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Ten Tips for Securing Your Accounts

Ever had that spine-tingling feeling like someone’s lurking around your accounts, peeking over your digital shoulder? You’re not alone. Here are ten tips to help secure your accounts and give you peace of mind.

Fraud Tips: How to React to that “Urgent” Call, Text or Email

That heart-pounding moment when you see an email labeled “Urgent Action Required!” or receive a call needing immediate financial info can be unsettling. Scammers use urgency to manipulate you, aiming to bypass your judgment.

Forget Phishing, Smishing Scams are on the Rise

According to Verizon, one of the leading telecommunications companies, smishing (SMS phishing) is an increasingly prevalent form of cyber-attack targeting mobile phone users. Mid Oregon want’s you to know about the dangers of Smishing messages. Smishing is deceptive text messages that aim to trick individuals into divulging sensitive information or performing harmful actions. Verizon has identified several common types of these types of messages that users should be aware of to protect themselves from falling victim to these scams.

Stop Dreading Your Finances: Simple Steps to Financial Peace This April

April is Financial Literacy Month, making it an ideal time to overcome financial anxiety and adopt a more positive outlook on our finances. Let’s be honest—money can be daunting. We pay bills and receive paychecks, but we rarely take the time to explore the bigger...

How Mid Oregon’s Growth Benefits You: A Message from Kevin Cole, President and CEO

You may have noticed that “growth” is a frequent word heard around Mid Oregon. Growth is one of our key objectives—showing up in everything from expanding our products and services to developing our team’s skills to providing you with an award-winning member...
9 Cheap, Fun Things to Do in the Summer (Part 1)

9 Cheap, Fun Things to Do in the Summer (Part 1)

If your budget says a big summer vacation is out of the question, here are the first 5 of 9 Cheap, Fun Things to Do in the Summer. 1. App it Stumped for something to do? The apps DoStuff and Eventbrite can show you popular events in your area—depending on where you...

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The Lease is Up-Should You Buy the Car?

The Lease is Up-Should You Buy the Car?

Your auto lease gives you a right to buy the vehicle for a fixed price at the end of the lease. But should you? If you have less than three months remaining on a lease, now's the time to decide. So, find your lease and read on. How To Decide 1. Do you like the car? If...

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A Very Fast Start In 2017!

A Very Fast Start In 2017!

By Bill Anderson, Mid Oregon President/CEO Our Newest Branch- in Sisters Mid Oregon is off to a very good start in 2017. In March we opened our newest branch in Sisters! New members are joining and we are hearing positive feedback from existing members who have been...

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