DepositAccounts.com, a subsidiary of LendingTree, has released its list of 2021 Health Grades for credit unions and banks in the United States. DuTrac Community Credit Union has earned an A+ rating. Each quarter, the organization evaluates the financial health of more than 4,000 federally insured bank and nearly 3,000 federally insured credit unions in the country....
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Resources for Those Impacted by Severe Weather
Following the recent severe weather across the state, Governor Kim Reynolds has issued multiple press releases announcing disaster proclamations for 49 counties (initial press release for 43 counties, second press release for additional six counties). For more information on available resources at the state level, click here. In addition, the Iowa Credit Union Foundation (ICUF)...
Protecting Yourself from Identity Theft, Part 2
The incidence of identity theft is on the rise. In fact, according to the Aite Group, 47% of Americans experienced financial identity theft in 2020. However, there are plenty of things you can do to protect yourself and your financial records from would-be hackers. Jason Norton, DuTrac’s Senior Vice President of Marketing, recently talked with...
Protecting Yourself from Identity Theft, Part 1
With the holidays around the corner, it’s more important than ever to be wary of identity theft. Jason Norton, DuTrac’s Senior Vice President of Marketing, recently talked with WQAD about things you can do to protect your financial accounts. Learn more about how to spot a skimmer, the benefits of regularly checking your account, and...
Be Aware of Scammers Asking for Your Money
Scammers have been finding ways to get people to pay with gift cards or by wiring money for many years. Scammers love getting you to pay that way because they can get your money fast and disappear. It is almost as good as getting you to send cold, hard cash. Which must have occurred to...
Fall 2021 Newsletter
Read the latest news from DuTrac Community Credit Union: Fall 2021 Update.
Holiday Budget Game Plan
Financial stress can take the joy out of the holiday season, but there are some small steps you can take to limit spending during this time of year. Budgeting: Budgeting is one of the simplest ways to save money. Allow yourself a certain amount to spend on various holiday needs and be diligent in staying within your...
Moving Up: Weighing Whether to Rent or Buy
Buying a house can be a life-changing experience. Each step along the home ownership journey requires either a good deal of time or money: The time to select and meet with a mortgage lender and gather the necessary information to determine the borrower’s qualification for a home mortgage; The time to collect, in addition to,...
Things to Consider When Buying a Home
The latest issue is available! Explore topics including why you shouldn’t wait until spring to buy a home, the winter housing market forecast, home price appreciation, key terms to know in the home buying process, and more. Winter 2021 Edition





