Know and Grow

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...

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...

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:...

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...

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...

Do you really know the difference between banks and credit unions? Take this quiz to find out: 1. Who owns a credit union? A. Stockholders B. Members C. Board of Directors 2. Credit union boards of directors are...