Unless you’re expecting their call, it’s unlikely that’s really Microsoft or the IRS on the line.  That’s just one type of scam out right now; Jim and Kristi share several others to look out for in today’s episode, along with:  Tips to safeguard your financial information  The importance of a “credit freeze,” especially for minors Why someone asking you to wire money or send a gift card or check is a red flag How we help you run a fraud check, if you’re worried you may have been scammed Tap the “play” button to listen to the episode now:  Episode…

Great news for Cheyenne’s economic development: Sales tax receipts for the last quarter were 20% higher than they were at the same time last year!  Hear more from Jim and Kristi about what that means for businesses here in Cheyenne in today’s episode, including:  The types of businesses and industries doing well and growing fast in our area  Which local organizations can help your business succeed  Benefits of doing business in Cheyenne  Tap the “play” button to listen to the episode now: Episode resources  Cheyenne LEADS Cheyenne Chamber of Commerce Be the first to hear our next episode We’re so…

One swipe at the wrong ATM or gas pump, and your financial information could go straight into the hands of a scammer.  The devious device responsible is called a “card skimmer,” and today, First Education President Jim Yates and Vice President of Member Services Kristi Barrowman will teach you: What a card skimmer is What happens if you use one Ways to spot a card skimmer device  How to sign up for alerts so you know right away if your info’s been stolen Tap the “play” button to listen to the episode now: Episode resources  Open your AirTeller app or…

You’ll recognize the host’s friendly voice right away: It’s our own Jim Yates, First Education President!  Each episode, you’ll hear from Jim—and other members of the First Education team—on a variety of financial topics, ranging from making the most of your membership, to making the best financial decisions to reach your goals.  For our first episode, Jim welcomes our Vice President of Member Services, Kristi Barrowman, to share the benefits of being a First Education member, including:  What we consider to be our most important role as your credit union How we decide which new services to add for you…