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Right now, there are two types of former college students who will soon be (if not already) repaying their student loans. The first are recent graduates (congratulations!), who, after graduating last spring are nearing the end of their six-month grace period on repaying federal student loans. The second are the millions of people who had…
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Investing is all about making your money work for you. It can also be about using your money to support and reflect your own values, priorities, and principles. This practice is commonly referred to as “sustainable investing” or “socially responsible investing” (SRI). You may also be familiar with a third term – ESG, which stands…
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You don’t have to be the smartest kid in class to know that getting a college degree is expensive. Today, more than half of all undergraduate students (or their families) borrow money to pay for books, tuition, college fees, and living expenses. According to U.S. News & World Report (USN), data submitted from over 1,000…
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Card cracking is a type of scam that typically targets individuals, especially young adults and college students who might be open to the prospect of making some “easy money,” or empathetic older adults who fall prey to a “sad story” from someone claiming to be in need or danger. Card cracking is a modern version…
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Frauds and scams have been around for ages now, but the internet has made it easier than ever for bad actors to fleece good people. AARP reports Americans were scammed out of $8.8 billion dollars in 2022, and that figure increases year after year. In 2022, the median personal loss from fraud was $650, up…
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This year marks the 75th anniversary of International Credit Union Day, which has been celebrated on the third Thursday of October since 1948. It’s a day commemorating the spirit of the credit union movement around the globe and a time to celebrate the support of our members and the dedication of our staff. History of…
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Last week we explained the benefits of having a high-yield savings account, but what about your checking account: have you heard of a high-yield checking account? Thanks to today’s competitive high interest rate environment, they are becoming increasingly available as financial institutions look to bolster the amount funds they have on deposit. And they are…
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Want to make some money? Excited to watch your savings grow? Today’s high interest rates create opportunities for savers to earn decently. High-Rate Savings Accounts Yield Great Returns High-yield savings accounts are now offering interest rates that haven’t been seen since the late 1980s and early 1990s. What is a high-yield savings account? It’s an…
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One great benefit of being a homeowner is the access you have to equity. Equity in a home refers to the portion of your home’s value that you own free and clear. This simplified calculation can help you see how much equity you have in your property: Home Equity = Current Market Value of Your…
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