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

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.

Fake Goods Real Loss

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...

Fill Your Cart, Not the Debt Tips to Smarter Grocery Shopping

We know we can’t be the only ones picking our jaws up off the floor after looking at our grocery bills lately. We all have to eat, yet it’s harder than ever to keep our fridges—and our bank accounts—full. What’s a grocery shopper to do? Like many of us, saving on...

Don’t Let the Imposters Win!

Imposter scams often begin with a phone call, message, or email from someone pretending to be someone you trust.

Think you are too smart to be scammed?

Think you are too smart to be scammed? You may be right, but in these fraud-frenzy times, whether it's you or a friend or family member—anyone can fall for a scam. Emails That "urgent" emails and texts about your account? Emails saying your account's locked can be...
Enjoy the High Desert Museum for Free!

Enjoy the High Desert Museum for Free!

Free Family Saturday at the High Desert Museum Free admission to the High Desert Museum, courtesy of Mid Oregon Credit Union, is scheduled for January 21. A second free day will be on February 25, 2017. The “Free Family Saturdays” complimentary admission program...

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How to Give Wisely This Holiday Season

If you're going to give, it makes sense to do it intelligently and for the right reasons. Here are four steps to making sure your hard-earned money goes to a cause that reflects your values and will have the most impact. You should learn how to give wisely this...

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