Financial Education
Financial Education
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 ...
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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 ...
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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, ...
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Common Online Bank Scams
Online banking scams are becoming increasingly common, so it’s critical to know the different types of fraud that can occur. Recognizing common online bank scams ...
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How to Protect Your Money from Inflation
As the cost of living continues to rise, it’s important to learn how to protect money from inflation. Inflation can erode your purchasing power and ...
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Rising Interest Rates by the Fed
The Federal Reserve has been raising interest rates since the first part of 2022 – in fact, they’ve raised them a whopping six times – ...
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Are Wire Transfers a Safe Way to Send Money?
Wire transfers are a secure and reliable way to send money. They offer the convenience of transferring funds quickly, securely, and with minimal fees. With ...
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What is an IRA & How Do They Work?
An IRA, or Individual Retirement Account, is a tax-advantaged account that allows you to save for retirement. IRAs are a great way to build your ...
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5 Steps To Get Ready To Buy Your First Home
Preparing to buy a new house can be one of the most exciting times in your life. It can also be stressful, especially if it’s ...
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How to Get Preapproved for a Mortgage
Getting preapproved for a home loan is an important part of the home buying process. Not sure how to get preapproval for a mortgage? Read ...
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