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DIY or Hire it Out?!

DIY or Hire it Out?!

We live in a world where it's trendy to be a DIY-er. Pinterest has made DIY projects look so appealing and fun, but, sometimes, we need to realize our limits. We've all seen those "Pinterest fails," right? There are...
Credit Score, Explained

Credit Score, Explained

Your FICO score, a.k.a your credit score, makes a big difference in how lenders see you - and what they'll charge you in interest to borrow money. But what, exactly, goes into calculating that all-important score? Here is...
Beware of Text Message Scams

Beware of Text Message Scams

It seems like bad guys are becoming more and more sophisticated in their attempts to steal money and information. One common scam circulating in recent months is a text message scam. People are receiving a text message...
Opening a Checking Account: Five Things to Know

Opening a Checking Account: Five Things to Know

Using a checking account has many advantages over keeping money in cash. Not all accounts are the same, so before you open an account learn all the details. Here's what you should know when you open one of these accounts:...
Kids and Money

Kids and Money

Are you running out of ways to keep your kids occupied this summer? Why not use this opportunity to teach them a bit about money? Whether that be giving them household chores or helping them find a summer job, now is the...
Financial Wellness

Financial Wellness

At the credit union, we love (love love love) financial literacy! The slower summer months are the perfect time to brush up on financial literacy. Side note: We teach financial literacy to students in schools around our...