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Making a Financial Switch: Is It Worth It?

Making a Financial Switch: Is It Worth It?

Change can be difficult whether it's switching jobs, moving to a new city or moving your money from one financial institution to the next. For that reason, plenty of people avoid ever making a financial switch,...
Do You Need Money Advice? Maybe Not! Take This Fun Quiz to Assess Your Financial Literacy

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,...
Credit Union Charters and Fields of Membership - What Does it All Mean?

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

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

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...
Inspiration From 17 Timeless Money Quotes Sure to Make You Think

Inspiration From 17 Timeless Money Quotes Sure to Make You Think

From our country's founding fathers to today's iconic pop stars, people have made thought-provoking statements about money. Some are wise. Others are funny. A few are a little zany, but still spot-on. For a shot...