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Master your money with these nine tips to build financial wellness.
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The holidays are here. Which means pie, eggnog, trees, tinsel―and debt. With inflation increasing and holiday debt a-plenty, maybe the tree isn’t the only thing you’ll want to trim this year. Cutting debt is a great resolution, and an excellent way to improve your financial health and stability. Plus it may be easier than you think – with a little help from your Credit Union.
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You probably have plenty to do at the end of the year, from holiday parties to family visits. Even so, it is a good idea to set aside time for financial planning. The money moves you make at the end of the year can have an impact that lasts well into the New Year and beyond.
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Holiday spending can be a budget buster. Expenses are numerous: presents, wrapping paper, food, travel and more―and you don’t want to disappoint. However, if you’re short on funds, there’s no need to despair. With a little DIY creativity you’ll get through the holidays―without draining your account.
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Wouldn’t it be nice to adapt to change in a clear-headed way? To be able to navigate the wallet-shock that…Continue Reading
Preparing financially for retirement for many people is a shot in the dark. Just save as much as you can…Continue Reading
Successful Money Management in a Multigenerational Household
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Financial counselors often find themselves helping married couples try to unravel problems caused at least in part by a failure…Continue Reading
It’s a question few want to hear: “Will you co-sign for me?” A request like this coming from relatives or friends, especially with no or low credit scores, can be difficult to respond to. Most people do not want to ignore a family member or friend in need, but co-signing comes with risks that make many nervous – justifiably – to sign on the dotted line. So, should you do it? There are many factors to consider before making a decision.
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We all make decisions with our money that occasionally don’t work out for the best. It’s just inevitable. But if you find this happening consistently and you’re falling into patterns of financially damaging behavior, it could be time to examine a little more closely how you make these choices.
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