Category Archives: Safety

How to Avoid Debit Card Fraud

In the digital age, safeguarding your finances is extremely important. Debit card fraud can pose a significant threat, but with proactive measures, you can prevent it. Here are three effective ways to avoid debit card fraud: Regularly Monitor Your Account: Stay vigilant by regularly monitoring your account activity. Keep a close eye on your transaction…

As the economy reels from the impact of COVID-19, 22 million Americans have filed for unemployment insurance in the four weeks leading up to April 11. As we know, when there’s bad news, scammers aren’t far behind. The excess of claims, along with the overloaded unemployment websites and phone lines, provide the perfect storm for…

How To Recognize And Protect Yourself From Scams

Here at Stark FCU, our biggest priority is your financial wellness. To help keep you safe, we’ve made this guide about recognizing and protecting yourself from scams. Five ways to spot a scammer 1.They will ask for detailed information before agreeing to process an application. 2. They insist on a specific method of payment. 3.…

With social distancing mandates in order until at least the end of April, huge parts of normal life have now moved to an online format. Visits, meetings, classes and more are continuing over videoconferencing apps, with Zoom being the most popular. The app was downloaded 62 million times during the third week of March, and…