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Happy 45th Anniversary to Marie Betti!

In March of 2024, Marie celebrated 45 years with Western New York Federal Credit Union. Marie started
working for the credit union in March of 1979, where she was hired as a Clerk/Teller and promoted to Manager in 1986. Not long after, Marie became CEO/Treasurer in 1994.

What to do when a loved one passes away

Dealing with the death of a loved one is made even more difficult when navigating how to handle their financial affairs and prevent scammers from stealing their identity.  Here is what to do when a loved one passes away and you need to settle their finances. 

Can You Get Your Money Back From Payment App Scams?

Using payment apps can make paying for items fast and easy. But, scammers can use them to get you give over your money and, unfortunately, you generally cannot get your money back from a payment app scam.  If you make a payment that you didn’t mean to, or realize that you’ve been caught up in a scam, it’s unlikely you’ll receive your money back. 

Stay Safe While Shopping Online

Check out this article from the National Cybersecurity Alliance on staying safe while shopping online this holiday season:

Learn About Medicare Enrollment Scams

Scams flourish during Medicare Open Enrollment! Protect yourself!

Open enrollment runs from the middle of October through the middle of December and scams abound during this time, as people scramble to understand their health insurance options.  Scammers take advantage of people’s confusion and anxiety and try to lure unsuspecting victims into giving them money and personal information.  

Here’s how to protect yourself: