Some people are experts at the Holiday shopping. They start shopping for Christmas at the beginning of the New Year, searching for deals year-round. They hide away gifts in closets and attics, ready for the holidays well in advance. On…
As the leaves begin to change color, it's time to start thinking about your year-end money strategy. The fall and winter holidays are here. Use the following strategies to make the rest of the year count. Clean out your…
Many Americans struggle financially, living paycheck to paycheck, hoping they have enough to cover all their bills at the end of the month. Life is easier if you have a cash cushion or an emergency fund, but how do you…
On Oct. 15, 2020, credit union members around the world will celebrate International Credit Union Day®, an annual event to commemorate the credit union movement’s impact and achievements. This year marks the 72nd anniversary. Credit unions are not-for-profit financial cooperatives that provide…
Whether you’re planning your first budget or re-evaluating your current one, the helpful tips below will set you up for success by changing the way you look at budgeting. It doesn’t matter if you manage your budget on your smartphone…
Many people wonder how they can build an emergency fund when they’re trying to pay off their debts. The strategy is to start small, change a few habits, and change your mindset. If you're starting from scratch with your emergency…
How many times have you checked out at the grocery and were surprised by the total? It's easy to let our grocery bill get too big if we're not careful. Yes, food prices have gone up for certain items lately…
During this time of difficulty and uncertainty, one must be prepared for anything. One of that being loss of job. It can be even more stressful considering that we are in a pandemic. Not only is your health in jeopardy,…
You might be one of many Americans who could benefit from refinancing your home. About 3 million borrowers could save at least $200 a month by refinancing. By refinancing and locking in a better rate on your loan, you could…
Whether you're an older worker with seemingly few options to recoup significant investment losses, or a younger worker with minimal or no investment savings at all, don't let a difficult financial climate scare you by not taking any action at…
The COVID-19 virus has impacted everyone’s life and regular routines are being affected, including taking care of banking needs. Fortunately, most of your banking can now be handled safely online, via your mobile device, or by landline. To help you…
If you are one of the millions of Americans who has lost their income as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, know there are resources to help you get through this difficult time. U.S. Department of Health and Human Services…