School is out, and summer is upon us. It’s time to let loose and have some fun. That sounds great in theory, but it can be horrible for our finances if we aren’t careful — especially when it comes Read More …
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Are You Financially Healthy?
Traditional financial literacy efforts haven’t been a rousing success. Research from Harvard Business School shows that even Americans who are taught personal finance in school don’t seem to save more or manage credit better than anyone else. That’s why many Read More …
Allowances Don’t Teach Kids About Money — You Do
Many parents tell me they feel guilty about allowances. They aren’t consistent about when and how they give their kids money. They wonder if allowances should be tied to chores. Even how they dole out money can be a problem. Read More …
Best Ways to Use a Tax Refund
Over the past few years, the average federal tax refund has come to about $3,000. That’s not exactly chump change. With the filing deadline approaching, it’s not too early to begin thinking about how you’ll use a refund this year. Read More …
Household Tips to Save Money
Saving money begins at home. From monitoring your energy use to shopping smart to eating right to comparing financial products, there are many ways to meet your savings goals. Here are some tips you might not have thought about. Save Read More …
United Financial celebrates Youth Month
This April, youth can take a walk on the wild side at the credit union. Whether they’ve been to the jungle or not, the call of the wild is enticing to youth of all ages. This year, they can check Read More …
Need a New Car? Your Credit Union Membership Gives You Three Great Ways To Save
United Financial Credit Union has three ways for our members to save on a new vehicle purchase. First, General Motors is offering all current and eligible credit union members preferred pricing on most new GM vehicles. This is in addition Read More …
How to Teach Kids to Budget This Summer
Do you want to teach your kids about budgeting this summer? Most youngsters –59%– felt they could be smarter about money, according to a survey this year from broker T. Rowe Price Group, showing there’s plenty of room for improvement. Read More …
United Financial Members Can Save and Get Peace of Mind with ADT
United Financial Credit Union and Invest in America are offering an exclusive ADT Credit Union Member Plan. The plan includes a FREE ADT monitored home security system* and start up equipment, plus: $425 in exclusive credit union member savings in Read More …
3 Ways to Save Money on Your Vacation
The world is just asking to be explored, but with the cost of vacation sitting at an average of $1,145 per person in 2013, a trip this year may require some price cuts. Do a home budget analysis before you Read More …