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How many credit cards do you have in your wallet? As of the end of Q3 2024, there were about 600 million credit card accounts in the U.S.* Read more.
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The 2×2 System is where you set aside two hours on the calendar two times a month to complete a predetermined financial task. This modest but consistent effort can help you sustain financial health and build wealth in bite-sized chunks. Read more.
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I am honored to introduce myself as the new President & CEO of your Credit Union. It’s a great privilege to be part of this organization and to have the opportunity to serve you. Read more.
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Valentine’s Day is right around the corner. With the end-of-year holiday shopping season barely behind us and the bills still coming in, now is not the time to take a chance on blowing your budget in the pursuit of romance. Here are some practical financial tips for those looking to keep their spending in check on this romance-filled day. Here are 12 ideas to make this Valentine’s Day more affordable and special. Read more.
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In the world of financial crimes, “bust-out” fraud is a tactic that has been gaining attention for its sophisticated nature and devastating impact. It’s a type of credit fraud in which an individual or group exploits financial systems and institutions, often leading to significant losses. But what exactly is bust-out fraud, and why should you be concerned? Read more.
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The 2×2 System is where you set aside two hours on the calendar two times a month to complete a predetermined financial task. This modest but consistent effort can help you sustain financial health and build wealth in bite-sized chunks. Read more.
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Happy New Year! As we kick off 2025, we’re also reviewing the top 5 most popular blogs from 2024. As you’ll discover, they covered a range of topics, from debt consolidation to working from home to scams. If you missed any of these blogs, we hope you take a moment to review them now. If you read them, thanks, we hope you found them valuable. Read more.
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As the saying goes, time is money. And since you may feel you have little time to manage your money, here are 10 quick tips for improving your financial life in 2025 that take about an hour each and can help improve your financial well-being. Read more.
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Black Friday. Cyber Monday. Shop Small Business Saturday. Giving Tuesday. Christmas. Hanukkah. Kwanzaa. How’s your budget? Allow us to flip the script from spending to saving. Read more.
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The end of 2024 is almost here. For some people, the end of the year also marks the conclusion of their working life. Unfortunately, this double milestone is the first time many folks begin considering how they will make ends meet in retirement. Planning for retirement can be challenging. After all, it can feel like there are too many variables. How do you know how much money you’ll need? Read more.
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