After a big storm or other disaster, a criminal element may be drawn to the area. Fraud can range from shoddy repairs to price gouging to people who take the money and run. Here are 4 tips for protecting yourself from contractor scams: 1. Get written estimates. These should be on the company’s letterhead, with clear contact… Continue reading →
On Tuesday, March 28, EECU announced the 2017 Glenn Mandeville Memorial Scholarship winners at its annual meeting. EECU awarded $40,000 in scholarships to support eight local graduating high school students with their college expenses. The EECU Scholarship Program began 29 years ago and honors former board member Glenn Mandeville, a life-long educator. Since that time, EECU… Continue reading →
Phishing is a technique that involves tricking users into thinking they’re at confidential site in order to steal the user’s confidential information, passwords, etc. Recently we have been made aware that consumers (not necessarily members of EECU) have received emails purporting to be from EECU. The emails read: EECU Credit Union Service Your Contact Information Has Been Updated You… Continue reading →