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It’s Time to Automate Your Savings

We all know we should save money, but daily life often gets in the way. Financial psychologists call this the “intention-action gap”—the frustrating divide between our genuine desire to build a secure future and the reality of our busy routines. Unexpected expenses like car repairs, impulse buys, and the mental fatigue of managing a budget constantly derail our best intentions. When saving requires manual effort at the end of every month, it becomes too easy to skip. You can set yourself up for success by automating the process. Continue reading

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What to Do If You’re a Victim of Check Fraud

Finding out you’ve been a victim of check fraud can feel overwhelming. Maybe a check was stolen from the mail. Maybe your account shows a payment you never authorized. Or maybe you deposited a check that turned out to be fake. No matter how it happened, one thing is true: acting quickly matters. The sooner you respond, the better your chance of limiting financial loss, protecting your account, and preventing further fraud. If you think you’re a victim of check fraud, here are the steps to take. Continue reading

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Member Shred Event & Diaper Drive

We are providing an opportunity for you to bring your personal documents to safely and securely be shredded. We will have a shred truck on-site to help dispose of all unwanted papers. The shred event will be held on Monday, October 12, 2026, from 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. at the Kiln Creek Branch in Yorktown. Continue reading

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How to Detect Check Fraud Early

Whether a check was stolen from the mail, altered, forged, or used in a scam, the sooner you notice suspicious activity, the better your chances are of limiting financial loss and protecting your account. The challenge? Check fraud is not always obvious right away. Continue reading

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5 Common Types of Check Fraud You Should Know

Even in a digital world, checks (paper or electronic) contain valuable information that criminals can use to steal money or commit fraud. At the same time, scammers are increasingly combining traditional check scams with electronic payments, mobile deposits, and peer-to-peer payment apps. Understanding the most common types of check fraud can help you recognize warning signs and better protect your money. Continue reading

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What is Check Fraud?

Check fraud may sound like an old problem, but it’s still one of the fastest-growing types of financial fraud, and it can affect anyone. While many payments now happen online, millions of people still use paper checks to pay rent, send gifts, make business payments, or cover bills. And any time money is moving, fraudsters are paying attention. Continue reading

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