I know what you’re thinking – who has time during the holiday season to think about financial planning when you already have a long list of “to dos” like gifts to buy, cookies to bake, elaborate meals to cook, decorating, and on and on? But the end of the year is one of the most important times to carve out just a few hours to make sure you’re set … [Read more...]
6 Year-End Must-Dos
Affordable Peace of Mind Protection
Aside from buying a home, a car is probably the second-most expensive purchase you will ever make and most of us only do this every 5 – 10 years. With the average length of car ownership at about 8 years, car owners should be mindful of ways to improve their car's longevity. Using the below tips, you can extend your car's lifespan and enjoy it … [Read more...]
The Perks of Setting Financial Goals
The credit union movement began with a simple idea – that people could achieve a better standard of living for themselves and others by pooling their savings and making loans to neighbors and co-workers. Credit Unions were originally formed to “promote thrift among its members.” This “not-for-profit philosophy” still exists today to encourage … [Read more...]