Fraudsters bait victims with scams known as phishing (emails), smishing (texts) and vishing (phone calls) by expertly impersonating friends or reputable companies to hook unsuspecting consumers. They create the illusion of legitimacy to convince people to hand over sensitive financial data or money.
Here’s what you should know to keep your finances safe.
If you’re a homeowner, you may be happy to learn you have a unique tool in your financial toolbox, a Home Equity Line of Credit, or HELOC. A HELOC allows you to borrow from your home’s value at a competitive interest rate, with access to a line of credit. This credit can be used for anything – remodeling, medical bills, or a backup emergency fund.
When you marry, there are decisions to make about your new life together, including how best to manage your money. Continue reading
Welcoming a new baby into your home can put other priorities on the backburner. But providing a secure future for your growing family is probably also on your mind, too.
Need help getting started? Here are five simple steps to put into action.
If you’re paying for car repairs far too often, buying a new vehicle might seem like a no-brainer. Upgrading could plug the leak in your budget and have you cruising down the highway without fearing a sudden breakdown.
Money missteps happen to all of us, especially during a tough economy. All too often, emotions can affect our financial decisions. If you’re doing any of these things now, consider these moves instead to work toward lasting financial well-being.
Allowing children to have and manage their own money gives them the opportunity to make spending choices and learn from the experience. Teaching kids about handling money gives them valuable lessons in a safe environment — before the mistakes get costly — so begin early, be consistent and set a good example with your own finances.
Going through life without enough insurance can be risky, but are there types of coverage you can confidently decline? Here are three situations where you may want to skip insurance or similar protections.
If you want to buy a home, your Credit Union has solutions to put your dream within reach.
Due to a global semiconductor shortage, production on certain new cars slowed in 2021, causing used car sales to soar. Like the housing market, it’s been a boon for sellers looking to sell or trade-in their current vehicles, not so much for buyers who are still paying premium prices for both new and used rides.
