OnPoint’s updated eBook shares actionable tips to protect yourself against emerging trends in identity theft and fraud Portland, Ore., October 7, 2021 — As people rely on technology more heavily than ever to remain connected to coworkers, friends and loved ones, OnPoint Community Credit Union is helping consumers protect themselves from identity theft and online fraud. To mark National Cybersecurity …
Portland, Ore., November 19, 2019—As Cyber Monday approaches, OnPoint Community Credit Union is helping consumers stay safe while shopping online. OnPoint has released a free eBook, “The OnPoint Guide to Personal Cybersecurity” that shares in-depth and actionable information so consumers can protect against and recover from fraud. According to statistics published by the Pew Research Center, eight in 10 Americans …
PORTLAND, Ore., Oct. 31, 2017—As Cyber Security Awareness Month comes to a close and the holiday shopping season approaches, OnPoint Community Credit Union offers simple tips for safer online shopping. According to recent studies published by the Pew Research Center, 51 percent of US adults bank online, and eight in 10 Americans are online shoppers. Just as online shopping and banking is …
In the age of digital communication, text message scams are a growing threat that can deceive even some of the most vigilant individuals. Texting is a quick and convenient means of communication, and scammers know it’s hard to ignore a text message. In 2023, text message scams, also known as smishing, amounted to $372 million in theft. The Federal Trade Commission …
Sustainable investments can take many forms, but they all share a common focus: companies trying to make a positive impact on the world. Adopting a sustainable investment strategy allows you to invest in alignment with your own values while also targeting financial returns. Sustainable investing is a broad term that describes how an investor chooses companies in which to invest. …
It’s the season of holiday cheer, gathering with friends or family, and most likely, plenty of shopping. Whether you’re perusing at the local mall or from your phone while sitting at home, there’s always a chance that scammers could take a bit more money from you than you were planning to spend. The risk doesn’t mean you have to avoid …
It has never been easier to transfer money quickly than with the current banking apps and peer-to-peer (P2P) payment platforms. The increased convenience has made it easier to order services, shop online, and support friends and family members from afar with little to no lag time. Still, there is always someone looking to snag your hard-earned money through fraud, a scam or a …
During uncertain times you may need to find a new job, supplement your incomes, or change your living situation. The last thing you want to experience is a scam that puts your job prospects or housing situation at risk. Unfortunately, scammers are looking to take advantage of people on the hunt for a new job or place to live. Fraudsters …
It’s never been easier to buy and sell vehicles on the secondary market, thanks to websites like Craigslist. Private car sales between individuals can be a great way to find a deal but come with a high potential for financial and personal risk, made even worse by scammers pretending to be private buyers or sellers. The possibility of being ripped …
