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DIY Halloween Decor

Don’t blow big bucks on your Halloween décor when you can DIY for a fraction of the price! Check out our list of creative, fun and inexpensive projects to make your home the spookiest haunt on the block. 1. The mummified door All you need for turning your front door into a bona fide mummy is a…

Beware Jury Duty Scams

Jury duty is a responsibility that enables courts to serve justice in a fair and efficient way. Unfortunately, it is often used as a cover for scams. Here’s all you need to know about jury duty scams. How the scam plays out A scammer impersonates a court or law enforcement official, claiming the victim has…

What’s the Best Way to Use a Home Equity Loan?

Q: With interest rates falling and home prices rising, it seems like a good time to use my home’s equity. What’s the best way to use these funds? A: A home equity loan can be an ideal way to source extra funds during a falling-rates environment. With interest rates on a Stark FCU Home Equity Loan…

Beware the Pending Package Scam

Everyone loves a surprise package, but scammers are taking the excitement out of that experience by using bogus packages as a cover for a scam that tricks victims into sharing personal information. Here’s all you need to know about the pending package scam: How the scam plays out In the scam, the victim will receive…