Money Matters by Farmers Insurance Federal Credit Union

September 2, 2021

Dollars and Sense: The Nine-Step Car-Buying GPS

Unless you plan to start collecting mega yachts, buying a vehicle is likely to be one of the larger kinds of purchases you’ll make. By taking the time to properly plan and prepare for buying a car, you can save yourself hundreds or thousands of dollars to put to good use elsewhere. Sounds good?

Financial Wellness

August 26, 2021

Stop! Can you REALLY Afford That?

Well, sort of. While restricting spending to the limits of a paycheck is the foundation of sound money management, doing it in practice can be extremely difficult.

Financial Wellness

August 19, 2021

Advantages of Online Banking

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Homeownership

August 12, 2021

Do you Need to Downsize? A Quick Quiz

Perhaps a family of raccoons has taken up residence in that den you never use anymore, or you’ve seen tumbleweeds…Continue Reading

Financial Wellness

August 5, 2021

Five Questions To Ask Before You Rent An Apartment

For young adults, an apartment of their own may be a necessity when a job takes them away from home. It is also one of the first major symbols of independence.

Keeping Your Money Safe

July 30, 2021

Are Store Cards Worth It?

When you’re at the cash register, it is almost inevitable that a real or virtual salesperson will make a pitch to sign you up for a store credit card. It is easy to be tempted by the one-time discount offered. But, before you get one, it is a good idea to consider the following factors.

Keeping Your Money Safe

July 22, 2021

Understanding The 5 C’s Of Credit

The five Cs of credit is a system used by lenders to gauge the creditworthiness of potential borrowers. The system weighs five characteristics of the borrower and conditions of the loan, attempting to estimate the chance of default and, consequently, the risk of a financial loss for the lender.

Financial Wellness

July 15, 2021

Five Ways to Overcome Debt Stress

If overwhelming debt is causing you stress, you’re not alone. Millions of Americans suffer from anxiety and depression because of difficulty with their financial obligations.

Financial Wellness

July 8, 2021

Budgeting for the Holidays

Even though it’s July, it’s never too early to start budgeting for the holidays. In this article, we look at…Continue Reading

Family Matters

July 1, 2021

I’m An Adult Now. Now What?

Turning eighteen is a significant milestone in many people’s lives. While teenagers may have felt grown-up long before the “Big One-Eight,” now they are legally recognized as adults. Adulthood may bring a mixed bag of feelings of freedom and trepidation.

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