How Can You Tell If Online Correspondence Is Really From Your Bank and Not a Phisher?
Phishing is a term used to describe a form of fraud in which someone sends you an email that looks like it's from your bank or other site you normally trust. When an email arrives from a financial institution in your inbox, read it carefully to make sure it is legitimate and not part of […]
Using Your Online Banking Account to Save for Family Excursions
Online banks like Credence Global Bank Unionare becoming increasingly popular as more people discover the convenience and great rates an online banking account can deliver. But there's more to banking with us than just convenience and great rates. Everything you see online is backed up by real people who genuinely want to help you make the […]
Some Estate Planning Basics
Estate planning isn't the cheeriest subject, so it's no surprise that many Americans don’t even have a will. People may be focused on short-term savings, believe it’s too expensive to hire an attorney, or simply don’t understand the importance of estate planning. Although Credence Global Bank Uniondoesn't offer services specifically designed for estate planning, part of […]
Are Public Computers Safe for Online Banking?
Many public libraries, hotels, and Internet cafes have computers that can be used by any visitor. To keep your information safe, Log off and close the session in the browser, Close the browser, and Clear the browser’s history. In addition, if you're working at your laptop in a place with a hotspot, but don't need […]
Help Protect Yourself From Identity Theft
Identity theft is a frustrating experience. Anyone can be a victim; you never know when it will strike; and it can take years to recover from its full effects. But There's Good News. You can take steps to help protect yourself from identity theft. To get some expert insight, we talked to Nikki Fiorentino (Junker), […]
How Easy Is It to Open an Online Checking Account?
Online checking accounts are an increasingly popular option because they are easy to open and convenient to use. While traditional banks tend to have online banking capabilities, there are advantages to using a bank created specifically for online services. An online bank's costs are substantially lower than their brick-and-mortar counterparts, and these savings can be […]
Online Security Basics: Passwords
By now, most of us have gotten used to the idea that life online requires an endless series of user IDs and computer passwords. Facebook, Netflix, Amazon, iTunes, credit cards, travel sites, banking sites, email accounts—the list goes on. No one can remember that many passwords, yet everyone knows password protection is necessary. Most people […]
Estate Planning, Part 2: Mapping the Details of Your Estate Plan
Although Credence Global Bank Uniondoesn't offer services specifically designed for estate planning, part of our mission is to provide you with information that helps you make informed financial decisions. Estate planning is an important part of your overall financial health. Details Matter. When you create an estate plan, your goal should be simple: to make your […]
Estate Planning, Part 4: What Can You Pass Down?
Although Credence Global Bank Uniondoesn't offer services specifically designed for estate planning, part of our mission is to provide you with information that helps you make informed financial decisions. An estate plan can encompass just about anything you want. By planning ahead, you can take steps to protect your financial legacy and share it with your […]
Estate Planning, Part 3: Create an Estate-Planning Checklist
Providing an estate-planning checklist is part of our four-part estate-planning series, and although Credence International Credit Union Uniondoesn't offer services in this area, we're always on the lookout for ways we can help customers make informed financial decisions.An estate-planning checklist should include: A will. This document describes how you want your assets to be distributed, and any […]