Tips for Hurricane Preparedness
Why Knowing How to Prepare Financially for a Hurricane Matters
Knowing how to prepare financially for a hurricane is just as critical as stocking up on supplies. From creating an emergency fund to protecting vital documents, these financial tips can help you weather the storm with confidence.
Practical Steps to Prepare:
Get Cash Early
Power outages may cause difficulties using debit cards, so stop by one of our convenient locations or surcharge-free ATMs to get your cash ahead of time. To find a surcharge-free ATM near you, click here.
Confirm Debit & Credit Cards
Check the expiration dates on your cards and make certain that the dates are current. And check to ensure you have a valid card should you have to evacuate.
Download Our Mobile Banking App
Get our mobile banking app so you can access your account 24/7 wherever you are. Easily deposit checks, transfer funds, pay bills or check balances. Download our mobile banking app today.
Order Checks
Payment methods may change during a disaster, so order checks early and ensure you have your account information handy.
Opt-In for Alerts
Our alerts provide you with up-to-date information on your accounts sent directly to your selected delivery method, assuring that your account isn’t used without your knowledge. Setup your account alerts in online and mobile banking.
Verify Account Numbers, PINs, and Passwords
Take a few moments to verify the account numbers, passwords, and PINs on all of your accounts: financial, insurance, and the like. Make sure you’ve got access to important contact numbers, too.
Recommended Packing List
These documents will be needed if you, or a family member, must prove your identity, claim benefits, make withdrawals, deposits, payments, or change account information.
- Driver’s license or state-issued ID card
- Birth certificate
- Social security card
- Insurance cards
- Employee or school ID
- Most recent account statements
By following these steps, you’ll know how to prepare financially for a hurricane and protect your future.
A great local resource for hurricane preparedness and preparing for any type of emergency is JaxReady.com
At RadiFi Credit Union, we take the safety of our members and employees very seriously. Our leadership team closely monitors impending inclement weather and we update our website and social media channels if there are any changes to our normal hours of operation.