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This Mainebiz article by Renee Cordes examines the rise in check fraud and highlights what Maine financial institutions are doing to prevent losses.
Don’t Forget to Apply for Your AARP BankSafe Seal
Has your credit union participated in AARP’s innovative BankSafe program to help your staff identify the signs of financial exploitation? If 80% of your frontline…
Avoiding Imposter Scams
The Financial Literacy Blog explores the dangers of imposter scams, outlining what to look for and how to avoid becoming a victim.
New Social Media Assets Developed to Warn Against Scams
Unfortunately, credit unions across the state are not seeing a decrease in the number of fraud attacks on their members. However, collectively and independently, we…
Spread Awareness Throughout the 20th Annual Cybersecurity Awareness Month
This October will mark the 20th annual Cybersecurity Awareness Month—a time to bring attention to online threats, as well as the steps people can take…
Avoiding Rental Scams
Finding an apartment that meets all of someone’s needs is no easy task. There can be barriers that make it difficult for people to settle…
Watching Out for Travel Scams
Consumers are getting more and more comfortable traveling again post-pandemic. However, travelers may not be aware of other risks present while planning a trip—including scams…
New Member Moment Spreads Awareness About Credit Union Contact
Fraudsters and scammers are ever-evolving and deceptively clever in their attempts to obtain peoples’ money and personal information. To help members safeguard themselves against financial…
Maine State Treasurer Henry Beck: There Are Steps We Can All Take to Fight Fraud
The August 24 edition of the Kennebec Journal includes a guest editorial from Maine State Treasurer Henry Beck that outlines steps we can all take to…
Member-Facing Resources Now Available on MaineCreditUnions.org
We know fraud is increasing and impacting members every day. We also know how hard credit unions are working to educate their members about scams…
AARP BankSafe Program Provides Tip Sheet for Deciphering Dementia
AARP’s BankSafe™ initiative is a trusted program that helps credit union employees fight against financial exploitation. The program’s newest resource, Deciphering Dementia at Your Financial…
Staying Safe at ATMs and Beyond
Living in a highly digital world has ample benefits. However, with more digital conveniences comes a wider range of factors to consider for ensuring your…
Fraud Prevention Tips and Tricks
The League has developed a range of resources for our member credit unions to use in their efforts to raise awareness around the topic of…
What You Should Know About Synthetic Identity Fraud
Have you heard of synthetic identity fraud? It is important to know what it is, who tends to get targeted, and what you can do…
League Town Hall Showcases the Benefits of AARP’s BankSafe Training
On April 24, over 100 credit union professionals joined the League’s Town Hall meeting featuring Jilenne Gunther, National Director of AARP’s BankSafe. Gunther provided an…
Upcoming Town Hall Meeting on April 24 Will Focus on Fraud Prevention
Jilenne Gunther, JD, MSW, the National Director of AARP’s BankSafe initiative will discuss how this unique training programs helps the financial industry better meet consumers…
Oxford FCU Protects Member from Fraud Thanks to AARP BankSafe Training
It’s no secret that fraud is on the rise. Luckily, there are courses and trainings available, such as AARP’s BankSafe online training program, to teach…
Deceiving Mailers May Be Tricking Credit Union Members
Credit unions and members alike are constantly keeping their eyes peeled for any fraudulent attempts to steal personal information. Katahdin FCU recently began noticing an…
National Consumer Protection Week Kicks Off Sunday
National Consumer Protection Week kicks off Sunday and runs through March 11. The week is designed to help people learn how to spot, report, and…
FinCEN Warns About ‘Surge’ in Check Fraud Schemes Targeting U.S. Mail
The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) has issued an alert to financial institutions on what it said is a nationwide surge in check fraud schemes…
New Member Scam Alert
The League has been made aware of a scam that impacted a member in Maine. Credit unions should consider sharing information about what transpired with…
Be Aware of the Signs of Social Engineering Fraud
Fraud can happen at any time at any place. To ensure we are doing our part to help your credit union and your members prevent…
Arrest Made in Local Check Fraud Scheme
As the League has been reporting, we’ve seen an uptick in fraud in recent weeks, especially as it relates to check fraud. While there has…
InfoSight eNewsletter and Monthly Fraud/Compliance Call Reminder
Topics in this week’s InfoSight newsletter include: CFPB Adjusts HMDA Closed-End Loan Exemption Threshold CFPB and FHFA Publish Updated Data from the National Survey of…
Fraud Alert – Phishing Scam
As we have all seen over these past few weeks, fraudsters are working overtime to coordinate illegal activities this holiday season. Our League will continue…