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 Cards 1-800-472-3272 Lost/Stolen Credit Cards 1-800-822-8968
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.
:: Electronic mail is not secure, and confidential or personal information should not be communicated in this manner ::
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.
IBEW 26 FCU partners with Guidewell Solutions to offer members a discount on financial literacy education and services. This includes credit counseling, bankruptcy advice, housing counseling, financial coaching, and general financial education.
Visit Guidewell Solutions’ website to find out more about their services: http://www.guidewellfs.org/about-us/our-services (new window/tab)
Call 1-800-642-2227 or email info (at) guidewellfs.org for more information.
Consumer Credit Counseling Service of Maryland and Delaware is now doing business as Guidewell Financial Solutions.
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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Newsletter
- March 2019 Newsletter (PDF-new window/tab)
- February 2019 Newsletter (PDF-new window/tab)
- IBEW 26 FCU Winter Newsletter
- Card Valet Newsletter 3.15.18 (PDF-new window/tab)
- Mortgage 3.22.18 (PDF-new window/tab)
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Annual Meeting
2019 Annual Meeting of the Membership
IBEW 26 Federal Credit Union
64th Annual Meeting
Annual Meeting Minutes, April 23, 2019
The meeting was called to order by George Hogan on the 23rd day of April 2019 at 4:41p.m. at 4371 Parliament Place, Lanham, MD 20706.
The following directors were present: Doreen C. Cleland, Denise Dellinger, George C. Hogan, John Marlow, Robert Staton (by phone) and Richard Warner.
The following directors asked to be excused: Keith Sutphin.
George Hogan ascertained there was a quorum present.
President’s message given by George Hogan. George welcomed everyone to the 65th Annual Meeting celebrating 64 years of service to our members. George thanked everyone for their hard work and support of the Credit Union.
Reading of the minutes by Richard Warner, Secretary from the previous annual meeting held the 24th day of April, 2018. Motion, second and approval of the minutes as read.
Treasurer’s Report given by Denise Dellinger. Denise reviewed the Statement of Financial Condition for 2018. Denise reported that the loan portfolio grew in 2018 also increasing loan interest. We anticipate continued loan growth and ending the year again with positive earnings. The credit union is still well capitalized and has a strong cash position. The Board is committed to protecting the interest of the credit union members.
Credit Committee Report given by Rick Warner for Robert Staton. Robert reported on loan totals for 2018.
Supervisory Committee Report given by Kevin Hitaffer for Keith Sutphin reviewing audits performed in 2018. Keith thanked Joe Dabbs, Mike Shoemaker, John Marlow, Kevin Hitaffer and John Leslie for their assistance with the audits. Keith thanked the Credit Union staff for all they do on a daily basis.
Membership Report given by John Marlow regarding new member audits performed in 2018.
Unfinished business: none to report.
New business: CEO report given by Doreen Cleland reviewing services implemented and events in 2018 and looking forward to 2019.
Elections– Nominees- no petitions; Nominees will be voted in by acclamation
Meeting was adjourned at 5:03p.m.
The slate of officers was elected as follows:
President George Hogan
1st Vice President Keith Sutphin
2nd Vice President John Marlow
Treasurer Denise Dellinger
Secretary Richard Warner
Director Doreen C Cleland
Director Robert Staton
Supervisory Committee appointed as follows:
Keith Sutphin Chairman & Secretary
Joseph Dabbs
Kevin Hitaffer
John Leslie
Mike Shoemaker
News
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
We want to remind our members that Allpoint Network will be removed from the vast majority of 7-Eleven stores in the United States, effective July 1, 2017. Cardholders will begin to see a surcharge screen on these ATMs as of this date and will be charged a surcharge if you choose to accept the fee.
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.
Equifax – Recently there was a massive data breach at Equifax, a credit monitoring service. According to Equifax, most of the consumer information accessed includes names, Social Security numbers, birth dates, addresses, and in some instances, driver’s license numbers. In addition, credit card numbers for approximately 209,000 consumers and certain dispute documents, which included personal identifying information, for approximately 182,000 consumers were accessed.
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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IBEW 26 Federal Credit Union does not collect cookies or visitor information.
Fees
IBEW 26 FCU schedule of fees has been updated as of May 2016.
Relationship Pricing- Effective May 2, 2016
Base Building Level
Buildout Level
Full Occupancy Level
| Description | Fee |
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| Account Reconciliation | $20.00 per hour |
| Account Research | $20.00 per hour |
| Account Statements | $2.00 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 | $20.00 |
| Audio Response (6 Free/month then charge) | $10.00 |
| Bad Address | $10.00 per withdrawl |
| Balance Inquiries at other ATMs | $1.00 Credit Union Fee |
| Bill Pay | $2.97 if 3 bills are not paid monthly |
| Bill Pay Research Fee | $20.00 each |
| Bill Pay Stop Pay Fee | $20.00 each |
| 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 (1-800-757-9848) |
| Deposited Item Return | $20.00 per item |
| Domestic Wire Transfer (outgoing) | $20.00 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 |
| International Wire Transfer (outgoing) | Varies |
| 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 |
| Share Savings Account Finder Fee | $5.00 per year |
| Statement Copy | $5.00 per copy |
| Stop Payment | $20.00 |
| Third Party Credit Union Check | $3.00 |
| Western Union (domestic) | $25.00 per request |
| Wire Transfer (incoming) | $5.00 |
| 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.
