Safety Tips for Mobile Devices

Smartphones - Cell Phones - Tablets

The use of the Internet and Apps on mobile devices is growing in popularity.  Because of this, it's important to know the potential risks when using mobile devices and ways to protect yourself.  Here are some things to consider:

Set passwords and auto lockout features.  Be sure your password is not easy to guess, and employ the use of an auto lockout feature when the device is inactive.

Update your software.  Apple and Andriod have security upgrades for their software.  Upgrades are not always automatic, so check your mobile device to see if your softwear is up-to-date.

Install anti-malware software onto your phone. There are a number of software services available to help protect against software attacks such as a virus, worm or Trojan horse.

Security for Online Banking on a computer also applies to phones. Guard against email and text message scams that attempt to get your personal information. Do not share personal information via email or text messages. LA Financial never solicits personal information.

Take care when using Wi-Fi. If you use Wi-Fi, be sure to use a secure Wi-Fi connection when conducting personal business on a mobile device. Free Public Wi-Fi access that does not require a user name and password is not secure. For websites that require login, look for he letter "s" in the "https" web site address and encrypted software or the lock symbol.  LA Financial's Mobile Banking Site and Apps are encrypted which means they are protected.

Download secure apps from reliable sources. Be sure you are downloading from an original source store. Links or unreliable sources have the potential for obtaining malware or a virus.  LA Financial Apps for Apple and Android ar secure and ony available from the Apple iTunes App Store or Google Play Store.

While LA Financial works to ensure member protection when using credit union systems and services,  we hope you will be aware of ways to protect yourself when using moble devices.  In addition, please contact us if you suspect your personal information has been compromised or fraud on your account has occurred.

Our members are automatically entered to win $250 just by using their CU debit or credit card at any Mogl restaurant

LA Financial members are automatically entered to win $250 just by using their LA Financial debit or credit card at any MOGL restaurant.  For more information or to find a participating restaurant, download the Mogl app or go to http://lafinancial.mogl.com/

Save up to 15% with Turbo Tax

Save up to 15% with Turbo Tax

This year, accomplish something you never thought possible – do your own taxes. With TurboTax, you can be confident they’ll be done right. Plus, LA Financial Credit Union members save up to $15 on TurboTax federal products.

• No tax knowledge needed. TurboTax translates taxes into simple questions about your life, and puts your information in the right places for you.

• Double checks as you go. TurboTax coaches you every step of the way and automatically double checks your return for errors.

• You’re never alone. If you have questions, TurboTax has answers and is ready to help.

As always, with TurboTax you’re guaranteed to get your maximum refund – or your money back.1

Get started with TurboTax today and save!  Click here!!

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Important Message Regarding Target Data Breach

A Message for Members about Account Security


The recent data breach announced by Target at its stores in the U.S. between November 27 and December 15 has created a high number of inquiries from LA Financial Credit Union members regarding the security of their credit and debit card accounts.

We want to assure members that your accounts with us are monitored 24/7 by an experienced team of security professionals for any suspicious or potentially fraudulent activity. LA Financial Credit Union employs the most advanced fraud detection and prevention technology to guard members’ credit and debit accounts against unauthorized access and use. Here’s a quick update for your peace of mind:

• We are aware of the accounts that are known to have been used at Target stores on the dates noted above and we are watching the activity on these accounts closely.

• Our member service contact centers are experiencing unusually high call volume as a result of this breach and the coverage it has received in the media. Unless you see any suspect transactions on your LA Financial Credit Union credit or debit accounts, there is no need to call.

• If our security team observes any unusual activity on member accounts, we will contact members immediately to determine whether the transaction activity is legitimate and authorized.

• It is also a good practice for members to keep a watchful eye on their accounts and transactions and look for any unauthorized activity or purchases. VISA Credit and Debit transactions can be viewed 24/7 with anytimeBanking.

We will continue to monitor all members’ accounts for suspicious activity. Thank you for being a valued member of LA Financial Credit Union.

Toys For Tots Holiday Toy Drive

Celebrate the season of giving by donating a toy to a child in need. Bring your unwrapped toys to any LA Financial Credit Union or Havasu Community Credit Union Branch between now and December 18th.


We have also partnered with NBC4 and their Toys for Tots campaign. For every download of an NBC4 app on iPhone, iPad or Android, NBC4 will donate $1 to Toys for Tots. And that donation will be matched by LA Financial Credit Union, every day starting Dec. 5 until Dec. 20.

NBC4 has donated $5,000 to Toys for Tots to start the season of giving, and now you can help make sure even more children get a visit from Santa this year.

By downloading all three of NBC4's apps – Wake Up, Weather and News – you’ll donate $6 to Toys for Tots without spending a dime.

Click here to download NBC4’s free apps. http://www.nbclosangeles.com/mobile/

Happy Thanksgiving!


This year, as we gather around the table to share warmth and good food with friends and family, we'll be thinking about you and sending you our gratitude.

Thank you for your membership!

We will be closed Thursday, November 28th and Friday, November 29th. Normal business hours will resume Monday, December 2nd.

Introducing our new restaurant rewards partner - Mogl!

As a benefit of being an LA Financial/HCCU member, you can now earn 10% cash-back when you use your LA Financial/HCCU debit or credit card and dine out at participating restaurants!

Fight Hunger with Hunger!

Mogl fights hunger in our community, too. Simply use your LA Financial/HCCU debit or credit card at participating restaurants and earn 10% cash back. Then choose how much to keep and how much to donate to our local food bank.
Start earning today!
Stay tuned for an upcoming email from Mogl on how to access your account.  http://lafinancial.mogl.com/ 

Staff donates $845.00 to American Red Cross Philippenes Flood Relief Drive

The LA Financial Credit Union staff donated $845.00 to be delivered to the American Red Cross Philippenes Flood Relief Drive.  The $845.00 has been delivered to ABC7 at the Rose Bowl.  Thank you everyone on the staff for your generous contributions!!! 

Lucky 13 Winner Marcha S. has won $476.40!!!

We have another Lucky 13 winner for October…




Marcha S. from Diamond Bar won $476.40 – one month’s payment on the 2013 Nissan Maxima that she financed with us.

Congratulations Marcha! It's not too late to bring us your mortgage or auto loan, we'll be picking one more mortgage winner and two more auto winners between now and year end. This year could be your Lucky 13!!!

Congratulations Michael P. - you won $1413.23 in our Lucky 13 Sweepstakes!!

We have our first Mortgage Winner in our Lucky 13 Sweepstakes!!!!  Michael P. won a mortgage payment of $1413.23 - Congratulations Michael!!!  Our latest Auto winner was Yvette A. who won $349.01 - Congratulations Yvette!  It's not too late to bring us your mortgage or auto loan, we'll be picking one more mortgage winner and three more auto winners between now and year end.  This year could be your lucky 13!!!