Des Moines Metro Credit Union

08/20/2026

Today is Credit Union Day at the Iowa State Fair. Come say "hi" to Tania and Jeniffer who are volunteering this morning.

08/06/2026

https://consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-alerts/2026/08/how-talk-your-teens-about-credit-and-identity-theft?utm_source=govdelivery

Getting ready for college or back-to-school is a good time to talk with your teens about financial wellness. To help guide the conversation, the FTC has free tools on managing money, building credit, and protecting against identity theft. Creating good habits takes time, but here are some ideas to g...

08/03/2026

Your House Payment Matters

🏡 Falling for a home is easy. Knowing what it will actually cost you monthly? That's where we can help.

Your payment is more than just principal and interest. Taxes, insurance, maybe HOA dues, they all play a part. But once you know the full picture, it's actually pretty simple to plan around.

Let's map it out together before you start touring open houses. Call Sonia today at 515-867-2734 or email [email protected].

07/22/2026

https://consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-alerts/2026/07/way-spot-scams-how-someone-asks-you-pay?utm_source=govdelivery

Let’s say someone contacts you unexpectedly and says you have to pay to fix a problem, get a prize, or something else. But then they say the only way to pay is by bank transfer, wire transfer, cryptocurrency, payment app, or gift card. Well, reports to the FTC show that’s a scam.

07/09/2026

https://consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-alerts/2026/07/unclaimed-life-insurance-money-its-scam?utm_source=govdelivery

We’ve written about this scam before, but like a bad sequel, it’s back. People are telling the FTC they’ve gotten letters in the mail from law firms about unclaimed life insurance money. Have you gotten one of these? The “lawyer” says that one of their clients, with your same last name, di...

07/08/2026

☀️ Summer is a great time to dream a little bigger!

Maybe you’re thinking about a backyard for the dog, a kitchen with more space, or a place that finally feels like home. Whatever your “someday” looks like, the first step is understanding what may be possible.

We’re here to help you explore your options and answer questions. Call Sonia today at 515-867-2734 or email [email protected] with questions about the mortgage application process.

06/30/2026

🇱🇷 DMMCU will be closed on Friday, July 3, in observance of Independence Day. Normal hours resume Monday, July 6. 🇱🇷

06/25/2026

We had the opportunity to volunteer at a local soccer event this past Wednesday. ⚽️⚽️ Players and attendees helped raise money for a local family in need of help with medical expenses.

06/17/2026

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Summer is here! If you haven't made your vacation plans yet, you might be looking for a deal. While you look for bargains, scammers are looking for ways to reach you…and your money. Here are some things to know to help you avoid travel scams.

06/15/2026

https://consumer.ftc.gov/consumer-alerts/2026/06/help-fight-imposter-scams-world-elder-abuse-awareness-day?utm_source=govdelivery

Today is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD). WEAAD gives all of us a chance to raise awareness about elder financial abuse, neglect, and exploitation. An issue that continues to impact the wellbeing of people of all ages — including older adults — is scams. In 2025, people reported losing a...