical Support Scams
