Should You File for Bankruptcy?
Your debt feels impossible. New bills and past due notices are showing up daily. Creditors won’t stop calling. Just as you feel like throwing your hands in the air, you come across a solution that might be the best for you: filing bankruptcy. Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, this is a reality many Americans are […]
Is Now the Right Time to Buy a Car?
Have you been considering purchasing a vehicle? Now could be the right time for you to buy. According to US News, March car sales were off by almost 40 percent compared to the same month in 2019. What does this mean for you? Due to declining sales, dealerships are highly motivated to sell vehicles […]
6 Ways to Spend Your Stimulus Responsibly
Have you received your COVID-19 stimulus payment or are you expecting it soon? Have you started thinking about how you would spend it? It’s tempting to think about all of the ways you could spend an extra $1,200 or $2,400 – depending your filing status and the number of dependents you claim. Before you get […]
Stimulus Payments Are On The Way
Economic Impact payments are on their way, and most Americans have already received their money. But, what does it mean for you if you haven’t? Where is my stimulus check? The IRS began sending out stimulus payments in April. But if you haven’t received yours yet, there’s no reason to panic. Retirees, senior citizens, and […]
What You Should Know About the Stimulus Checks
Over the weekend, President Donald Trump signed a $2 trillion economic relief plan set to provide aid to millions of Americans impacted by the COVID-19 (Coronavirus) pandemic. The package includes stimulus payments for individuals, additional unemployment coverage, student loan relief, and more. But, what does that mean for you? Stimulus Payments Most adults will receive […]
3 Keys to Keep Your Money Safe From Fraud
The Federal Trade Commission is taking extra measures to warn people of scammers that will use tactics to try and take your personal information. It’s important to remain aware of the current scams and schemes in order to protect yourself from fraudsters looking to take advantage of your vulnerability. In order to stay vigilant and […]
6 Reasons Your Money Is Safe at the Credit Union
Along with the mad dash to buy all the toilet paper stores can stock, some members have asked about the need to withdraw cash from the credit union. The fact is, the need for cash withdrawals during this crisis has no basis in fact. Unlike overextended banks that caused the Great Recession, the current financial […]
Temporary Lobby Policy
Update 3.20.20 Can I still open an account? Absolutely! You can fill out the online application by clicking here or call our Call Center at 1-800-243-8428 and we will make an appointment for you to visit a branch. Can I apply for a loan? Yes! You can fill out a loan application by clicking here […]
COVID-19 Scams
No question – the past few weeks have been insane as a result of the Coronavirus (COVID-19). We’re seeing things unfold that most of us haven’t experienced before. Entire cities have shut down, people are being quarantined, and credit unions are being forced to find different ways to serve members. While we’ve seen the best […]
Wedding Planning on a Budget
So, you’re engaged! Congratulations! You’re probably over the moon and full of stars in your eyes and have visions of wedded bliss. You’ve been thinking about this day for as long as you can remember. You’ve got your Pinterest boards, a planning notebook, and you’re ready to hit the ground running. But, have you put […]