Tax season is here! When you receive any unexpected windfall, whether it’s from a tax return, work bonus, or a cash gift, it’s always a good idea to be proactive…
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Fraud Fridays- Phony LinkedIn Job Postings
Looking Out For And Reporting Phony LinkedIn Job Postings By: KnowBe4 It was recently discovered that job postings on LinkedIn aren’t as secure as you might expect. Anyone with a…
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Fraud Fridays- Elder Fraud
Looking Out For And Reporting Elder Fraud What scams should seniors and their caregivers look out for? A 2020 Federal Trade Commission (FTC) report says the most money lost in scams by…
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Fraud Fridays- Google Voice Scam
Are you planning to sell items online? Beware of the recent uprise in Google Voice scams. What is Google Voice? Google Voice is a web-based phone service allowing its users…
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Protect Yourself From Phishing Scams
Northern Credit Union and other reputable organizations will NEVER call and ask for personal information over the phone. Don’t fall victim to a phishing scam. What is a phishing scam?…
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Protecting Yourself from Identity Theft After A Breach
The details vary, but in each breach, sensitive information from thousands, millions, or even billions of individuals becomes compromised, leaving them vulnerable to identity theft. At Northern Credit Union, your…
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Winter Home Buying Benefits
Icy driveways and snowed-out open houses can be less than thrilling, but there are surprising benefits to purchasing a home during the coldest time of year. Advantages: Homeowners who list…
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Recent Data Breach Update
At Northern, your peace of mind is our top priority. We’re dedicated to fraud prevention and information security and routinely monitor for data breaches to protect member-owners. If a data…
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Six Great Ways to Spend an Income Tax Refund*
Are you expecting a tax refund this year? If so, you’re in the majority. Over 80% of Americans get money back at the end of the tax year. The average…
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Did You Know You Can Refinance Your Student Loans?
Graduation day seemed like it would never come. As a freshman, you saw seniors swaggering about like they owned the place. Then, just a few short years later, there you…
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5 Low-Cost Holiday Family Activities
It can be difficult to find something everyone enjoys doing. Uncle Phil wants to watch the football game, while Aunt Linda wants to decorate cookies. You’re trying to keep peace…
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5 Reasons to Shop Local on Small Business Saturday
Here at Northern Credit Union, we believe in supporting the community and helping local businesses flourish. Join us in our important goal by shopping local on Small Business Saturday and throughout the…
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