Card Smarts & Kind Hearts: Credit Card Fraud Tips and Tricks and The Grandma Stand

The Spark · May 18, 2026 · 43m

As spring and summer travel seasons ramp up, so does credit card use—and the risk of fraud. In this episode, we’re joined by Bijal Gami, Vice President of Card Portfolio and Operations at Members 1st Federal Credit Union, to share smart, simple ways consumers can protect their money while traveling.

We cover common scams like fake booking sites, phishing emails, and card skimming, along with how built-in tools like transaction alerts, card controls, and fraud monitoring can help catch suspicious activity early.

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