Category Archives: Tips, Tricks and Member Safety
Understanding Your Credit Score
Healthy credit is a key component of qualifying for mortgages, auto loans, and even new jobs. A FICO score is the three-digit number that summarizes your credit report. It’s only a small slice of the credit pie, but it’s an important one. Understanding what it all means will greatly improve your chances for obtaining the […]
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Are You Spending Too Much on Groceries?
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, and we’re making more meals at home now than eating at restaurants, but there are […]
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7 Tips for Navigating the Homebuying Process with Ease
Most people would agree that owning a home is part of the American dream, but buying a house can be daunting for even the most financially savvy person. Before you head out to buy your dream home, be sure you’re armed with the right information to help you navigate the process so you can save […]
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How To Prepare Financially If Facing Job Loss
There’s no denying these are stressful times. In addition to worrying about contracting COVID-19, many people are losing sleep worrying about the economic uncertainty we are going through. Millions have lost their jobs, and many aren’t sure if their job is safe. If you are worried you may lose yours, take a deep breath. Don’t […]
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When Times Are Tough We Can Help
In tough times, it’s more important than ever to develop and maintain good financial habits. Having a household budget and shedding high-rate credit card debt are two obvious things that could benefit most consumers. But figuring out where to start can be a daunting task—especially if you feel like you’re already in trouble. The thing […]
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