Consumer Tips
USEFUL LINKS
When using a Link that takes you from the RCU website to a third-party website, please be advised of the following:
- Redwood Credit Union does not endorse, guarantee or in any way legally stand behind any product, service, information or recommendation provided by third-party linked sites.
- Redwood Credit Union cannot be held liable for any possible damage or harm to people or property caused by the failure of any product or service advertised, promoted, recommended, sold or given away free on any linked site.
- Redwood Credit Union (RCU) offers links to other web sites as a service to the public. RCU does not endorse, approve, or control these external web sites (or any specific commercial product, service or claim their pages mention), or guarantee the accuracy, completeness, efficacy, timeliness, or correct sequencing of information their pages contain.
Links for Identity Theft Information
- The Federal Trade Commission's Identity Theft Section -- Serves as the U.S. government's central website for information about identity theft. - www.consumer.gov/idtheft/
- The Identity Theft Resource Center -- A non-profit organization devoted to helping prevent identity theft and assist those who have been victims of this crime. -- www.idtheftcenter.org/
- Identity Fraud Protection -- RCU Insurance Services has partnered with Identity Fraud, Inc. to assist Redwood Credit Union (RCU) Members with protection from identity fraud, which can be both financially and emotionally devastating. - www.identityfraud.com
Credit Reporting Agencies
You should always be well aware of the information contained in your credit report. We want to help so here are our links to the websites of the three major credit-reporting agencies. These sites will give you credit reporting information and tell you how to order your own credit report. You can also order your credit report by calling the phone numbers listed after each agency.
- Equifax - (800) 997-2493 -- www.equifax.com
- Experian -- (888) 397-3742 -- www.experian.com
- Trans Union -- (800) 888-4213 -- www.transunion.com
Additional Links:
- RCU Auto Services --Redwood Credit Union's wholly owned subsidiary, RCU Services Group (RCUSG) offers discount auto purchasing through our one-stop auto center, RCU Auto Services. To learn more about this convenient program visit:: www.redwoodcu.org/auto
- RCU Insurance Services --Redwood Credit Union's wholly owned subsidiary, RCU Services Group (RCUSG) offers insurance products through RCU Insurance Services. Learn more about this convenient program.
- BALANCE Financial Fitness & Debt Management Services - Whether you're interested in developing a workable spending and savings plan, getting out of debt, taking a look at your credit report, buying a home, or planning for your financial future, Redwood Credit Union wants to help. That's why we've provided access to free and confidential financial counseling and education through BALANCE. Visit BALANCE
- RedwoodRewards Plus-- Enhance your RCU VISA Card with this valuable rewards program. Earn travel, merchandise and more! Read more here.
- CU Service Centers -- A nationwide network of service centers where members of sponsoring credit unions can transact credit union business when they're away from home. The site includes a list of CU Service Center branches. -- www.cuswirl.com
- The CO-OP -- The leading ATM network cooperative in the credit union industry. Their website contains a list of all CO-OP ATM locations across the country. -- www.co-opnetwork.org
- The California Student Aid Commission (CSAC) -- This is a state agency for students, parents and school staff members to assist their search for state, federal and institutional financial aid information for funding post-high school education. -- www.csac.ca.gov
- Credit Unions Rock -- The Michigan Credit Union League has created this useful and interesting site to help young adults use and manage their money wisely. You'll find information on finance, jobs, cars, college and more. -- www.creditunionsrock.com
- Federal Reserve Education -- At this site, the Federal Reserve Bank provides links to instructional and educational materials, as well as useful tools to help increase your understanding of the Federal Reserve Bank and economics. -- www.federalreserveeducation.org
- CA Community Partnership for the Prevention of Financial Abuse (CCPPFA)- RCU urges Members of all ages to take steps to prevent becoming a victim of financial abuse. www.bewiseonline.org
- American Association of Retired Persons (AARP)- A resource for retirees offering valuable information, discounts, resources and more. www.aarp.org
