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Why You Should Start Saving and Ways to Kickstart the Habit

Logix / May 2, 2018

While most people realize monetary savings are important, more than half of adults in America reported having less than $1,000 squirreled away in 2017. As many as 39 percent -- that's over a third -- said they had nothing saved. The economic climate for many people hasn't led to extreme savings, but putting aside just a little for that inevitable rainy day can make a huge difference in your stress level and future monetary woes. Here's a look at why you should start saving and how to get into the habit.

Logix in the Community – Project Linus

Alethia C. / April 16, 2018

Later this year, our Logix employees will have an opportunity to give back to our Santa Clarita community in a very special way. We'll be making blankets for Project Linus, a nonprofit that makes and donates blankets that are then used to comfort children in the NICU.

Smarter Banking 2.0: Logix Live Chat

Juan Becerra / March 29, 2018

As consumers, we all know what it’s like. You’re on a company’s website hoping to find information or maybe even answers that will help you make a purchase, only to get lost and frustrated online. I know it’s happened to me. If you want convenience and superior member experience, one tool that can help deliver that high level of personalized service member’s demand is our Live Chat feature.

Auto Expert – Free Help for Your Next Vehicle Purchase

Logix / February 17, 2018

Some people genuinely enjoy the process of buying a new vehicle. The dealerships, the research, the haggling, and even the salespeople. Then, there are some people who would rather experience none of that at all. In fact, they’d prefer that someone else (who loves doing all of that) do it for them instead. That ‘someone else’ has to exist, right? Well, they do.

FTC Announcement Regarding “Western Union Refunds”

Sherlogix Holmes / December 12, 2017

The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) recently announced some good news for those who fell victim to scams involving wiring funds via Western Union: they can submit a claim by February 12, 2018 to get their money back.

A letter from our CEO – What to expect in 2018

Dave Styler / December 2, 2017

Superior member value comes in many forms, and as another successful year comes to a close, our CEO details some of the plans in place to deliver value in 2018.

How to Prepare for Financial Instability

Charles Haine / November 29, 2017

We would all love to know ahead of time about upcoming bills. It would be the easiest thing in the world to plan or save for things if we knew every single expense that was coming down the pike. While some of us wouldn’t save

Balancing Your Checking Account

Kayleen Kavanagh / November 27, 2017

If you don’t have a system in place for balancing your checking account, beyond mentally deducting each bill payment, please read on. There’s an easy and quick way of doing so in your Logix online banking account. This is a test. Can you identify what's pictured in the image below?

New Twist on the Popular Tech Support Scam Has Surfaced

Sherlogix Holmes / November 13, 2017

Phishing attacks are always evolving and trying to force us into ignoring our own good sense. A common attack is the infamous technical support scam. Historically, this involved a phone call from someone claiming you need help with your computer, an email message that directed users to fake sites where malware was installed, or a fake tech support popup message requesting payment card numbers. While those are still common, Microsoft researchers have discovered a new play on this scam.

How to Travel on a Budget

Paco de Leon / November 8, 2017

Traveling is the new luxury and experiences are being commodified and sold through pictures online. Whether you’re making six figures or just starting out, you should always create a budget for your travels. The budget is relative. It’s relative to what you earn and how much you spend in other areas of your life.

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