Fraud & Identity Protection

Online Payments vs. Mail: Benefits and Best Practices

04/2024
In today's digital world, almost everything can be done online, including paying bills and sending money to friends and family using Peer to Peer Payment services (P2P).

Prioritizing Financial Wellness

04/2024
April, designated as Financial Capability Month, is a great time to explore the importance of financial literacy and how to create and maintain financial wellness.

March is Women’s History Month

03/2024
At Advia, we are proud to celebrate women around the world.
Fraud & Identity Protection

Trending Scams: Tax Fraud, Corporate Transparency Act

02/2024
In an age dominated by digital transactions and virtual interactions, the proliferation of scams has reached unprecedented levels.
Community Events & Involvement

February is Black History Month

02/2024
To celebrate Black History Month, we would like to take a moment to celebrate and reflect on African-American leaders who have influenced the movement of credit unions.

Advia Credit Union Excited for Future Growth in Illinois

01/2024
Advia is excited to announce growth in Illinois – bringing additional opportunities to members in northeastern Illinois. The Board of Directors of Advia Credit Union announced that it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire NorthSide Community Bank.

Advia Credit Union Welcomes Rafael Castañeda to its Volunteer Board as Associate Director

01/2024
Advia Credit Union is thrilled to announce the addition of Rafael Castañeda to its Board of Directors.

Advia Credit Union commits $40,000 in Youth and WMU Aviation Scholarships

01/2024
Now accepting applications for the Youth Scholarship Program, and the Cheryl A. DeBoer Soar Higher Award.

Advia Credit Union Celebrates 10-Year Anniversary with Community Impact: Launches Canned Food Drive to Address Food Insecurities

01/2024
While Advia has been proudly serving its communities for nearly 90 years, this January marks a decade united under the name "Advia." Advia Credit Union is proud to celebrate 10 years officially being “Advia” and invites the community to join in the celebration through a meaningful initiative.
Budgeting & Planning

Empowering Yourself with Student Loan Repayment

12/2023
Several months ago, a new chapter began for student loan borrowers as payments resumed following a three-year hiatus.

Holiday Spending Tips

11/2023
The holiday season is upon us, and with it comes the excitement of gift-giving, festive decorations, and, for most, holiday shopping.
Fraud & Identity Protection

International Fraud Awareness Week with Advia

11/2023
As we observe International Fraud Awareness Week (November 12-18), it presents an excellent opportunity to explore various prevalent scams and effective strategies for steering clear of them.

Advia Credit Union Welcomes Bill Clancy as VP of Consumer Lending; Celebrates Other New Hire and Several Internal Promotions

11/2023
Advia Credit Union is honored to welcome Bill Clancy as its new Vice President of Consumer Lending. Additionally, the credit union is pleased to announce other exciting new hires as well as various internal promotions, reflecting its commitment to fostering growth and recognizing achievements.

Advia Credit Union Helps Celebrate Gage Marine's 150th Anniversary with Donations to Various Community Organizations

11/2023
In celebration of Gage Marine’s 150th Anniversary, Advia Credit Union is delighted to announce a donation of $500 to each of the 15 organizations that Gage Marine also supported in 2023 as part of their milestone celebration.
Fraud & Identity Protection

Stay Protected Against Card Skimmers

09/2023
We have been alerted to a potential card skimming scam underway in the Kalamazoo and Battle Creek areas of Michigan.
Fraud & Identity Protection

Ensuring Financial Security: The Importance of Having a Beneficiary

09/2023
When it comes to managing our finances, one often-overlooked task is designating a beneficiary.

Back-to-School Budgeting Tips

08/2023
It’s almost that time of year… back-to-school time! For parents and guardians of school-aged children, while the transition from summer to a new school year can be exciting, it can also be overwhelming – especially when it comes to managing back-to-school related expenses.
Fraud & Identity Protection

Fraud Alert: Reports of Online Banking Impersonation Scams

08/2023
It's no secret that the digital age has given us some great tools, like online banking and P2P payment services such as Venmo and Zelle.
2023

Dr. Grace Lubwama joins Advia Credit Union’s Board of Directors

08/2023
Advia Credit Union, headquartered in Kalamazoo, MI, is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Grace Lubwama to its volunteer Board of Directors.
Fraud & Identity Protection

Beware of Sweepstake Scams

07/2023
Summer is in full swing and so are exciting events like vacations, concerts, and more. While the sunshine and warm weather create the ideal backdrop or the perfect getaway, unfortunately these are the same elements scammers may try to use against you or someone you care about in an attempt to steal your private information and hard-earned money.