With everything going on in the world, ID theft is one headache that you don’t need. Although it’s not fun to think about, there are safety precautions that all members should take to keep their AHFCU and other accounts safe. P2P transfer scams involve fraudsters informing a consumer that they “accidentally” sent funds to him or her via instant money…
The holidays will look and feel a little different for nearly all of us this year, but there are still plenty of ways to celebrate, perhaps do something that you haven't done before, and make it one of the best holiday seasons ever. Below are some ideas on making this one of the most memorable seasons and maybe even introducing…
With loan rates at a near-record low, you may wonder if now is a good time to refinance. The answer is, it depends. There are a few things that you should know and consider about refinancing to help you decide if refinancing is right for you: There are different types of home refinancing. Rate and term refinance When available rates…
As your credit union, we want you to know that we're here for you through thick or thin, good times and bad. Whatever season of life you're in now, we want you to know that we care about your well-being, financial health, and happiness. We're ready to serve you with a smile. Here are some ways that we can help…
Being kind and helping others has a way of spreading happiness. It brings a smile to the person receiving it and can 'warm the heart' of the one giving it. One of the best ways to get through the COVID-19 pandemic is by acts of kindness that can make everyone involved feel happy. Even with current 'Stay at Home' orders,…
In the current world of tremendous uncertainty, financial concerns can be one of the causes of anxiety. We, at AHFCU, want you to know that we’re here for you, however you need us. Our credit union is offering solutions to help make this unprecedented time less stressful. These include: Payment Deferment Emergency Loans Credit Insurance Due to the COVID-19 crisis, there are…
In just a mere few weeks, COVID-19 has changed our world in more ways than most people could have imagined. Here’s how to get through this time with peace and hope. A lot has changed in the past thirty days. Over the month, we went from a general awareness of the novel coronavirus to toilet paper hoarding, school and business…
If you've been thinking about putting money aside for retirement, listen to your intuition and start now! The sooner you start saving, the more your money will grow. "Compound Interest" is an influential factor for successful saving. With compound interest, you earn interest on what you save, as well as on the dividends received. There are several different types of…
Buying a home, whether it's your first, second, or third, can be an exciting time. Homeownership can bring a sense of pride. It's something that you've worked hard for and can call your own. It can become your safe-haven, a place to relax, spend time with family and friends, and, most likely, the biggest purchase that you'll make. To sum…
Last week, Capital One announced that earlier this year, a hacker gained access to more than 100 million of their customers' accounts and credit card applications. A data breach can be a very serious and scary situation, so we want you to be at ease by knowing that our credit union is here for you and that we offer identity…
