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'Tis the season to make memories with friends and family, but sometimes all that festive fun can be hard on your budget. Thankfully, holiday traditions don't have to be elaborate or expensive in order to be...

Buying a home is an exciting undertaking, but it's also a big expense. According to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, the average mortgage balance is $244,000 for new homeowners. Though many people turn to...

If you're an American veteran looking to buy a home, there's a special loan with your name on it. VA loans were created by the Department of Veteran Affairs in 1944 to help veterans pay off their mortgages faster....

In September, Equifax revealed that a devastating security breach had occurred this year. The credit monitoring agency publicly admitted that the data of over 143 million customers was compromised. What Data Was Stolen?...

Online banking can seem intimidating if you haven't tried it for yourself. At Coosa Valley Credit Union, our tellers often hear concerns over whether e-banking is confidential, secure and easy to use. We can assure...

The internet can be a terrific spot to snag deals, but it's vital to be vigilant about safe online shopping. Hackers who gain access to your personal information — particularly credit card numbers — can do...