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December 1, 2021
The holiday shopping season is upon us! If you're like the majority of shoppers, you'll probably be making most of your gift purchases online.
While there are the well-known retailers you are familiar with, don’t forget that a lot of small and local businesses also have online storefronts available to shop. Shopping locally, even online, is a great way to support your local economy and community. Visit The Chamber of Manitowoc County for a list of all local businesses who also have an online storefront.
According to the National Retail Federation (NRF), online shopping is the busiest during the winter holidays. Unfortunately, due to an increase in shopping, it's also the season when online scammers shop for victims. A 2020 Experian survey reports that 25 percent of Americans have been victims of fraud during the holidays.
At UnitedOne Credit Union, keeping your finances safe and secure is an ongoing mission. One of the best ways to protect your accounts is to become an educated online consumer. Our Digital Safety brochure outlines online security practices you can use year-round.
Here are some additional tips to help keep you and your accounts safe as you make your holiday purchases from the comfort of your own home:
If you have any questions about your financial safety or believe your account has been compromised, please do not hesitate to contact us. We are always here to help! You can contact us by calling either our Manitowoc office at (920) 684-0361 or our Sheboygan office at (920) 451-8222, or by sending us an email.
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Sources
https://chambermanitowoccounty.org/shopmanitowoccounty-com/8452/
https://www.experian.com/blogs/ask-experian/survey-some-consumers-would-risk-identity-theft-for-an-online-holiday-deal/
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