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How AI Scams Are Changing Fraud and What You Can Do About It

AI is making scams more convincing through tools like voice cloning and deepfakes, but you can protect yourself by staying informed, cautious and using secure practices.…

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Digital Banking Tools to Simplify Your Life

Simplify your finances with easy, secure digital banking tools that help you manage money anytime, anywhere.…

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Beware of Jugging: Spot and Avoid This Cash Theft Scam

Learn how to identify and prevent jugging, a growing cash theft scam targeting people after financial institution and ATM visits.…

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Elder Financial Abuse: How to Spot It and Stop It

Unfortunately, older adults are often targeted for financial exploitation, sometimes by strangers, but more often by those they trust the most.…

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Overpayment Scams 101: How Scammers Can Trick You & How to Fight Back

Scammers are crafty, but with a little awareness, you can outsmart them. If something feels off—especially when it comes to money—trust your gut. …

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My Certificate is Maturing, Now What?

A certificate can be an excellent tool for building your savings, but what happens when it’s about to mature? For many, this is an opportunity to reevaluate financial goals and decide the best course of action.…

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Online Shopping Fraud Prevention Tips

If you’ll be doing your shopping online this year, it’s important to watch out for fraudsters that will be trying to get their hands on your personal and financial information.…

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What the Federal Reserve Rate Change Means for Savers and Borrowers

The Federal Reserve, often referred to as “the Fed,” announced it would lower the target range for the federal funds rate in quarter four of 2024.…

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Get the Most Out of a Business Membership with Members 1st Federal Credit Union

Do you know about all the great benefits that come with a business membership at Members 1st?…

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