Jul 13, 2018

Moving Out & the Cost of Independence

Living on your own is an essential part of growing up, but it comes with a price and independence isn't cheap. If you're thinking of moving out, here are some costs to consider. This isn't intended to scare you, but rather prepare you for the budget realities you'll face. Housing One of the biggest monthly expenses is your rent or mortgage payment. The average one-bedroom apartment in downtown U.S. cities can range from $600 to over $3,500, depending on where you live. Some places also require security deposits, as well as first & last months' rent. Plus, if it's unfurnished,…

Jul 06, 2018

Fraud Prevention: Avoiding Phone Scams

While many criminals are online stealing information, thousands are still affected by phone scams every year. Here are some tips to avoid being victimized. Be Skeptical Getting a call from a number you don't recognize naturally raises skepticism. That's good. Treat any unsolicited call as a potential threat. However, some scammers spoof numbers, so the call appears as if it's coming from someone you know or a business you've worked with before. Stay on guard and spot red flags early. Listen Closely There are a few ways to identify phone scams. If the caller repeatedly tells you to trust him…

Jul 01, 2018

Security Update: How to Reduce the Rising Risk of Identity Theft

No matter the month, cyber criminals are always busy. But during the summer, when families are on vacation or enjoying weekend getaways, they step up attacks on consumers around the globe. According to experts, no one is immune to this phenomenon but there are ways to minimize your risk: Be overly careful about clicking on links and attachments you didn’t request and/or don’t recognize. Limit the amount of sensitive data stored on your devices. Use free online & mobile banking for real-time transaction and account monitoring. Don’t geotag photos on Facebook. Restrict the personal information you post on any social…

Jul 01, 2018

Remembering

By John B. Lund,Â President & Chief Executive Officer I was recently in a meeting during which our group leader discussed the importance and value of remembering where we came from, those who were a positive influence, and those helping to shape who we are. After some introductory comments, he turned the time over to us, allowing many to share their meaningful memories. It was an especially uplifting and motivational experience to hear heartfelt stories of parents, teachers, coaches, friends, even brief acquaintances and others observed from a distance. This exercise stirred recollections of my own, some of which I hadn’t…

Jul 01, 2018

Stay Connected to Your Finances with Text Alerts

Take financial control with immediate fraud alerts from America First. Check your phone for free, real-time texts that tell you when a transaction is suspicious. We’ll ask if the purchase was legitimate and you can simply reply with YES or NO. It’s already set up and provided without a cost to all America First Visa® cardholders. Just look for the sender AFCU FRAUD or the short code 28799 to verify the message—it’s a safe & secure way to monitor your account. And if you don’t want to receive alerts, just send STOP or CANCEL and we’ll take care of the rest.…

Jul 01, 2018

Before You Go, Let Us Know

It’s that time of year again: family vacations, weekend getaways, maybe even the trip of a lifetime. And there’s no better way to pay than with your America First Visa® cards. But before you leave, please inform us so we can guard your resources. Call 1-800-999-3961 or log in to free online banking, use the other services tab, then look for the Visa traveling form in the bottom-left corner.

Jun 29, 2018

Disneyland Vacations: Five Key Things to Know

Prior planning is one of the best ways to save when you’re going on vacation. And if you’re visiting Disneyland® this summer, here are five things you should know about the 2018 season, courtesy of our partners at Get Away Today: In April, Disneyland kicked off Pixar Fest with a new fireworks show and the return of two parades. Together Forever—A Pixar Nighttime Spectacular will take place at Disneyland, along with the Pixar Play parade. In Disney California Adventure, you’ll find the return of Paint the Night parade and you can watch some Pixar shorts in the Sunset Theater. Be…

Jun 26, 2018

“Give Back” Winners For June 2018

Want to experience some summer fun? America First Credit Union offers low-rate loans to help fund your road trips, camping or any other fun summer activities. PLUS meet this month's Give Back winner, Vinnie Mannino! He's helped raised money for wounded soldiers and their families. For more information, go to AmericaFirst.com Source

Jun 22, 2018

America First opens remodeled branch at Kearns Harmons

For Immediate Release: America First opens remodeled branch at Kearns Harmons Utah’s largest credit union opens newly remodeled branch inside Harmons Grocery Riverdale, Utah – (Friday, June 22, 2018) – Utah’s largest credit union, America First Credit Union, will open the doors to the newly-remodeled Kearns Harmons branch on Monday, June 25, 2018. The Kearns Harmons branch located at 4874 W. 6200 S., received a remodel in order to provide its members with an upgraded experience. Kristen Dietz, the branch manager of the Kearns Harmons grocery store branch, has been working for America First for three years, and became manager…

Jun 22, 2018

Freezer Meals: Store Up Some Cold, Hard Savings

Freezer meals are becoming an increasingly popular way to save time. But did you know that they can also save you money? If you've ever thought about freezing your meals, here are some way to get the most out of your efforts. What are freezer meals? When we say freezer meals, we're not talking about store-bought TV dinners that heat up in the microwave. These are home-cooked breakfasts, lunches and dinners that you make and store for later. A surprising variety of foods can be frozen to feed your family, including soups, sandwiches and casseroles. You can also freeze partial…