Aug 31, 2016

Protecting your Resources Online

In today’s 24/7 online culture, it’s essential to stay alert and protect yourself against fraud. Here are some tips that can help: • Review your credit report at least once a year from each of the three national reporting agencies. These are available to you without a cost • Monitor your account activity as often as possible, easily and conveniently, with free online & mobile banking. • Take advantage of our Card Guard® mobile security app that puts you in control of your America First Visa® -- you decide when, where, and how it’s used. • Beware of unfamiliar attachments…

Aug 31, 2016

Summer’s Final Holiday & Heading Back to School

By John B. Lund,Â President and Chief Executive Officer Our family enjoys getting together for an unofficial reunion over Labor Day weekend. We celebrate at Bear Lake, a beautiful mountain body of water that straddles the Utah and Idaho border, known for its brilliant blue color and sandy beaches. We enjoy spending time at the lake, playing games, hiking in the mountains, attending a local melodrama, and participating in a small golf tournament. It is a wonderful holiday, offering us the chance to gather as a family, mark the end of the summer season, and give our children and grandchildren an…

Aug 17, 2016

August 2016 “Give Back” Winner 8/17/16

Every month America First Credit Union highlights a deserving individual in the Las Vegas Valley. Today, we meet Yvette Mendes a counselor at one of Las Vegas's Senior Buildings. Along with recognizing Yvette for the month of August, AFCU will discuss their back to school session where there will be several community events that will take place in partnership with UNLV and the Rebel Kids Club. This Segment is Sponsored by America First Credit Union Source

Aug 15, 2016

America First Credit Union, Utah’s Largest Credit Union, Opens Traverse Mountain Branch Location

Riverdale, UTAH – Utah’s largest credit union, America First Credit Union, adds another service location in Utah Valley with the opening of its Traverse Mountain branch location in Harmons Grocery Store at 1750 Traverse Parkway, Lehi, Utah 84043. The location marks the sixth branch opening of 2016, with the most recent being West Point City on June 8. America First has 120 branch locations serving Utah, Nevada, Idaho and Arizona. Samuel Thompson will serve as branch manager of the Traverse Mountain location. Thompson began his tenure with America First in September 2011 and has served as assistant manager at the Orem…

Aug 01, 2016

Don’t Wait until Next Year!

The RV you’ve always dreamed of owning can become a reality with an affordable loan from America First. We offer: · Rates as low* as 3.50% variable APR · Flexible terms · The best in member service Apply today. *Annual percentage rate, on approved credit, subject to change.

Aug 01, 2016

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Aug 01, 2016

Security Update: Five Tips for Preventing Identity Theft

No matter the season and regardless of the economic environment, there are always criminals looking to perpetrate identity theft. It can happen to anyone at any time, but here are five easy steps you can take to help protect yourself: · Keep your Social Security and driver’s license numbers off your checks and all of your identifying documents · Never write your personal identification number (PIN) on your cards · Destroy confidential documents -- click here for a list of upcoming free shredding day events · Choose complex passwords featuring combinations of letters, numbers and special characters · Regularly review…

Aug 01, 2016

Make the Exchange before your International Trip

If you’re traveling abroad, America First offers foreign currency exchange services to help you make the most of your journey. We offer low fees, competitive rates, overnight delivery & more. Here are the details: · $5,000 per-transaction limit · Purchases by cash or collected account funds only · Two-day pickups requested (orders are returned after five days) · $10 per transaction (buying or selling) · Additional $10 for orders under $300 U.S. · $15 for FedEx Priority overnight express (available by noon the next business day) This option is available at select branches -- click here to find one near…

Jul 19, 2016

July’s “Give Back” Winner 7/19/16

Every month America First Credit Union highlights a deserving individual in the Las Vegas Valley. Today, we meet Joe who is one of many volunteers in the Trauma Intervention Program. Along with recognizing Joe for the month of July, America First Credit Union's Nicole Cypers, PR & Social Media Manager will share tips for staying aware and reducing the risk of fraud. This Segment is Sponsored by: America First Credit UnionÂ Source

Jul 14, 2016

Now is the Time to Get a New Boat or RV

Some of the fondest memories we make all year take place with family and friends in the summer sun. Nicole Cypers with America First Credit Union shares why now is the best time to take the plunge and purchase that boat or RV your family has always dreamed of. This Segment is Sponsored By: America First Credit Union Source