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Simple Habits That Make You a Tougher Target for Cybercrooks

by Kimberly Krueger | January 23, 2026 | Uncategorized | 0 Comments

It’s already well into the new year and a fresh year usually brings fresh goals—exercise more, spend less, maybe try a new hobby. But one resolution that deserves a permanent spot on everyone’s list is tightening up your personal cybersecurity. Cyberthreats don’t take holidays, and scammers aren’t slowing down. In fact, they’re getting bolder, trickier, and faster at finding new ways to get into your accounts and steal your money or data.

“Wait, Did I Take a Toll Road?” What to Do When You Get the Text.

by Mid Oregon Credit Union | December 30, 2025 | Blog, Security | 0 Comments

Have you taken a toll road recently? Well, even if you haven’t, this story is for you. There is a text message going around that anyone who drives on highways or freeways should be on the lookout for and it’s just annoying enough to drive anyone mad. As you can guess, it involves driving (or perhaps not driving) toll roads and the supposed accompanying fees related to them, as well as fake websites, the attempted collection of information, and other phishing flags.

From Ledger Sheets to Digital Banking: 5 Tips for Financial Wellness

by Kimberly Krueger | December 23, 2025 | Blog, Budget, Finances, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

When I was a child, I watched my father balance our checkbook once a month like clockwork. He’d retreat to the little room off the garage he called his “office,” armed with an ancient mechanical calculator. I can still hear the rhythmic tap-tap-tap and the roll-chunk as the machine printed each calculation on a narrow strip of paper. It went on for hours, but at the end of the day, his account book balanced perfectly.

Don’t Get Grinched! Top Holiday Scams You Need to Know.

by Mid Oregon Credit Union | December 17, 2025 | Blog, Security | 0 Comments

Safely past Thanksgiving, they’re out there waiting. Right now, the scammers are looking to ruin this holiday season of gifting for their own benefit. Here are some common holiday scams and tips on how to thwart them.

Is Your Phone Safe for the Gate?

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

Before your next flight, take this crucial step to safeguard your finances.

“Wait, Did I Take a Toll Road?” What to Do When You Get the Text.

by Mid Oregon Credit Union | December 30, 2025 | Blog, Security | 0 Comments

From Ledger Sheets to Digital Banking: 5 Tips for Financial Wellness

by Kimberly Krueger | December 23, 2025 | Blog, Budget, Finances, Uncategorized | 0 Comments

Don’t Get Grinched! Top Holiday Scams You Need to Know.

by Mid Oregon Credit Union | December 17, 2025 | Blog, Security | 0 Comments

Is Your Phone Safe for the Gate?

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

Before your next flight, take this crucial step to safeguard your finances.

Is Ghost Tapping Haunting You?

by Mid Oregon Credit Union | November 24, 2025 | Blog, Security | 0 Comments

A new scam is quietly tapping into your convenience and turning it against you. The Better Business Bureau (BBB) is warning consumers about a trick called “ghost tapping,” which exploits the tap-to-pay feature on cards and mobile wallets. Fraudsters use the cards near...

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

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

As the year draws to a close, take this moment to celebrate how far you’ve come. Every step—big or small—has shaped your journey through 2025. Did you achieve the financial goals you set? Have you grown in ways that make you proud, personally and professionally?...

Are You Fraud Savvy? Take the quiz!

Aug 22, 2025

Question 1: You receive an email from a major online retailer announcing a fantastic, limited-time sale. The email asks you to click a link to access the deals. What's the first thing you should do? Click the link immediately, so you don't miss out on the sale. Reply...

Fake Goods Real Loss

Jul 7, 2025

Avoiding Online Shopping Scams Online shopping is convenient but beware of fake websites and deceptive marketplace listings. These scams aim to steal your money or data. Stay safe by recognizing the warning signs. Red Flags to Watch For: Unbelievable Deals: If it's...

Don’t Let the Summer Heat Up Your Budget

May 28, 2025

Summer can be packed full of fun things that distract you from your financial goals. In the midst of all that fun, it can be easy to lose sight of you budget. The temptation to spend a little extra here, or there, is common—but that temptation can lead to...