Financial Eduction
Choosing a Debit Card for Teens
At what age can you get a debit card? While at one time most people didn’t get their first debit card until adulthood, today, there …
10/1 ARM vs 30 Year Fixed
10/1 ARM vs 30 Year Fixed Mortgage Whether you’re buying a home or refinancing, it’s important to understand your primary financing options, including how current …
Credit Union vs Bank
Credit Union vs Bank: Which Makes Sense for You? When it comes to financial services, you have choices. Two specific options you can choose from …
4 High ROI Home Improvements
When you’re making improvements to your home, you’re not just making your life better in the short term. You’re also making an investment in your …
Should I Open A Heloc Now?
If you’re looking for a large sum of money to use for a home improvement project, or the economic devastation of COVID-19 has left you …
Pending Package Scam Alert
Financial Security: Beware of the New Pending Package Scam! Everyone loves a surprise package, and scammers are taking the excitement out of that experience by …
APR Vs Interest Rate
What Is The Difference Between APR and Interest Rate? When comparing long-term loans, the interest rate and the annual percentage rate (APR) are often confused. …
Holiday Budgeting Tips
Nothing is more heartwarming than seeing your loved ones’ faces light up when they open that perfect gift you (or Santa) gave them. The holidays …
Financial Tips For Single Parents
Smart money management is always important, but it can take on more urgency for those who are without a partner. Whether you’re divorced, widowed, or …
Auto Loans: Credit Unions VS. Banks
Need a car but can’t pay cash? You have three choices: Borrow from the dealer or manufacturer’s financing company, borrow from a bank, or borrow …
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!
Free Credit Report
You are eligible to receive a free credit report from each of the major credit bureaus once per year.