Identity Theft
NCUA offers extensive information to help consumers identify frauds and scams at its Fraud Prevention Center (new window/tab).
When traveling out of the country, be sure to check your account for suspicious activity. Recently there have been reports of scammers using bluetooth ATM skimming, where the device is installed internally, making it undetectable from the exterior.
ATM Skimming
Criminal Groups are using ATM Skimmers to withdrawal money from member’s accounts. The skimmer allows them to read the debit card and PIN for accounts. These devices snap into place without adhesives or magnets and are of superb quality.
These groups NEVER leave their devices unattended. They arrive on foot and then monitor from nearby vehicles parked in an adjacent parking lot. If a device is discovered do not leave the device or attract attention. Contact law enforcement as discreetly as possible. The suspects will remove the devices as soon as you leave them unattended.
Lost/Stolen Debit/Credit Cards 1-833-305-5912.
Phishers Use Fake Caller ID Numbers
In a new phishing scam, con artists are using phony caller ID numbers to solicit personal information and money. The “spoofers” are able to convince victims that they’re receiving a call from a bank, credit union or credit card company. The scammers use this technique to acquire sensitive personal and financial information, or even money, from their victims.
Protect yourself by following these steps:
- Do not assume that the information displayed on your phone, regarding who the caller is, is accurate. It can easily be spoofed.
- Never give out personal or financial information over the telephone unless you know EXACTLY whom you’re dealing with.
- If you have doubts about who’s on the phone, call back the number of record at your financial institution or credit card company.
VISHING
Vishing is when a caller uses an automated dialing system. The voice system may use phrases such as, “Please contact us immediately about the closing of your account.” The caller will try to trick you in to calling a toll-free number. But that number belongs to a thief, who will collect the financial information you will be asked to enter on your phone’s keypad, like your 16-digit card number.
Take measures to protect your sensitive information:
- Never give personal or financial account information over the telephone if you did not initiate the contact—even if the caller has some of your personal information. Simply hang up.
- Be suspicious of any e-mail that’s short or harsh in tone or contains grammatical errors. Delete it immediately.
- Be suspicious of any phone or e-mail contact that does not use your first and last name.
- Be cautious when asked to enter information into automated phone prompts.
- Avoid clicking on links from unsolicited e-mails.
- Never dial an unfamiliar return phone number received from an e-mail or phone call regarding any financial matter. Check your financial institution’s phone number listed on your account statement or back of your credit card.
- Report suspected fraudulent calls or e-mails to the Federal Trade Commission at www.consumer.gov/idtheft. Forward phishing e-mails to the Anti-Phishing Working Group at reportphishing@antiphishing.org.
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If you think you’ve been caught in a phishing or vishing scam, contact your financial institution immediately
Credit Score
Credit Review
Learn how to improve your credit score! Set up an appointment with us to learn more about how credit works, credit scores, and the credit bureaus. Find out how your score is calculated and learn tips to help you improve your credit rating. The appointment is free and available to all our members. You can contact us at (301) 306-0610 or information (at) ibew26fcu.com to set up your appointment. Appointments can be done in the office or over the phone.
Check your credit score for free and get monthly updates!
Look for the credit score icon on the right hand side of your online banking account page once you’ve logged in. For instructions on how to access your credit score via your mobile device, please download these instructions: Credit Sense on Mobile Banking.
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Annual Meeting
IBEW 26 Federal Credit Union
69th Annual Meeting – Annual Meeting Minutes, April 25, 2023
The meeting was called to order by Richard Warner on the 25th day of April, 2023 at 2:03p.m. at 4371 Parliament Place Lanham MD 20706 and via ZOOM.
The following directors were present: Doreen C. Cleland, Joseph Dabbs, Denise Dellinger, Robert Staton (via Zoom), Keith Sutphin and Richard Warner.
The following directors asked to be excused: John Marlow
Richard Warner ascertained there was a quorum present.
President’s message given by Richard Warner. Rick welcomed everyone to the 69th Annual Meeting celebrating 68 years of service to our members. Rick thanked the staff and welcomed Patty Ahlstrand our new lending specialist. Rick thanked our members and Local 26 our sponsor for their continued support of the Credit Union.
Reading of the minutes by Denise Dellinger, Secretary from the previous annual meeting held the 26th day of April, 2022. Motion, second and approval of the minutes as read.
Treasurer’s Report given by Denise Dellinger. Denise reviewed the Statement of Financial Condition for 2022 (see attached). Denise pointed out the efforts to lower expenses reduced them by approximately $93,000.00 and that we are continuing to look into other expenses that can be eliminated or reduced. Denise reported that CD’s that are maturing are being purchased at a higher rate which will improve income along with our goal to increase the loan portfolio. The goal is to have positive earnings this year. The Credit Union is adequately capitalized and has a strong cash position.
Credit Committee Report given by Robert Staton. Robert reported on loan totals for 2022. There were 516 loan applications. 187 loans were booked in 2022 for over $3 Million Three Hundred Fifty-Eight Thousand Dollars. At the end of 2022 there were 335 Line of Credit Advances totaling $126,000, 708 loans totaling $8.8Million and 533 credit cards with balances of $741,000.
Supervisory Committee Report given by Keith Sutphin reviewing audits performed in 2022 by the Supervisory Committee. He thanked members of the Supervisory Committee performing these audits: Mike Wilson, Bob Nelson, Tom Clark and Shanna Dellinger for their assistance. Outside auditing firm F.I.R.M. Consulting Services, LLC completed necessary audits. NCUA completed their last exam as of June 30, 2022.
Membership Report given by Keith Sutphin for John Marlow reviewing new member audits performed in 2022. There were 192 new members in 2022 and total members as of December 31, 2022 was 2785. John thanked Bob Nelson for his assistance.
Unfinished business: none to report.
New business: CEO report given by Doreen Cleland. Doreen thanked Antwan Benjamin and Martha Bruder for representing the credit union in the Credit Union Cherry Blossom 5k walk benefiting Children’s Miracle Network/Children’s Hospital. The year in review 2022: The educational seminar scheduled was cancelled due to lack of participation. There are other resources members can use for tips on building credit and budgeting that are recommended to members. The HELOC program is still being developed and will hopefully be completed in 2023. Looking forward to 2023: Doreen reported the credit union is in the process of changing the credit card program to reduce expenses and offer members a more robust card with reward points and tap and pay. She pointed out cards will be available to contractors and unions associated with the credit union. In closing she stated the Board has worked hard for several years on reducing expenses and increasing income and this is projected to be our transition year of positive earnings.
Elections- Nominees- no petitions; Nominees will be voted in by acclamation.
Meeting was adjourned at 2:29p.m.
News
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DUE TO THE INCREASE OF INTERNATIONAL FRAUDULENT ACTIVITY, OUR DEBIT CARDS CAN NO LONGER BE USED INTERNATIONALLY. We Suggest using a credit card when traveling outside of the United States. Our credit card has low interest rates and low international fees. Apply now or call us for more information at 301-306-0610.
Allpoint Network
Allpoint ATM’s are readily available in Maryland, DC, Virginia and across the United States.
Visit allpointnetwork.com to find an Allpoint ATM near you.
ATM Service
You can use your debit card at an Accel, Allpoint, or Visa ATM. Allpoint ATMs are readily available all across DC, Maryland, and Virginia.
Visit allpointnetwork.com to find an Allpoint ATM near you.
Visit accelnetwork.com to find an Accel ATM near you.
Visit usa.visa.com to find a VISA ATM near you.
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Need a new PIN number or forget your current one? You can access your PIN 24/7.
More information
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Account Warning
Protecting your account is a top priority for IBEW 26 Federal Credit Union.
We advise members to be diligent and monitor their accounts, as this is the first line of defense in identifying fraud
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If you are out of work and have a loan with the credit union, please contact our office immediately. Contact Denise Dellinger at ddellinger at ibew26fcu.com or 301-306-0610 during office hours (Monday – Friday 8:30am – 4:00pm)
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Fees
IBEW 26 FCU schedule of fees has been updated as of May 2020.
Relationship Pricing- Effective May 1, 2020
Base Building Level
Buildout Level
Full Occupancy Level
| Description | Fee |
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| Account Reconciliation | $25.00 per hour |
| Account Research | $25.00 per hour |
| Account Statements | $4.00 per statement (if not registered for e-statements) |
| ACH NSF Fee | $25.00 per item |
| ACH Overdraft Fee | $15.00 per day |
| ACH Stop Payment | $25.00 |
| Audio Response (4 Free/month then charge) | $2.00 per call |
| Bad Address | $10.00 per withdrawl |
| Balance Inquiries at other ATMs | $2.00 Credit Union Fee |
| Bill Pay | $2.97 if 3 bills are not paid monthly |
| Bill Pay Research Fee | $25.00 each |
| Bill Pay Stop Pay Fee | $25.00 each |
| Blue Pay Fee | $10.00 |
| Check cashing fee for non-members | $5.00 |
| Debit Card Replacement | One FREE every two years, then $15.00 per card |
| Debit PIN Replacement | FREE (1-800-992-3808) |
| Deposited Item Return | $25.00 per item |
| Direct Deposit Correction (after third occurrence) | $25.00 |
| Domestic Wire Transfer (outgoing) | $25.00 per wire |
| Dormant Account | $25.00 per month |
| Escheat Account | $50.00 |
| E-statements | FREE |
| Faxed Photocopy | $5.00 per fax |
| Home and Mobile Banking | FREE |
| IRA Account Opening Fee | $25.00 |
| IRA Withdrawal Fee | Two free per month, then $2.00 per withdrawal after initial two |
| Membership Share | $5.00 par value |
| Money Orders | $3.00 each |
| NSF Fee | $25.00 per item |
| Photocopy | $2.00 per copy |
| Printout on Account Fee | $1.00 per page |
| Share Draft Order | Varies |
| Share Draft Overdraft Fee | $15.00 per day |
| Statement Copy | $5.00 per copy |
| Stop Payment | $25.00 |
| Tax Lien/Garnishment Filing Fee | $75.00 |
| Third Party Credit Union Check | $3.00 |
| Wire Transfer (incoming) | $15.00 |
| Withdrawal Transactions at other ATMs | $1.00 Credit Union Fee (other fees from foreign ATMs may apply) |
Privacy Policy
| FACTS | WHAT DOES IBEW 26 FEDERAL CREDIT UNION DO WITH YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION? | |
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| Why? | Financial companies choose how they share your personal information. Federal law gives consumers the right to limit some but not all sharing. Federal law also requires us to tell you how we collect, share, and protect your personal information. Please read this notice carefully to understand what we do. | |
| What? | The types of personal information we collect and share depend on the product or service you have with us. This information can include:
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| How? | All financial companies need to share customers’ personal information to run their everyday business. In the section below, we list the reasons financial companies can share their customers’ personal information; the reasons IBEW 26 Federal Credit Union chooses to share; and whether you can limit this sharing. | |
| Reasons we can share your personal information | Does IBEW 26 Federal Credit Union share? | Can you limit this sharing? |
| For our everyday business purposes – such as to process your transactions, maintain your account(s), respond to court orders and legal investigations, or to report to credit bureaus | Yes | No |
| For our marketing purposes – to offer our products and services to you | Yes | No |
| For joint marketing with other financial companies | Yes | No |
| For our affiliates’ everyday business purposes – Information about your transactions and experiences |
No | We don’t share |
| For our affiliates’ everyday business purposes – information about your creditworthiness |
No | We don’t share |
| For our affiliates to market to you | No | We don’t share |
| For nonaffiliates to market to you | No | We don’t share |
| Questions? | Call 301-306-0610 or go to www.ibew26fcu.com | |
| What we do | ||
| How does IBEW 26 Federal Credit Union protect my personal information? | To protect your personal information from unauthorized access and use, we use security measures that comply with federal law. These measures include computer safeguards and secured files and buildings. | |
| How does IBEW 26 Federal Credit Union collect my personal information? | We collect your personal information, for example, when you
We also collect your personal information from others, such as credit bureaus, affiliates or other companies. |
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| Why can’t I limit all sharing? | Federal law gives you the right to limit only
State laws and individual companies may give you additional rights to limit sharing. |
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| Definitions | ||
| Affiliates | Companies related by common ownership or control. They can be financial and non-financial companies.
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| Non-affiliates | Companies not related by common ownership or control. They can be financial and non-financial companies.
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| Joint marketing | A formal agreement between non-affiliated financial companies that together market financial products or services to you.
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Accessibility
IBEW 26 FCU is committed to providing a website that is accessible to the possible audience in accordance with ADA standards and guidelines. We are actively working to increase accessibility and usability of our website to everyone. If you are using a screen reader or other auxiliary aid and are having problems using this website, please contact us at 301-306-0610 or information@ibew26fcu.com. All products and services available on this website are available at our branch.
