Welcome to Episode Seven of “ The Credit You Deserve” podcast. In this episode, host David Murphy, President of Marshfield Medical Center Credit Union, talks with a local resident who was scammed by a “smishing” scheme while on vacation. Listen on Spotify or at the link here: In this episode, learn what to watch for and...Read More
The annual campaign focuses on increasing Americans’ financial confidence through addressing individuals’ emotions, lived experiences, and helping them get a clear view of their finances in order to set new goals. MMCCU is a proud participant in America Saves Week, an annual national campaign that encourages individuals and families to check-in on their finances by...Read More
Rollovers from a 401(k) plan to an IRA are becoming increasingly popular among people looking to manage their retirement savings more effectively. While there are many advantages to this type of rollover, there are also some disadvantages that need to be considered before making the move. “It’s important to take a look at the pros...Read More
ESP Technical Staff is performing routine security maintenance to several production systems, and anticipates possible interruptions or downtime on 2/26/2023 between 7:00am-4:00pm PST. The following may be temporarily impacted during the upgrade: Online, mobile, and audio banking FORZA Online ATM (Temporary Stand-In Periods) Shared Branch Minimal (if any) interruptions are expected, however active sessions may...Read More
David Murphy, MMCCU President, shares insight into what’s going on in today’s economy: Following the latest Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting on February 1, the market has experienced unexpected volatility with the recent data noted in the jobs report and inflation report. The expectations priced into the market were for the FOMC to raise...Read More
Online romance scams have become increasingly common in recent years, and they can be devastating for the victims who fall for them. According to the FTC, romance scams claimed $139 million from adults age 60 and older in 2020, up from $84 million the year before. “These scams typically involve criminals who create fake online...Read More
As senior citizens are often targeted by scammers, it is important for them to take measures to protect themselves from financial fraud. Here are some steps seniors can take to prevent fraud: Be aware of common scams: Be familiar with common scams like telemarketing fraud, investment scams, and sweepstakes scams. Keep up-to-date on new and...Read More
On select Monday’s throughout the year, MMCCU members are invited to stop in the lobby to enjoy different member-exclusive treats. Starting on February 6, stop in to grab a fresh-baked cookie. Stay tuned to our social media pages for more details!Read More
Loan Application for 2023–2024 Open as of February 1 Students and families who already know they will need supplemental funds to pay for college in the fall can begin applying for private loan funds now. “There is a good chance that rates will increase by summer when many students and families typically apply for loans,”...Read More
Welcome to Episode Six of “ The Credit You Deserve” podcast. In this episode, host David Murphy, President of Marshfield Medical Center Credit Union, talks with guest Trevor Neufeld from Neufeld Capital Management. In this episode, they talk about the new Secure Act 2.0, which was included in one of the largest bills that were...Read More
