For many in Gen Z, money hasn’t felt simple or predictable. You’ve dealt with changing job markets, prices that keep climbing, and advice coming from every corner of the internet – especially social media. It can often feel like everyone else learned something, and somehow you didn’t get the memo....
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For most people, the penny is a U.S. staple. It’s always been around, albeit usually tucked in couch cushions, stashed in piggy banks, or lingering at the bottom of a purse. So, when the United States announced it would end production of the penny, it naturally raised a few eyebrows....
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Most people understand why an emergency fund is essential, yet the idea of building one can feel intimidating. When you’re balancing everyday expenses, repaying debt, or income shifts monthly, saving even a small amount can feel out of reach. And when financial advice starts with “save three to six months...
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Many people assume all financial institutions are the same. After all, both banks and credit unions offer checking accounts, loans, and online services, like digital banking. But credit unions are built on a very different model – one that puts people over profits. That difference is what sets them apart...
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When most people think about IRAs, they picture market-based accounts filled with mutual funds, stocks, and fluctuating returns. Those can be excellent tools for long-term growth, and the credit union’s financial advisors can help you explore those options, too. But one retirement savings opportunity that often goes overlooked is right...
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The One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) introduces several key tax updates that could affect how you file and what you owe over the next few years. Many of these changes aim to help working families, seniors, and everyday taxpayers keep more of their hard-earned money. The IRS has published...
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January has always been a month of reflection and a time to start fresh. The holidays pass, routines return, and many of us start thinking about what we want the upcoming year to look and feel like. Financial goals often rise to the top of those lists because money is...
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Losing track of a retirement account might sound unlikely—until you consider how often people change jobs. In fact, millions of Americans have done just that. According to a report from Capitalize, an estimated $1.7 trillion is sitting in lost or forgotten 401(k) accounts, with an average balance of $56,616. That...
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Life moves fast. So fast that you’ve likely already spent about ten seconds reading to this point. What could you have done in that same amount of time? The answer is A LOT if you’re putting our various digital banking tools to work for you. Managing your money should be...
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