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Creative Ways to Save On Energy Costs
Are your summertime electricity bills astronomical? Check out our list of 10 creative ways to trim your bill in the summer and all year ’round! Plant trees If your home has lots of west-facing windows, you’re likely getting loads of sunlight each afternoon, and that’s...
read moreAPR Explained: Why a Lower Rate Is Your Highest Priority
The most annoying part of credit card debt is the monthly statement. It’s a dense plate of word salad served with a heaping dose of guilt dressing. The only part of it that’s easy to understand is the “payment due” – and that’s just the way credit card companies like...
read moreSaving At the Vet: How to Keep Your Furry Friends from Breaking the Bank
We all love our pets. Cats, dogs, ferrets and furry babies of all sorts are members of the family. They eat and sleep under the same roof. They give affection when you’ve had a rough day. Your fridge, mantle and social media are full of pictures of your animals...
read moreShop Local!
Your credit union is built on the idea of people helping people. You already know we can do a better job looking after your money than a mega-chain bank that answers to shareholders, because we know you and our community. So why give that up when you find a bargain...
read moreKeeping Friends and Finances: How to Deal with Financially Challenging Friendships
Friends are the family we choose for ourselves. But some friends can be a serious drain on your savings. If you recognize these kinds of people in your life, it’s hard to know what to do. Here are several examples of financially dangerous friends and how to handle...
read moreStaying On The Job: 4 Practical Ideas For Making Yourself Indispensable
Job security can do wonders for your morale and your peace of mind. Unfortunately, 40% of Americans fear they will lose their jobs in the next 12 months, according to a Pew study. That’s bad news both for companies and their employees. Workers who worry about their...
read more7 Common Life Insurance Myths Debunked
Having sufficient life insurance is important. And yet, so many of us buy into popular misconceptions, convincing ourselves we don’t need to bother purchasing a policy. But don’t be fooled. Read on to see how seven of the most widespread life insurance myths are...
read moreThe Dos and Don’ts of Credit Repair
Looking for ways to improve an unfavorable credit score? Look no further! Our handy guide will help you get on the road to improving your score. Do: Determine your actual credit score. If a recent credit application of yours has been denied, find out why. Each of the...
read more5 Low-Cost Holiday Family Activities
It can be difficult to find something everyone enjoys doing. Uncle Phil wants to watch the football game, while Aunt Linda wants to decorate cookies. You’re trying to keep peace without making family time feel like a chore. What can you do to keep everyone happily...
read moreMobile Banking – 4 Ways To Stay On Top Of Your Finances While On The Go
Most people have a checklist they go through before they leave the house. Is the stove turned off? Are the doors locked? Do I have my wallet, my keys and my cellphone? The only thing that has changed about that process in the last few years has been the addition of...
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