Identity (ID) theft is a serious and growing phenomenon. The Federal Trade Commission has reported that in 2003 alone, ID theft touched an estimated 9.9 million people to the tune of about $48 billion.  

To help arm you with the information you need to protect yourself against ID theft and other scams, Dupaco Community Credit Union is pleased to present the following series of educational articles:

Shield Yourself From Swindles--Scams Involving Checks, ATMs, and the 'Net

Patriot Act Q & A

Card Security Q & A

View the Federal Trade Commission Website

Additional financial protection/education information may also be found in our Home and Family Finance section.

Why free financial education? Because at your credit union, people are worth more than money. That means it’s our job—as a financial partner that will act in your best interest—to provide you with the information and support you need to protect your finances and get ahead in life.

For the time of your life. Dupaco. The financial home you own.

Disclosure: Some of the above convenient links take you out of the Dupaco website. The credit union does not represent either the third party or the viewer if the two enter into a transaction.