Money Matters
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By Daniel Balcazar, AVP of Business Banking | November 2026 It’s 9 p.m. on a Thursday, and you’re still at…Continue Reading
In the spirit of Halloween, we present a ghost story or, rather, a cautionary tale. Come, gather around. Grab a warm blanket. Get close to the one who makes you feel safe, and heed the tale we have to tell: “The Financial Foolishness of Thomas Greenfield II.” Read the tale, then keep going for four lessons you can use this week. Read more.
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If you’re struggling to keep up with your car payment, you’re not alone. Nearly 8% of total auto loan balances were at least 30 days past due as of the second quarter of this year. And with the average monthly payment for a new vehicle being $765 in the second quarter of the year, up 2.1%, it’s not surprising.* Read more.
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Somewhere in your home there’s a folder, a drawer, or an email thread labeled “insurance.” You set it up the day you bought the car, signed the lease, or started the new job. Since then, renewal notices have arrived, and payments have gone out, but nobody has read the policy. Life, meanwhile, kept moving: a new address, a bigger family, a different paycheck, maybe your own business. Read more.
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This past quarter marked an exciting new chapter for FIG Credit Union.
We introduced a fresh new look and feel, including our new logo and our transition to doing business as FIG Credit Union. While our brand has evolved, our purpose remains the same: to make banking easier, more personal, and more valuable for our Members. Read more.
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You’ve been checking your app for updates. Wondering when Zelle® was coming back.* Asking us about mobile deposit availability. We…Continue Reading
As summer fades and fall approaches, it’s the perfect time to start planning for the holiday season. This guide walks through four simple, weekly steps to help you build a stress-free holiday budget, no financial overhaul required, just 30 minutes a week. Read more.
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A few years ago, scam calls and emails were easy to spot — bad grammar, a robotic voice, an offer too good to be true. Not anymore. Today’s scammers have AI, and it’s changed the game entirely. Read more now.
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Before you do anything fun this summer, from heading to the beach or lake to a family road trip to an extended vacation in an exotic locale, we bet you do a bit of planning. Read more.
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Saving for the future matters, but so does what’s happening in your bank account right now. That’s why this month, we’re keeping things close to home: four simple, doable ways to free up money in your everyday budget. Nothing drastic, nothing overwhelming — just 30 minutes a week, one small shift at a time. Read more.
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