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Not all fraudsters are human. With recent advances in technology, many scams and attempts at fraud are enhanced or channeled through smart technology such as bots and artificial intelligence (AI) software. Protecting yourself generally looks the same, though, whether it’s a human scammer or AI. Here are common scams that utilize AI and a few preventative steps for protecting your accounts and personal information while you’re online.

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Located conveniently in your Visions FCU Mobile app, Zelle® enables you to send and receive money with friends and family, even if they bank somewhere different than you. Follow these easy tips to use Zelle® safely: (1) Only send money to those you know and trust, (2) Beware of payment scams, (3) Treat Zelle® like cash.

Most children look to their parents or guardians for cash, but rarely ask about finances. Be sure to have important financial conversations with the young people in your household, whether that’s sitting at the dinner table or during a road trip. It’ll help to encourage a lifetime of financial wellness.

Although it may be challenging to maintain privacy on social media, taking sensible precautions can provide you with peace of mind. Here are steps you can take to protect your information.

What’s your next big savings goal? Whether it’s a trip to the mountains, a down payment for new home, or an extra month of emergency savings, it’s always a good idea to set a “SMART” savings plan to keep your budget on track. Every SMART approach should be: Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant, and Time-Bound.

While a loan’s term, balance, and interest rate help to determine your monthly payments and how they break down, the loan’s amortization is another important consideration in this financial picture. By understanding amortization, you can improve your debt management strategy and reduce the amount of interest you’ll pay in the long run. Here’s how it works.

Most successful business owners tap into tech to save time, work smarter, and boost productivity. Don’t let paperwork and outdated processes hold you back. Use the following checklist to consider simple and cost-effective digital solutions to optimize your cash management and workflows.

Whether your business is just starting out or undergoing a change, it can be beneficial to understand the differences between various business structures. Here’s an outline to help you get started, including introductory definitions and financial considerations.

Much like personal credit applications, most financial institutions will review an organization’s business credit during the application process for a business loan. An organization has its own credit report based on an EIN (Employer Identification Number), which is reported and scored independently from personal credit scores.

As a not-for-profit financial cooperative, we offer our business products with the promise of fewer fees, competitive rates, and convenient local service you can trust. That’s just the beginning, though. Here are a few highlights from our suite of business services, available for commercial businesses as well as nonprofits and clubs.

To keep your personal information secure, it’s important you make sure your devices are updated and equipped with the latest security features.