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SIM Swapping attacks are on the rise, stay safe with these tips

What is SIM Swapping?

Have you heard of SIM Swapping? This is where the bad guys call your cell phone carrier, pretend to be you and enable call forwarding. Learn more about this new type of fraud and how to protect yourself.

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2021 Scholarships

Checkout the latest list of annual FCCU scholarship winners from this past year!

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Must Have Car Accessories

You spend a lot of time in your car. Let us help you find the perfect accessories to make it even better.

July 2020 Newsletter

Open your checking account online and earn up to $250 now through August 31, 2020 right from th ecomfort of yur home!

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10 Tactics Scammers Use

Regardless of time, effort and layers of security in place, scammers will never pass on an opportunity to commit fraud. They have some tried and true tricks that unfortunately work in their favor more often than not.

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Budgeting: Large Expenses

Budgeting can be tough. But we have a few tips on how to better prepare for some of life's larger expenses.

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July 4th Activities

There are many ways to enjoy the 4th of July holiday with friends and family this year. Here are a few ideas.

First View - July 2020

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Tower II Construction

Checkout the latest progress in the construction of our Tower II building on the main Copperfield campus.

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New Features in Online Banking

CHECK IT OUT! First Community is excited to share some new updates to our online & mobile banking experience. Find out more below.

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Fun Virtual Activities

Fun virtual activities to stay connected and still have a great time with friends and family.

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Financial Tips for Grads

Life after graduation can be a scary. As you begin to explore the “real world,” have one less concern with these financial tips to prepare for your future.

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Ways to Save: Meal Prep

Eating out can be costly. Here are a few tips on how you can enjoy great meals at home.

Cybercriminal Tactics

Cybercriminals are constantly evolving and learning better ways to launch an attack. Let us help you identify and combat some common threats and tactics.

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Maximize your Tax Refund

As you take a closer look at your finances this year let us help you get the most out of your annual tax return.

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The 50/30/20 Budget

The 50/30/20 rule can be a great guide to help you budget for bills, goals, saving and for other things you may want.

Emergency Preparedness Checklist for Hurricanes

Hurricane Supply Checklist

Do you have everything you need in the case a hurricane comes through? Follow our simple checklist to stay prepared.

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Quick Dinner Ideas

Delicious meals don't have to be stressful to make or expensive. Here are some simple recipes to create a great family meal.

Hurricane Preparedness

Hurricane season is here! Stay prepared with these great tips.

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When to pull from your 401(k)

STOP! Before pulling money from your 401k follow these tips to make sure you aren't costing yourself even more.

First View - April 2020