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We’re seeing more scams where fraudsters pretend to be Power Financial Credit Union employees. These scammers will spoof our phone number or email address to gain your trust, then try to trick you into sharing personal or financial information.
You may be sent a check and asked to send some money back — usually through crypto, wire, or gift cards. It might be for a “prize” or as part of an overpayment scheme. Once the check bounces, you're left responsible for the full amount.
Stay informed. Stay alert. And remember: We’ll never ask for your password, full debit card number, or to send money to protect your account.
Common Scam Tactics We’re Seeing
Spoofing Scams
The fraudster uses caller ID to make it look like Power Financial Credit Union is calling you. They may claim your account has suspicious activity and pressure you to “verify” your information or make a payment to “protect” your funds.
Fake Check Scams
You may be sent a check and asked to send some money back — usually through crypto, wire, or gift cards. It might be for a “prize” or as part of an overpayment scheme. Once the check bounces, you're left responsible for the full amount. Smishing (Text Phishing)
You receive a text that looks like it’s from Power Financial Credit Union, a delivery service, or even a government agency. The link leads to a fake site asking for account or payment information.
Protect Yourself with These Tips
- Verify every call. If someone claims they’re from the credit union, hang up and call us directly at 800-548-5465. Don’t trust caller ID.
- Don’t click suspicious links. Whether via text or email, don’t click links you weren’t expecting. Go directly to our website or app instead.
- Never send money to someone you haven’t met. Especially if the payment is requested in cryptocurrency or gift cards.
- Pause if pressured. Urgency is a red flag. A real Power Financial Credit Union team member will never pressure you to act immediately.