Coosa Valley Credit Union Blog
Do You Need Money Advice? Maybe Not! Take This Fun Quiz to Assess Your Financial Literacy
You may be more money savvy than you think. Or on the other hand, you might need to brush up on the fundamentals of personal finance. Here is a quick, fun quiz to test your financial literacy in areas like earning,...
9 Creative Ways to Save Money on Air Conditioning During the Dog Days of Summer
Electricity accounts for a big portion of most Americans' household budget. Especially in Georgia, power consumption surges when the temperatures rise. It feels so good to crank the air conditioning and get relief in...
Credit Union Charters and Fields of Membership - What Does it All Mean?
Credit unions come in all shapes and sizes. They can be chartered by the state or the federal government. A quick way to determine which charter your credit union operates under is to look for the word "federal"...
Credit Scores 101
If you've ever had a student loan, a credit card or any other type of debt, you have a credit score. This score is a three-digit number used by lenders to determine how much of a credit risk a borrower is likely to...
What is Shopping Addiction? 9 Warning Signs
You may have heard the term "shopaholic," a cute play on the verb "shop" and "alcoholic." The concept is simple: when someone loves shopping so much they feel somewhat addicted. You may have...
Need Extra Motivation to Save Money Today? Steal Inspiration From These 10 Rags-to-Riches Celebrities
Many times, observing millionaires and billionaires can make one feel inadequate or hopeless – like you'll never be able to compete. But behind a few wealthy celebrities is a bootstrap story just like yours....
