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by Carmen Gonzalez With the start of a new school year, normalcy begins to enter all of our schedules again. Routines are being set as homework is sent home and extracurricular schedules are being decided. You might find yourself rushing from one thing to the next...

by Carmen Gonzalez When choosing the financial institution that you are going to do the majority of your business with, you want to make sure that it is a place that is going to benefit you. You can choose a place that sees you as another customer to get in and out,...

by Carmen Gonzalez From your loved ones to your finances, it is important to have plans in place to protect what is important to you. Making safety plans can vary depending on your personal situation, but there are some things we all can put into practice. When doing...

by Carmen Gonzalez Shopping for a new vehicle and choosing how to finance it can be a stressful situation. One quick way to make it easier is to do business with someone you know and trust. When you are shopping for a new vehicle, you want to know that you are getting...

by Carmen Gonzalez When spring rolls in, the weather warms, plants begin to blossom and grow, and many people start taking their relationships to the next level. Our social media feeds fill with engagement pictures, and our schedules become busy with celebrations and...

by Carmen Gonzalez As a new year rolls in, we all have a habit of setting goals. Homeownership tends to be one of the big financial goals we all have, but sometimes feel like more of a burden than a blessing. Renting is a great option for people who know that they are...

by Carmen Gonzalez   As a new year rolls in, we all have a habit of setting resolutions for things we want to change. Why not set goals for ourselves? Goals have a tendency to stick for longer than the first month of the year. Resolutions make us feel like if we...

by Carmen Gonzalez   Tax filing time can seem like a nightmare, but you can make it a little easier if you prepare ahead of time. From making a checklist on what you will need to keeping things organized throughout the year, filing your taxes can be easy if you...

by Carmen Gonzalez   Your credit score says a lot about you and how you handle your money. Financial institutions, insurance agents, utility companies, and others will take a look at this score when deciding if they can trust you with their...

by Carmen Gonzalez   The holidays are quickly approaching and our list of to-do’s to prepare is quickly growing! Our advice on holiday prep: Start with your budget first! Budgets are known to change during the holiday season because life is simply different...

by Casey Messer Buying a car can sometimes be hard, but it does not have to be. If you are struggling to find a starting place, your credit union serves as a resource or guide to see the whole process through. With all the emotions that go into buying a vehicle, it...

by Casey Messer What is debt? Debt is money owed or borrowed. The topic of debt goes so deep. There are a lot of tips to be shared when it comes to discussing money owed to a lender. Some feel they quickly get in over their heads with debt and some...