It’s no secret that People Helping People is an integral philosophy to our credit union. For 2019, we’re happy to join forces, once again, with The Alameda County Community Food Bank and the Food Bank of Contra Costa & Solano for our annual holiday food drive to help those in need. Stop by one of our […]
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Miracle Jeans Day – Going Casual for the Kids
It’s amazing what dedicated teamwork can do. SafeAmerica Credit Union employees are “going casual for the kids” and participating in Miracle Jeans Day, a fundraiser benefiting UCSF Benioff Children’s Hospital Oakland. Starting August 16, 2019 and running through Miracle Jeans Day on September 11, 2019, credit union staff will donate $5 to the Children’s Miracle […]
Protect Your Private Information and Financial Records from Hackers
There are several ways you can better safeguard your financial information. In the wake of the recent CapitalOne data breach, it’s only natural to start thinking about how you can protect your own personal data. These few, simple tips will not only help protect you and your financial integrity, but can also give you peace […]
Is It a Good Idea to Refinance My Auto Loan?
If you have an auto loan, you may want to consider the different ways refinancing may be able to save you some money. How it works When you refinance an auto loan, you’re essentially paying off your loan balance with one lender and transferring that balance to another lender who may be offering a better […]
SafeAmerica Employees and Members Raise $1,100 for Red Nose Day
SafeAmerica Credit Union employees and members came together on May 23, 2019 to show their support for Red Nose Day – helping to end child poverty, one nose at a time. Employees donated $20 each in exchange for wearing jeans for an entire week. The results were astounding! We raised $1,104 from jean donations along […]
Get $50 When You Open a ScholarShare 529 Plan, Plus a Free Webinar
Get $50 when you open a ScholarShare 529 account between May 28 and May 31, 2019.* 100% tax-free growth can mean more money for college. What is a 529 account? A 529 plan is an account that allows you to invest specifically for future education expenses. Similar to IRAs and 401(k)/403(b) plans designed to […]
Four Simple Money-Smart Actions You Can Take in Financial Literacy Month
Did you know that April is Financial Literacy Month? An entire month devoted to learning about money may sound extreme… until you read the stats. According to a recent survey, only 57% of adult Americans understand basic financial concepts. A lack of knowledge isn’t just bad for your brain; it’s dangerous for your wallet. So […]
Online Banking Enhancements
We value our members and the commitment you make to us everyday. That’s why we’re always looking for ways to improve upon the services you value most. We hope you enjoy these added features you can now find in online and mobile banking: Optimized login speed View pending payments in your transaction history Search transactions […]
