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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...
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...
4 Reasons to Use a Banking App
More and more, people are going mobile. At the end of 2014, 81 percent of the adult population in the US had a mobile phone, and 71 percent of those people had a smartphone, according to the Federal Reserve's Consumer...
Your Credit Union Offers These Services - And You May Be Surprised
Credit unions have long been known for their friendly service and partnerships with members. They actually offer a full suite of banking services - similar to a traditional bank. The next time you need a loan, thinking of...