http://www.purdueefcu.com/news/ News and Alerts from Purdue Employees Federal Credit Union Credit Unions Financial Services Copyright 2008 Purdue Employees Federal Credit Union http://www.purdueefcu.com/images/graphics/RSSLogo.gif http://www.purdueefcu.com/news/ PEFCU Logo 31 88 en-us Sat, 07 Nov 2009 01:00:00 -0500 Sat, 07 Nov 2009 01:00:00 -0500 In this new scam, store employees add cash back to your credit or debit card purchases even though you don't request cash back. Then they either pocket the money or give it to their friends who are behind you in line. Fri, 06 Nov 2009 01:00:00 -0500 http://www.purdueefcu.com/1106090100.jsp http://www.purdueefcu.com/1106090100.jsp Through the credit union shared branch network, members of Purdue Employees Federal Credit Union (PEFCU) can access their accounts at 201 shared Indiana locations and thousands of locations nationwide. That is more branches than any other financial institution that does business in the state, including large regional institutions JP Morgan Chase, PNC/National City and Fifth Third. Tue, 03 Nov 2009 12:00:00 -0500 http://www.purdueefcu.com/1103091200.jsp http://www.purdueefcu.com/1103091200.jsp The Indiana Credit Union League (ICUL) recognized Purdue Employees Federal Credit Union (PEFCU) with a Dora Maxwell Social Responsibility Award honorable mention during its annual Chairman's Awards Banquet held Friday, September 11, in Indianapolis. Thu, 29 Oct 2009 12:00:00 -0500 http://www.purdueefcu.com/1029091200.jsp http://www.purdueefcu.com/1029091200.jsp The YWCA Greater Lafayette provides vital programs for the local community and on Tuesday, September 29, PEFCU executives and managers gave back to the worthy organization by contributing 100 hours of service (25 staff for four hours). Tue, 20 Oct 2009 12:00:00 -0500 http://www.purdueefcu.com/1020091200.jsp http://www.purdueefcu.com/1020091200.jsp Purdue Employees Federal Credit Union (PEFCU) announces Ryan Chibana, a Lafayette Jefferson High School student, the first-place winner in its "It's My Money. It's My Choice. Fri, 16 Oct 2009 12:00:00 -0500 http://www.purdueefcu.com/1016091200.jsp http://www.purdueefcu.com/1016091200.jsp All year credit unions have been celebrating their 100-year birthday in the United States and their innumerable contributions to consumer finance in our nation. Thu, 15 Oct 2009 12:00:00 -0500 http://www.purdueefcu.com/1015091200.jsp http://www.purdueefcu.com/1015091200.jsp PEFCU is one of nearly 2,000 credit unions participating in a vehicle purchase price discount program from General Motors Corporation designed exclusively for credit union members. Thu, 24 Sep 2009 12:00:00 -0500 http://www.purdueefcu.com/0924091200.jsp http://www.purdueefcu.com/0924091200.jsp In honor of this year's International Credit Union Day, Purdue Employees Federal Credit Union (PEFCU) invites local high-school students to showcase their creative talents in a video contest for a chance to win up to $500. Tue, 22 Sep 2009 12:00:00 -0500 http://www.purdueefcu.com/0922091200.jsp http://www.purdueefcu.com/0922091200.jsp ITaP is warning the Purdue community and affiliate organizations about reports of a targeted e-mail scam alleging to be from the 'webmaster' of Purdue University. This scam appears to be directed to organizations that are closely affiliated with Purdue, but it could be directed to individuals affiliated with Purdue University as well. Wed, 02 Sep 2009 11:00:00 -0500 http://www.purdueefcu.com/0902091100.jsp http://www.purdueefcu.com/0902091100.jsp College students have a great risk of becoming a victim of identity theft through five common scams. These 5 scams are common, visit the article to read more. Tue, 01 Sep 2009 12:00:00 -0500 http://www.purdueefcu.com/0901091200.jsp http://www.purdueefcu.com/0901091200.jsp Purdue Employees Federal Credit Union (PEFCU) announces a private loan that helps students save money, build their credit, and repay their student loan debt faster. With the new Smart Option Student Loan(SM) by PEFCU, a typical member would pay off the balance nine years sooner and would save an estimated nearly 60 percent in finance charges, compared to most other private student loan alternatives. Tue, 25 Aug 2009 12:00:00 -0500 http://www.purdueefcu.com/0825091200.jsp http://www.purdueefcu.com/0825091200.jsp If you know some college students heading back to the dorms this month, do them a favor: Tell them now what they probably will wish they'd known when they left home. Make sure they understand how to track their spending and manage their finances before setting foot on campus, say Credit Union National Association Center for Personal Finance editors. Mon, 03 Aug 2009 16:00:00 -0500 http://www.purdueefcu.com/0803091600.jsp http://www.purdueefcu.com/0803091600.jsp The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration is warning car shoppers that official-looking sites have sprung up, offering information on the program and asking for personal data or preregistration. If a Web site uses the words cash for clunkers, it's not official at all. The program's name is Car Allowance Rebate System. Thu, 30 Jul 2009 14:00:00 -0500 http://www.purdueefcu.com/0730091400.jsp http://www.purdueefcu.com/0730091400.jsp Most young people don't think insurance is important, that is until they need it. Because young adults aren't wallowing in disposable income, insurance often gets lost in the shuffle of rent, gas and other routine bills. Here's how to protect yourself against the unexpected without spending a fortune. Fri, 24 Jul 2009 09:00:00 -0500 http://www.purdueefcu.com/0724090900.jsp http://www.purdueefcu.com/0724090900.jsp Purdue Employees Federal Credit Union (PEFCU) announces the first winner of its 40,000-point giveaway: Mariam Al Kendi. Fri, 10 Jul 2009 12:00:00 -0500 http://www.purdueefcu.com/0710091200.jsp http://www.purdueefcu.com/0710091200.jsp PEFCU President and CEO Bob Falk, and New Orleans Saints Quarterback and PEFCU Spokesperson Drew Brees, presented Visa's Financial Football program, an interactive money-management game designed to teach students important money management skills. Wed, 24 Jun 2009 12:00:00 -0500 http://www.purdueefcu.com/0624091200.jsp http://www.purdueefcu.com/0624091200.jsp PEFCU hosted a private golf outing with NFL New Orleans Saints Quarterback Drew Brees and a few dozen golfers June 22, 2009 at the Birck Boilermaker Golf Complex to help raise $50,000 for the Purdue Athletes Life Success (PALS) program at Purdue University. Tue, 23 Jun 2009 12:00:00 -0500 http://www.purdueefcu.com/0623091200.jsp http://www.purdueefcu.com/0623091200.jsp The Helping Families Save Their Homes Act of 2009, signed into law May 20, 2009, includes a provision extending $250,000 share insurance coverage provided by the National Credit Union Share Insurance Fund through December 31, 2013. Previously, this level of coverage was set to expire December 31, 2009. The new law also requires NCUA to use the higher $250,000 standard maximum share insurance amount when making decisions about premiums and administering insurance deposit adjustments. Tue, 26 May 2009 12:00:00 -0500 http://www.purdueefcu.com/0526091200.jsp http://www.purdueefcu.com/0526091200.jsp Americans rate moving as the third most stressful life event after death and divorce. Fortunately the Internet has hundreds of sites to help you plan, research, budget and shop for moving day. Many even offer huge discounts you can't find elsewhere. Mon, 8 Jun 2009 12:00:00 -0500 http://www.purdueefcu.com/0608091200.jsp http://www.purdueefcu.com/0608091200.jsp The financial decisions you make immediately after college graduation will have a big impact on your future. Since you're in your 20s, you have a financial asset money can't buy-time. And time makes your money grow. Here are some steps you should take to make sure you're headed in the right direction. Mon, 18 May 2009 17:35:00 -0500 http://www.purdueefcu.com/0518091735.jsp http://www.purdueefcu.com/0518091735.jsp