Security Scott returns in....SCAMS.
Unfortunately scammers have gotten more sophisticated and can "spoof" phone numbers making it appear they're coming from someone you know and trust. Remember, Ent will never ask for your PIN number, your online banking username OR your password.
We want you to stay safe! #sharkweek
Did you know one of the best ways to secure your information is to keep the software up to date on your devices? Every internet-connected device is an entry point for a cyber criminal. If you connect it, protect it.
Do Your Part. Be #CyberSmart
Happy Friday! Do you know someone headed to college next fall?
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the 2021-22 academic year is now open!
Follow these tips to make the process easier:
✏️Start early – the sooner you apply the more aid you could be eligible for!
✏️Know your deadlines – be aware that your school could have their own deadlines that are different from the Federal deadlines.
✏️ Fill out the form completely and follow the directions – errors on your application may cause delays and limit how much aid you can receive!
For more information visit https://bit.ly/2GhuMUf.
#FinancialFriday
October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month! All month long we'll provide tips and resources to help you stay safe online. We'll also have a series of 3 quizzes you can take and be entered to win prizes, starting on Tuesday 10/6. Remember, do your part and be #CyberSmart!
Have you been tuning into our Retirement Series with Pikes Peak Area Council of Governments? Well the third session in the series is next Monday, Oct. 5 at 4pm: Estate Planning.
We'll help you learn about wills, medical and financial powers of attorney, living wills and creating a vital information list, including the location of your will and a list of personal contacts.
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MON, OCT 5 AT 4:00 PM MDT
Estate Planning - Ent Retirement Session #3
A few of our helpers created Halloween decorations for Children’s Hospital Colorado last week. Halloween may be a bit different this year, but it doesn't have to be any less festive!🎃
This is it! Our final quiz for Cybersecurity Awareness Month. Take our quiz about usernames and passwords and be entered to win a $150 Best Buy gift card https://woobox.com/9ujx59.
If you've taken all of our quizzes this month, you'll be entered to win our Grand Prize and we'll announce all of the winners next week.
Remember to protect yourself from cybercrime by being #CyberSmart.
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If you've never purchased a home before, some of the terms can be confusing. That's why we have a Mortgage Glossary to help!
Check out the definitions of terms like Qualifying Ratios, Amortization and Closing Costs at https://bit.ly/2FOcxFS
#MortgageMonday
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Everyone is busy which makes it easy to click on an email link without thinking about it...but you need to stay vigilant against phishing attempts.
Tips for Spotting a Phish:
✅ They offer financial reward, threaten you or claim to need help.
✅ They ask for your personal info.
✅ They want you to download a file or click on a link.
Do your part, be #CyberSmart.
SECURITY ALERT: Scammers are targeting banks and credit unions like Ent and spoofing their phone numbers so it may appear like it’s coming from Ent.
REMINDER – we will never ask you for:
- PIN number
- Online banking username or your password
- Social security number
- CVV2 code
- Verification code
Do not give out this information over the phone, email, text or social media messaging. For further information visit Ent.com/Security - we want you to stay safe!
Help us support United Way of Larimer County wildfire relief efforts! We're offering a $50,000 matching grant so if you donate by the end of November, this will DOUBLE your impact.
If you can, please consider giving today at https://uwaylc.org/post/Ent-Credit-Union-Announces-S50K-Match-for-Larimer-County-Fire-Recovery-Fund
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Double your Impact when you give to the Larimer County Fire Recovery Fund
Happy Veterans Day to those who have served, or are currently serving our country. Today we honor you and your families, and we sincerely thank you.
We also invite you to tell us about your favorite veteran below in the comments.🇺🇸
We will be closed tomorrow, Wednesday, November 11, in observance of Veterans Day.
Our ATMs and online and mobile banking are available 24/7 to transfer funds, pay loans, deposit checks and more, simply log in at Ent.com.
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We've partnered with United Way of Larimer County to support their wildfire relief efforts. Although recent snowfalls have helped some, multiple fires continue to present a danger to structures, residents, and firefighters.
Ent is offering a $50,000 matching grant so if you donate by the end of November, this will DOUBLE your impact. If you can, please consider giving today at https://uwaylc.org and help us get to $100,000!
It's almost time again for the 9NEWS Parade of Lights! It's going to look a little different this year, but starting on 11/27 from 5-7pm you can come see Santa Claus at our float in Larimer Square on Friday and Saturday evenings through the end of the year.
We'll be providing more details and surprises as it gets closer, but mark your calendars now!
9NEWS Parade of Lights
November 6 at 6:00 PM ·
Last year: Major Waddles. This year: SANTA CLAUS!
Come visit the #DENParadeofLights this year as Ent Credit Union hosts the one and only Santa Claus Friday and Saturday evenings from 5-7pm starting 11/27. Our elves may even have a few surprises for you.😉
Colorado’s leading credit union is excited to bring holiday cheer – and banking for your best life – to our Denver area locations. Find our locations at: https://bit.ly/2TWYgKq
DON'T BE FOOLED! Unfortunately scammers don't take a holiday break. We've had reports of scammers spoofing Ent phone numbers and/or texting members to attempt to gain personal information.
Security Scott reminds you to follow these rules to help keep your information safe:
✔️We will not use "Ent Federal Credit Union" or "ENT Credit Union" (we don't use the word "federal" or all caps)
✔️Always call our main number (800) 525-9623 to double check an unsolicited message to check validity, do not call the number in the text/email
✔️Remember that Ent will NEVER ask you for:
- PIN number
- Online banking username and password.
- CVV2 code
- Full Social Security number
- Verification code
If you want more tips or resources, visit Ent.com/Security. We want you to stay safe!
We don't want you to relive the same financial day over and over if we can help it! Saving just a little each month can help chase away the shadow hanging over your finances and help you feel more secure when the unexpected happens. AND you can win money!
Check out our Save a little. Win a lot. program at Ent.com/SaveWin.
#GroundhogDay
It's time! YES Grant applications are NOW OPEN. If you're a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that helps Colorado youth, visit Ent.com/YESGrants to apply now.
We believe supporting communities starts with our youth and are proud to enter our 21st year of the YES Grant program.❤️
Know a nonprofit that may be interested? Tag them in the comments!
NOTICE: Online and mobile banking issues have been resolved. We sincerely apologize for the inconvenience, and thank everyone for their patience.
Just a reminder as we continue to work through our Online and Mobile Banking issues, deposits and transfers may still be done at most Ent ATMs. Thank you for your continued patience.
MEMBER NOTICE: Your 2020 Ent Extras® deposits and qualifying loan balances are about to pay off! As a benefit of being an owner-member your Owner Rewards will be deposited into your Ent Extras Savings account after 7 p.m. MT today, Sunday, Jan. 31.
We appreciate you, and thank you for being a member!❤️