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With all of the convenient payment options available to us now, the days of using cash to pay for everything are long gone. But which card - debit or credit - is best for making purchases? Well, the answer is, it depends....

Did you know our credit union was founded in 1954? CVCU began as a group of people just trying to help each other afford life. Fortunately, our mission has not changed. We are still here to help people in our hometown...

When used responsibly, credit cards are a safe, easy way to manage your finances and give yourself a little extra buying power when you need it. Below are three scenarios in which using credit makes sense. Manage your...

The first rule of personal finance is to spend less than you earn. Pretty simple, right? Unfortunately, this basic rule can be difficult to follow. It takes discipline. Here are some tips to help you reduce spending. Day...

Unfortunately, robberies occurring at ATMs happen across the country. While we have not encountered this problem at Coosa Valley Credit Union ATMs, it's probably a good idea for us all to keep these ATM safety tips in...

Sadly, elder financial exploitation is a growing problem. Financial exploitation occurs when a person misuses or takes the assets of a vulnerable adult for his or her own personal benefit. This frequently occurs without...