Our Branches will be Closed Monday, October 13th in Observance of Columbus Day. We will reopen Tuesday regular hours.
At ECU Credit Union, protecting the financial well-being of our members and your loved ones is a top priority. Here are several tips to safeguard you from financial exploitation, scams, and identity theft.
Tax Season is the perfect time to start safeguarding yourself against tax identity theft. Everyone is at risk of falling victim to tax identity theft, and thousands of Americans are impacted by this crime each year. Fraudsters often target taxpayers early in the year, hoping to take advantage of the hustle and bustle of busy tax season preparations.
Online holiday shoppers, gear up and hunker down. You could fall victim to serious scams unless you know how to distinguish a legitimate site from a rip-off.
What should you do if you think your Social Security number has been stolen? The Social Security Administration itself can't do much if someone uses your stolen information to, for example, open a line of credit or get a job. Review the steps below.
ECU Credit Union is working to keep our members safe and informed. Recently the news broke that last December (2023), a massive National Public Data breach has been reported. This breach was believed to involve a third-party and led to the exposure of approximately 2.9 billion records, with potential leaks of certain data in April 2024 and summer 2024. This information was subsequently put up for sale on the dark web.
In today's digital age, safeguarding your personal and financial information is more crucial than ever. As your trusted financial institution, ECU Credit Union is committed to providing you with the tools and knowledge needed to help protect your accounts. One of the most effective ways to enhance the security of your accounts - financial and non-financial - is to follow and maintain healthy password habits. Below are a few tips that can help you secure your accounts and help protect your personal information.
Whether you’re getting ready to deal with the aftermath of Gulf Coast storms, Laura and Marco, dealing with the ravages of wildfires out West, reeling from the derecho that struck the Midwest, or facing another natural disaster, handling the aftermath is never easy. But when scammers target people just trying to recover, it can be even worse. Here are some tips to help you avoid common post-disaster scams.
