This time of year, criminals enhance their efforts to steal other people’s money. One of these methods that is still happening in the Portland area is ATM skimming. Criminals need two things to make ATM skimming work: the data from your card’s magnetic strip and your PIN. To capture your data, a skimming device is usually placed where you insert … Read On
We all have a few bad spending habits: That morning latte or the latest release from big-name brands like Apple or Nike. And while overspending here and there won’t ruin you, wrong financial moves can have a lasting, frustrating impact. At a minimum, poor money management can leave you struggling to keep up with your expenses and make it more … Read On
Now is a great time to transfer department store and other high-rate credit card balances to a Trailhead Visa Credit Card. You will pay down debt faster because our balance transfer rates are lower with no expiration date, and there is no annual fee and no balance transfer fee.* Current Rates
Congratulations — you’ve just made it through 12 years of school. Whew! You’ve been busy mastering Algebra II or studying for finals, but don’t forget about your financial wellness. Here’s the lowdown on what you need to know now about money. Open an Account Whether you’re going away to school or staying close to home, it’s time to start managing … Read On
Today, your credit score impacts so much of your financial life. It determines whether or not you qualify for a loan or credit card, dictates what your interest rate will be, and is a major factor considered when renting or owning any property. It may come as a surprise, then, that 1 in 10 Americans don’t have any credit history, … Read On
You value the environment, but you also want value. At Trailhead, we want to help you save money and help our community at the same time. So we are rewarding you with a loan rate discount for choosing a “green” car. Receive 0.25% off your auto loan rate when you finance any of the following vehicle types: Hybrid Electric Vehicle … Read On
Here’s a guide outlining classic online fraud attempts to help you stay cybersecure. You’ve heard the words describing how hackers and scammers gain access to online information, but do you know what they really mean? Phishing, Smishing, hacking, spam? Check out this short guide outlining how to protect yourself and your loved ones from cybercrime and how to keep your … Read On
Keep your finances safe from sneaky scammers this holiday season. It seems just couple of years ago, consumers were skeptical about shopping online, but today, shopping online for everything from groceries to televisions has become the norm. But it comes with some risk. The FBI Internet Crime Report shows that cybercriminals were responsible for $4.1 billion in losses in 2020, … Read On
Fraudsters are continuing to get creative in ways that they can scam money out of innocent people. They will stop at nothing to try and trick you into giving them your personal and account information. It is important to watch out for their latest scams and understand ways to protect yourself. Don’t fall victim to the Mobile Deposit Scam: In … Read On
Trailhead’s Visa Fraud Prevention Service works behind the scenes to monitor your credit and debit card accounts for unusual activity. When abnormal activity is detected, you will receive an automated call or text asking you to verify (or deny) the purchases. Here are 3 steps you can take to protect yourself as well: Make sure your cell phone number is … Read On
