Financial Education
Understanding Certified Checks
Certified Checks: How They Work and When to Use Them What is a certified check? Sometimes called an ‘Official Check’ or ‘Cashier’s Check.’ Could it …
How to Transfer Money to Another Bank
Are you interested in learning how to transfer money from one bank or credit union to another? Having the flexibility of transferring money from one …
How to Write a Check
Though many people might argue the practice is obsolete, knowing how to write a check is still essential to managing your funds and having a …
Share Certificates vs CDs: Understanding the Differences
Understanding the differences between share certificates and CDs is easier than you might think. As you begin to learn about the distinctions between these two …
How to Open a Kids Bank Account
Opening a kids bank accounts is essential in teaching financial responsibility and setting them up for success. Keep reading to learn everything you need to …
Best 12 Ways to Invest Tax Refund Money
Do you have a tax refund coming your way? If so, now’s the time to start thinking of ways to invest the money. You could …
The 50/30/20 Budget Rule
The 50/30/20 budget rule is a great way to manage your money responsibly. It’s based on the idea that you should spend no more than …
How to Make a Monthly Budget
Understanding how to budget money is an important part of being smart and achieving financial success. Creating a monthly budget can help you track (and …
What is a Money Market Account?
A Money Market account (MMA) is an NCUA-insured deposit account that offers higher interest rates than traditional savings accounts. These accounts can come with checks …
Changing Coins into Cash
Looking for an easy way to turn your coins to cash? Whether you’re a bank customer, investor, or just someone with a lot of change, …
Useful Financial Sites
In these challenging times, it is absolutely essential for everyone to have an understanding of financial basics. We encourage you to visit these sites for fair, unbiased and useful information about money and personal finances. These are great for you …and your family!
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