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Important Things to Consider before Applying for a Loan
Applying for a loan is a big step. You want to be fully prepared before you walk into the bank lobby or click the “approve me now” button on your computer. It’s important that you’re organized and...
5 Times to Use a Credit Card Rather Than Cash
You may have heard it's always better to use cash instead of credit when making purchases. Or perhaps you were taught the exact opposite (or something in between). So what's the real story? While it's a good idea to have...
3 Reasons to Consider a Home Equity Loan
Once you've built a substantial amount of equity in your home, you may find there are many good reasons to consider taking out a home equity loan. With these types of loans, most people borrow a lump sum to fund one...
Identity Theft: How Your Credit Union Can Help
A recent study found that $16 billion was stolen from 15.4 million Americans in 2016 alone, via identity theft. The Federal Trade Commission lists identity theft as one of the top complaints it receives from consumers....
4 Reasons Checking Accounts Are More Popular Than Ever
People have various ways to save and multiply their money. But even if you're not a financial wiz, you have a fairly easy way to build funds close at hand: a checking account. These simple accounts are now more...
Kids' Savings Accounts: 5 Key Lessons Children Can Learn
You want your child to be financially savvy. But where should you start? Opening a kids' savings account can teach your children valuable lessons they might not learn otherwise. Here are five of the most important...