Here at Ideal CU, our biggest priority is your financial wellness. To help keep you safe, we’ve made this guide about recognizing and protecting yourself from scams.

Has this ever happened to you - you're surfing Craigslist and find this GREAT DEAL you have been looking for. It almost seems to good to be true, but there it is, just waiting for you to respond. But how do you know it's safe? Here are 5 helpful ways to avoid getting scammed on Craiglist that can save you a lot of grief and money!

Jury duty is a civic responsibility for U.S. citizens that enables the courts to serve justice in a fair and efficient manner. Unfortunately, it is also used as cover for scams. Here’s what you need to know about jury duty scams.

Back-to-school season means a flurry of shopping — and a flurry of scams. Scammers know that students and their parents are caught up in a frenzy of preparations and errands and are, therefore, more likely to fall victim to schemes. As you get ready for school, look out for these scams targeting college students and parents of private school students that tend to peak before the start of the school year.