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Know Fraud to Stop Fraud - Part 6By: Laura Byerly and Freddie Mac Freddie Mac recently contacted us about a scam where homeowners get a phone call that appears to be coming from “Freddie Mac” – but the caller is an impostor as Freddie Mac does not directly contact homeowners. This scam is known as spoofing. |
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Know Fraud to Stop Fraud - Part 5By: Emily Jones Scammers are known for taking advantage of people by using fear and the recent pandemic of Coronavirus (COVID-19) is no different. The outbreak is an unprecedented global event that is inspiring all sorts of people to cash in on the fraud. Here are some examples we’ve found and ways you can protect yourself. |
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Know Fraud to Stop Fraud - Part 4By: Eric Bendes Congratulations!!! You have recently closed a mortgage. Maybe it is on your first home? Maybe it was a refinance to save you interest or get cash out for that remodel project? Whichever your reason for a mortgage, it can open you up for solicitation from other companies. |
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Electric Legacy: The Story of General Electric in Fort WayneBy: Greg Mohr On behalf of our members, MidWest America FCU is proud to be the title sponsor of the upcoming PBS special "Electric Legacy: The Story of General Electric in Fort Wayne." This new documentary production from PBS Fort Wayne, will take the viewer on a journey through 140 years of Fort Wayne history, connecting people, places, and events in American history. |
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Let Us Give You an Umbrella in Troubling TimesBy: Jim Melvin One of our goals as a Credit Union is to help any and all members who may need assistance during troubling times. MidWest America wants to be there for you, our members, and we have unique assistance programs in place that can be individualized for each member in need depending on the circumstance. |
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An Alternative to a Debit CardBy: Debby Bloom Have you ever found yourself wanting to use a Debit Card for an online purchase, but were unsure of the seller and afraid to give out your full card number? Or you’ve already had your identity stolen and you’re leery of giving out your new card number? |
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4 Questions to Answer Before Using Equity to Fund Home ImprovementsBy: Kristi Hart Being a homeowner comes with a constant need for repairs and maintenance on your home and sometimes funding these repairs can leave you looking for another way to pay for them. I see offers all the time using creative financing to use the value of your home to pay for a new pool or new kitchen, but is it really a good idea? Using the equity in your home to fund home improvements is generally a great idea as long as you keep these 4 things in mind. |
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Know Fraud to Stop Fraud - Part 3By: Robb Roehrman You hear about all kinds of scams on the news. The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) says that the number of fraudulent wire transfer scams reported to the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center increased by 480% in 2016 and was reported in all 50 states. |
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Important Tax Time RemindersBy: Emily Jones It’s tax refund time again. Whether you’re planning to take a special vacation, paying off bills or just saving for a rainy day, here are a few tips to remember regarding refunds that are direct deposited. |
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We are More Than Just a BankBy: Emily Jones It’s a bold statement we are making in our newest ads, but to really understand what that means you have to understand what a credit union is and why the difference is important. |
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8 Things to Consider Before Opening a Checking AccountBy: Emily Jones When the time comes to open a new checking account the best thing you can do is research. These questions will get you thinking about what you want from your financial institution and what they can offer you. |
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Know Fraud to Stop Fraud - Part 2By: Michelle Purcell Fraud is a constant risk and increasing in frequency. Odds are you or someone you know has had someone attempt to scam them or may have even succeeded. There are many types of fraudulent activity but today I’ll be discussing two types of fraudulent scams: Sweetheart Scams and Phishing Attacks. |
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Know Fraud to Stop Fraud - Part 1By: Emily Jones This is the first part in a new multi-part series of blog posts about fraud. We want to arm you with the knowledge to prevent it because the more people that are aware of fraud, the less they will fall victim to it. |
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Good Things Come to Those Who RateBy: Michael Buchmeier There has been a lot of criticism in recent years over savings interest rates. Some of us remember when 1% was low for a savings account. Unfortunately, even as the economy slowly improves, rates are unlikely to rise very high. A better understanding of rates will help you be more financially successful. |
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Invalid Account NumbersBy: Robin Biddle February is here and that means most people are getting a start on their taxes or at least starting to think about it. Did you know, according to the IRS, 8 out of 10 taxpayers get their income tax refunds via direct deposit? Which makes now a great time to confirm your account number with MidWest America to make sure your refund is going into the right share and account. |
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Goals for 2018By: Lacey Andrews-Norvell With the New Year a couple of days away, now is a great time to start thinking about what goals you want to accomplish in 2018. There is no question that having goals is important. Without them, what would we have to strive for? But what comes before the flag on top of the mountain—the journey. |
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Statement of FactBy: Michael Buchemeier As the end of 2017 approaches, it’s a wonderful time to start organizing your financial paperwork and to reconcile your statements for tax season and beyond. Are you a little lost about what to do with your statements or how to reconcile them? We’re here to help get you organized for 2018! |
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Skip for SantaBy: Caleb Herring For many, spending extra money during the holiday season is as inevitable as paying taxes. For me personally, I get much more excited about giving gifts than I do about receiving them. While there is a lot of joy in giving gifts, it is not as much fun if you're spending more than your normal budget allows. |
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Gratefulness & Giving BackBy: Emily Jones “No one is useless in this world who lightens the burdens of another.” Charles Dickens Sometimes I have days when the hustle and bustle of life gets to me and makes the efforts I put in feel insignificant or useless as Dickens puts it. The daily routine starts to feel draining, like I’m just going through the motions only to start over the next day and do it all again. |
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Here Come The Holidays & The StressBy: Austin Fox It’s here! Christmas Season! Okay, we all know that Christmas season shouldn’t technically start until after Thanksgiving, but as consumers, we are already out looking for those good deals to get our family and friends come December 25th. |
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Wrestling with Financial DisciplineBy: Michael Buchmeier Over my years of working at the credit union I’ve had numerous people say they don’t keep money is their checking account because if it is there they will spend it. I once had a friend ask me how I stay disciplined. A lot of it I can draw comparisons to when I wrestled in high school. It’s a lifestyle. |
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What is International Credit Union Day?By: Emily Jones The theme for International Credit Union Day 2017 is “Dreams Thrive Here,” and MidWest America wants to be the bridge that allows people to achieve their biggest dreams in life. Whether that’s a new car, your own business, a college education, a retirement RV, your own home or anything really. |
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The Credit UnionBy: Greg Mohr My name is Greg Mohr and as President/CEO of MidWest America Federal Credit Union, I am very pleased to be writing the first post for our new blog. It gives me a chance to give the first impression of the great things to come from MidWest America both in our blog and our Credit Union. |
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