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FAQ: Using Credit Cards in College
As a college student, you're probably no stranger to debt. As the Institute for College Access and Success points out, in 2014, nearly 70% of graduating seniors were in debt thanks to student loans. Although...
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...
Credit Unions vs. Banks: What's the Difference?
When you are looking for a place to stash your savings or in the market for a new loan, you have the choice of working with a traditional bank or working with a credit union. Although banks and credit unions seem to be...
Basic Steps to Financial Success
The way you handle your finances is a personal choice. The decisionsyou make about them change over time and may differ from your friends' or yourparents'. Still, there are some broad guidelines that may help...
Store Cards: Seldom the Better Deal
Are you tempted by those store card offers when you're out shopping? They are seldom a good deal.
Consumer Protection at Your Credit Union
Are you interested in purchasing a new car or truck? Notsure about your trade-in because you still owe money on your current vehicle?Before you start negotiating with a dealer, talk with your credit union first.