Bank News
Donate to our School Supplies Drive.
Hoffman Estates Community Bank is holding a School Supplies Drive benefiting the Chamber-sponsored “Tools for Success” program for Hoffman Estates-area schools. Junior Savers, bring in school supplies and receive a Treats Dollar! Parents, remember to take advantage of the Illinois sales tax holiday for qualifying school supply items from August 6-15 when shopping for the back-to-school season.
Learn about elder care and long-term care at our free seminar.
Shyanne Sanders of LivHome Elder Care and John Gibbons of Genworth Financial Long-Term Care will present information on these important health care options at 5:30 p.m. Thursday, August 12, at Palatine Bank & Trust (110 W. Palatine Rd., Palatine). Please call Sheila Schwartz at 847.842.2644 for more information or to RSVP for this free event.
Bank sponsors "Car Wash for a Cure" on August 21.
Hoffman Estates Community Bank-South (2497 W. Golf Rd.) will host a car wash fundraiser at the bank from 1 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, August 21, 2010. All proceeds will benefit multiple sclerosis and pulmonary fibrosis research, so be sure and stop by.
FDIC permanently extends insurance limits.
The FDIC has permanently increased its basic insurance coverage to $250,000 per depositor. Read more.
Are you in? Opt in for overdraft protection.
Federal lawmakers have created new rules governing overdraft protection programs that go into effect for our customers on August 15, 2010. Read more.
An important reminder for our customers.
In light of recent possible phishing activity, please be mindful of the security of your personal information. Specifically, be aware that the bank will NEVER ask for sensitive information via e-mail, text or web. Do not give information out to someone over the phone or via e-mail. If you have any doubts or are unsure about any type of communication you have received from us, call us or come into the bank. For more information on phishing and other types of fraud, visit our Online Security Center here.
Introducing improved ATM network access.
To better serve you, we elected to change our ATM network provider to the NYCE network with SUM and MoneyPass. This change is now in effect. To find a surcharge-free SUM or MoneyPass ATM near you, click here or go directly to www.sum-atm.com or www.moneypass.com.
Hoffman Estates Community Bank debuts "My Bank Idea" service.
Notice anything new on the right side of the screen? That's our "My Bank Idea" tab - a great new way to stay in touch with Hoffman Estates Community Bank. Have something to tell us? We would love to hear from you! Click on the tab to start sharing your ideas.
Being our customer has never been so rewarding.
We're pleased to introduce Community Rewards, a debit card rewards program that gives cardholders points for their purchases. The Community Rewards program is available to individuals and businesses with Hoffman Estates Community Bank checking accounts. Read more.
Enjoy exciting travel and social events with Platinum Adventures®.
The Platinum Adventures club is a unique travel and activities group for our customers age 50 or better. This is a great opportunity to make new friends and enjoy exciting activities such as day trips, seminars, and more. Read more.
Avoid debit card fraud.
Follow these three simple steps to protect your account:
1. Never, ever give out your PIN. (Not even to us. We will never ask for it.)
2. Don’t respond to text messages, phone calls, or e-mails requesting account numbers, PINs, passwords, card numbers, or 3-digit security codes.
3. If you are ever contacted and not sure, call us!
Learn more about how to protect your identity and personal information here.
Transaction Account Guarantee Program Notice
Hoffman Estates Community Bank is participating in the FDIC's Transaction Account Guarantee Program. Under that program, through December 31, 2010, all noninterest-bearing transaction accounts are fully guaranteed by the FDIC for the entire amount in the account. Coverage under the Transaction Account Guarantee Program is in addition to and separate from the coverage available under the FDIC's general deposit insurance rules.
