As you hunt for the perfect online gifts this holiday season, it’s crucial to stay vigilant against a less festive trend: holiday delivery scams. These crafty frauds aim to snatch your private information under the guise of package delivery notifications. But fear not! With a bit of know-how, you can outsmart these holiday scammers and keep your festivities scam-free. Understanding … Continue reading
Buying a home is exciting, but the process can involve many unfamiliar terms. From preapproval to closing costs, mortgage terminology can make an already big decision feel more complicated than it has to be. Learning the most common mortgage loan terms can make conversations with your lender easier, prepare you for the homebuying process, and give you a clearer sense … Continue reading
Order Foreign Currency Navigating the world of foreign currency exchange can be daunting, but it doesn’t have to be. Whether you’re planning a trip abroad or need to handle international transactions, understanding the ins and outs of currency exchange services is crucial. Here, we break down some frequently asked questions to help you make informed decisions. Why Should I … Continue reading
When inflation runs high, it can feel like you’re in a financial fog that refuses to clear. But making sound, forward-thinking decisions can reduce money pressures even as prices soar. Use these tips to gain clarity during challenging economic times and make the most of every hard-earned dollar. 1. Increase Your Earnings Working additional hours for your current employer or … Continue reading
As we celebrate our 60th anniversary, we thought it would be fun to pull together sixty ways to help you save money! After all, way back in 1962, Call Federal was founded by people coming together, united by the principles of saving and mutual financial success. We’ve broken our list down into eight ‘categories’, so if you’re looking to save … Continue reading
If you find yourself in the job market, you’re likely poring over listing after listing looking for your next gig. You’ve probably noticed a few with instructions that seem a little… unusual. With that in mind, here are a few job-search scams that you need to be cautious of while conducting your search. Payments and Paychecks One common job-search scam … Continue reading
There’s a lot of information out there regarding online safety for kids. However, these sources rarely touch on financial security. While your teen’s digital footprint may be small during this time in their lives, they’ll still face a lot of the threats and challenges that adults do. Making sure they know of the potential dangers and what precautions to take … Continue reading
These days online marketplaces are a convenient way to buy and sell goods. But with opportunity comes exposure to fraudsters and scams. When you see an item on one of these platforms that seems like a great deal, there’s a chance the “seller” doesn’t actually have anything to sell – it’s a fake post designed to get you to pay … Continue reading
Did you know that the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) received over 2.2 million fraud reports, totaling almost $3.3 billion dollars’ worth of lost funds, in 2020 alone? Don’t let this happen to you! The thieves and scammers never let up, so we must stay on our guard and continue to educate ourselves to keep our identities and hard-earned money safe. … Continue reading
Have you moved recently? Perhaps you changed jobs or cable providers and had to get a new email address? There are many reasons that could lead to us having the wrong info for you. While missing the monthly newsletter isn’t a big deal, having accurate contact information is critical when it comes to protecting your money and keeping your accounts … Continue reading
