Do you know how much you can expect from Social Security in retirement—or from any pension plan you have? Do you know how much you need to save to make up the shortfall in your desired retirement income? Gather information…
Ever wonder what happens to the money in your paychecks from your summer job? You'll soon find out that you're not the only one who has claims on what you earn! Example: You work 25 hours over a two-week pay…
Are you starting a family or maybe just thinking about it? As a new parent, you want to make sure you can provide your child/ren with a safe, secure home. In addition to getting baby gates and corner bumpers, it’s…
You’ve probably seen or at least heard about the show “Tidying Up with Marie Kondo” which aims to help people clear the clutter from their homes. Marie asks participants to assess each item and determine whether it “sparks joy” for…
You did it! You finally got your degree! You’re probably going to start handling all your own finances too (if you haven’t already started). Here is some financial advice to help you get a good start. Student Loan Repayment In…
Planning for college? Getting a college degree is a great investment, but it does come at a significant cost. In addition to tuition, there are a few other expenses you’ll have to plan for. While it may seem daunting, don’t…
Are you looking forward to the summer? Maybe planning a vacation, but not sure how you’ll afford it? Here are a few ways to help you save and earn extra money so you can enjoy some summer fun. Automatic Transfer…
Saving your money isn’t always easy, especially when you don’t have a lot to spare. After paying all your usual expenses, there may be very little “fun” money at the end of the month. When we do find ourselves with…
If you’re looking for deals this month, here is a list of the items that typically go on sale during the month of March: Jewelry and Perfume -- Now that Valentine’s Day is behind us, demand for these items are slowing…
It’s 2019 and if you hadn’t figured it out by now, life is literally at your fingertips. It’s as simple as tap – tap done! With our Fort Worth Community Credit Union App, banking couldn’t be any easier. The app…
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…
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…