Shred Day at Co-op Credit Union for CU Forward Day, Monday, Oct. 8, 2018 Monday, October 8, 2018 is set for CU Forward Day. Co-op Credit Union is hosting a Shred Day at each branch location and will be collecting donations for the food shelf. We are asking members to donate a non-perishable food item or monetary donation for the Food Shelf when they bring their items to the Shred truck. Your Learn More about CU Forward Day: Monday, Oct. 8, 2018
Free credit freezes are here
Free credit freezes are here Starting September 21, 2018, free credit freezes and year-long fraud alerts are here. Read the full article and what you need to know at https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/blog/2018/09/free-credit-freezes-are-here?utm_source=govdelivery. Learn More about Free credit freezes are here
Co-op Credit Union breaks ground on new location in Willmar
Co-op Credit Union Official Press Release 09/17/2018 Co-op Credit Union breaks ground on new location in Willmar Co-op Credit Union held their groundbreaking ceremony on September 17th for their new branch office in Willmar. The new branch will be located at the corner of 5th St SE and 19th Avenue across from Qdoba and Aldi’s grocery store. The 4,500 square foot building will take Learn More about Co-op Credit Union breaks ground on new location in Willmar
Scammers impersonate celebrities on social media
Did your favorite celebrity reach out to you on social media? Before you get too excited, are you sure it’s that person? Really sure? We’ve heard reports that scammers, who will try just about anything to separate you from your money, are now posing as celebrities on social media. They’re asking fans to send money for all kinds of supposed reasons – like claiming a prize, donating to a charity, Learn More about Scammers impersonate celebrities on social media
Watch out for card skimming at the gas pump
Life is busy and we are always seem to be in a hurry. It is important to be observant when paying at the pump at gas stations. Read the full article below from the Federal Trade Commission on card skimmers. https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/blog/2018/08/watch-out-card-skimming-gas-pump?utm_source=govdelivery Learn More about Watch out for card skimming at the gas pump
Co-op Credit Union Celebrates Youth Month in April!
April was Credit Union Youth Month. This year the theme was “The Science of Saving”. To celebrate this month for our youth, we encouraged youth age 17 and under to make deposits into their savings account and have a chance to win a Kindle Fire! Every deposit, Transfer, or direct deposit was automatically entered in the drawing. For our Cub Account members who are age 10 and under, we sent out Learn More about Co-op Credit Union Celebrates Youth Month in April!
Crack Down on Student Loan Scams
You don't have to pay for help with your student loans. There's nothing a company can do for you that you cannot do yourself for free: federal borrowers can start with StudentAid.gov/repay and private borrowers can start with their loan servicer. Some companies claim to resolve repayment issues by saying they can help you pay them down quicker, cheaper or get them forgiven altogether. Be Learn More about Crack Down on Student Loan Scams
Identity Theft Can Happen to Anyone
While identity theft can happen to anyone, there are some things you can do to reduce your risk. Identity theft happens when someone uses your Social Security number or other personal information to open new accounts, make purchases, or get a tax refund. Prevention Tips: Read your credit card and bank statements carefully and often Know your payment due dates so if a bill doesn't show up Learn More about Identity Theft Can Happen to Anyone
IRS Scams
Thousands of people have lost millions of dollars and their personal information to tax scams. Scammers use the regular mail, telephone, or email to set up individuals, businesses, payroll and tax professionals. The IRS doesn't initiate contact with taxpayers by calling, email, text messages or social media channels to request personal or financial information. Recognize the telltale signs of a Learn More about IRS Scams
Federal Trade Commission Scam Alerts
STOP.THINK.CONNECT. The Federal Trade Commission (FTC), a STOP.THINK.CONNECT. Campaign partner and the nation's consumer protection agency, helps consumers stay one step ahead of the latest scams and frauds by providing scam alerts. You can browse the FTC scam alerts bytopic or by date, or you can sign up to have them delivered to your email inbox. Protect yourself from holiday scams by Learn More about Federal Trade Commission Scam Alerts
