Four Signs You Need to Clean Up Your Finances
It’s easy to see when your house needs cleaning: clothes are on the floor; dirty dishes are stacked in the sink. But it may be a little harder to know when to “tidy up” your finances. Here are a few…
Errors in Your Credit Report: Now What?
Credit reports contain your personal financial information. Incorrect information can affect your ability to get a loan, rent housing, or get a job because businesses often make their decisions based on that data. You are allowed one free report every…
Spread Joy and Cheer with a Holiday Fast Cash Loan
Make this holiday season your most festive one yet with a Holiday Fast Cash Loan from Fort Worth Community Credit Union! It’s a little extra cash to put the finishing touches on your holiday plans. Use it for anything – gifts, travel,…
Affording Your First Apartment
Getting your first apartment is one of the big milestones in a young adult’s life. It can also be a little frightening since you don’t know exactly how much money you’ll need to get by. But if you follow these…
6 Ways to Save on Car Maintenance
I'm no auto expert, but when it comes to car maintenance, I've learned a thing or two. Preventative maintenance can go a long way in helping you save on the cost of repairs. Here are a few ways I’ve managed…
5 Questions to Ask Yourself About Your Finances
We get money and then we spend it. It’s an endless cycle of giving and receiving. You might be used to asking yourself, "Where did all my money go?" Perhaps you should ask yourself these questions instead: What are your…
How to Overcome ‘Credit Card Shyness’
News outlets and credit card companies are quick to label millennials as being credit card-shy. According to a recent survey, millennials apparently fear their credit card debt more than climate change, the threat of war and even death. It may…
So You Wanna Buy a Car: 6 Tips for First-Time Car Buyers
Buying a car is a pretty big deal, especially if it's your first time. This is primarily the first big purchase in a young adult’s life, and the start of your financial journey. Consider these tips in order to make…
6 Steps to Create the Perfect Budget for Y-O-U
Some want vacation, others want a down payment for a house. Income, needs, and wants are different for everyone so not every [[bullet journal budget template]] you find on Pinterest will be best for you! Here are some steps to…
Student Loans 101
With tuition rates on the rise, student loans have become a necessary evil for many college students. There are many loan options for higher education and with the fall semester right around the corner, now’s the time to educate yourself…
5 Rules to Follow When Buying in Bulk
We live in a “super-sized” world where everything is bigger and we’re led to believe if it’s bigger, then it must be better. We even have warehouse stores that sell everything in larger quantities, but, is it always cheaper? Here…
6 Side Hustles to Bring in Extra Cash
You’ve sold your clothes, held yard sales, used coupons and had savings plans. You don’t have anything else to sell, you’re impatient to wait a year to reach your $1,000 goal, and you could use a more steady, residual income. Here are some side-hustles that can bring you more cash more frequently!