Blog Archives

Year-End Power Plan: Financial Tips to Launch You into 2026

by Mid Oregon Credit Union | Nov 21, 2025 | Blog, Budget, Credit, Finances, Financial Health, Savings | 0

As the year draws to a close, take this moment to celebrate how far you’ve come. Every step—big or...

Pyramids and Promises. Don’t Get Burned by Fake Investments

by Mid Oregon Credit Union | Nov 19, 2025 | Blog, Security | 0

The Allure of Easy Riches: Unmasking High Return Investment Scams In the pursuit of financial...

Elder Fraud On the Rise-$3.5 Billion and Growing

by Mid Oregon Credit Union | Oct 21, 2025 | Blog, Security | 0

The 60+ year old community is under attack, and the complaints are on the rise. $3.5 Billion and growing.

Tips for Safe QR Code Scanning

by Mid Oregon Credit Union | Oct 10, 2025 | Blog, Security | 0

In our fast-paced digital world, QR (quick response) codes have gained immense popularity. These codes are now found everywhere, from TV screens to product packaging and websites. However, while we appreciate their convenience, cybercriminals are also taking advantage of them for malicious purposes.

Boo! October is Financial Planning Month

by Kimberly Krueger | Sep 29, 2025 | Blog, Budget, Finances, Financial Health, Savings | 0

Checking in with your finances doesn’t have to be scary and Mid Oregon has the resources to help you.

Don’t Get Schooled by Scammers.

by Mid Oregon Credit Union | Aug 12, 2025 | Blog, Security | 0

There are so many scams out there preying on us these days, and many of them are targeting our online shopping. Now that it’s back to school time, if you’re shopping for supplies, returning items online, or just participating in some online retail therapy regardless of the time of year

Don’t Fall for the Feed: What’s really behind that social media link?

by Mid Oregon Credit Union | Aug 9, 2025 | Blog, Security | 0

Social media platforms are fantastic for connecting, sharing and discovering however, they are also fertile ground for scammers looking to get you to click on bogus links.

Reading, Writing & Money: how to save on back-to-school

by Mid Oregon Credit Union | Aug 7, 2025 | Blog, Budget, Financial Health, Savings | 0

Families are starting back-to-school shopping earlier this year. According to the National Retail...

They Love Your Money, Not You. Don’t fall for Romance Scams.

by Mid Oregon Credit Union | Jul 8, 2025 | Blog, Security | 0

Have you ever thought about the risks of online dating? It’s crazy how we’re all so connected these days. While there’s a lot of excitement in meeting new people online, there’s also a darker side to it: romance scams. These scammers know how to play on our emotions, creating fake relationships just to end up asking for money. It can break your heart…and wallet.