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Whether you are holiday shopping or just trying to make the season merrier, you still need to be aware of the scams that occur during this season. You should always remain cautious about scams but, during the holiday season is a good time to stay extra vigilant. Check out this list of 12 scams to avoid and how to keep your financials safe.

Holiday shopping is in full force, and that means scammers are busy – on the internet, at the mall, and possibly even at your front door. Use these tips to keep your finances safe and secure now and into the new year.

Located conveniently in your Dominion Energy Credit Union app, Zelle^® enables you to send and receive money with friends and family, wherever they bank in the U.S. 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

The rise in popularity of digital payments also unfortunately means an increase in digital payment fraud. There have been reports recently of individuals receiving texts that appear to be from their credit union investigating potential fraud. However, these are fraudsters trying to appear to be legitimate to steal information or fast cash from the member.

April is financial literacy month! It is a great time to teach children and young adults how to handle their finances to know the importance of savings and how to be responsible with money. Here are some easy tips on how to get started.

If you are considering buying a car, check out these tips to get the best financing possible and save money overall!