Tax Fraud - what to look for and tips to stay vigilant
In recent years, there has been a surge of tax schemes and scams, emphasizing the need for heightened vigilance among taxpayers. It's essential to recognize that the IRS does not reach out to taxpayers via email, text messages, or social media platforms to request personal or financial information.
Additionally, instances of tax fraud are on the rise. If you suspect an individual or business is breaking tax laws, please refer the IRS website for guidance on reporting such activities. Tax fraud can manifest in various forms, including kickbacks, falsified documents, tax evasion, unreported income, and non-compliance with tax regulations.
When encountering potential scams or fraud, trusting your instincts is key. If something appears suspicious or too good to be true, it likely is.
Just shoot us a text!
We've revamped our contact options to make reaching out to us quicker and simpler than ever before. Now, all it takes is sending a text message to 503.232.8070 to connect with a CCCU representative.
To make communication even more efficient, we've implemented text keywords that trigger auto responses. Just text us with words like:
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For a comprehensive list of keywords and further details on our convenient text services, visit the link below:
We are pleased to continue our tradition of awarding $5,000 to a deserving high school graduate who has showcased their determinations, academic achievement, and involvement in their communities. If you have a family member who is a graduating senior and could use some help with college expenses, encourage them to apply!
To ensure the safety and security of our members, we’re hosting a complimentary Shred Day on April 27th. Bring a box or two of your confidential documents, and we'll securely destroy them, leaving you with peace of mind and a clutter-free environment.
Sponsored by CCCU Wealth Management:
Building wealth requires careful planning. In today’s inflationary environment, it is more crucial than ever to develop an investment plan around your goals. CCCU Wealth Management can help you do exactly that. Whether you want to build wealth, save for retirement, or simply protect your family when the unexpected happens, we’ll be here to guide you.
Securities are offered through LPL Financial (LPL), a registered broker-dealer (member FINRA/SIPC).
Insurance products are offered through LPL or its licensed affiliates. Investment advice offered through CCCU Wealth Management Inc, a registered investment advisor and separate entity from LPL Financial. Consolidated Community Credit Union and CCCU Wealth Management are not registered as a broker-dealer or investment advisor. Registered representatives of LPL offer products and services using CCCU Wealth Management, and may also be employees of Consolidated Community Credit Union. These products and services are being offered through LPL or its affiliates, which are separate entities from, and not affiliates of, Consolidated Community Credit Union or CCCU Wealth Management. Securities and insurance offered through LPL or its affiliates are:
INTRODUCING:
Base, Ascent, and Apex Checking!
We're thrilled to share that we're giving our primary three checking accounts a fresh new look!
Simple Checking is now “Base Checking”
Peak Checking is now “Ascent Checking”
Peak Plus Checking is now “Apex Checking”
All accounts still offer the same great benefits they always have, but now they have names that better match the range of products we offer.
You'll see the names Base, Ascent and Apex Checking on our website and in branches. However, if you hear our radio ads or see TV commercials, you might notice that Apex Checking is referred to as “High-Yield Checking”. This is because we want to encourage new deposits to help us grow even more. Your deposits are crucial for us to lend more to our valued members, which strengthens our financial community.
1APY= To receive the higher dividend rate for Apex Checking, the account must be enrolled in eStatements, must have a payroll, social security, or pension direct deposit each month, at least one log-in to the CCCU online banking system each month and a minimum of 10 debit transactions each month (ATM transactions do not count toward the debit card requirements). The 10 debit transactions must be posted to the account prior to the last business day of each month regardless of when the transaction was conducted.
2To receive the higher dividend rate for Ascent Checking, the account must have a payroll, social security or pension direct deposit each month. All account requirements must be met by the last day of the month to qualify for the higher rate. The cycle for each month begins on the first day of each month. Only one Ascent or Apex checking account per member. Application is subject to approval. See credit union Rate and Fee Schedule for more details.
Upcoming holiday closures:
Memorial Day (Monday, May 27)
Juneteenth (Wednesday, June 19)
Independence Day (Thursday, July 4)
Labor Day (Monday, September 2)
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