April 2019

7 Steps About How to Buy Car Insurance

2024-06-10T13:24:52-04:00April 5th, 2019|Categories: Auto Loans|Tags: , , , |

Are you in the market for a new auto insurance policy? Are you looking for how to buy car insurance? Get the maximum protection for your investment at the best possible price.  Read on for your guide to how to buy car insurance. Step 1: Choose a way to purchase your policy  You can [...]

March 2019

Spring Cleaning Tips for a Sparkling Home

2021-02-19T15:19:44-04:00March 29th, 2019|Categories: Saving Money|Tags: , , , , |

Spring is here! Time to roll up your sleeves and whip your home into shape. Here are some spring cleaning tips to help you along the way. As always, Money Credit Union is here to help! Use this handy list of creative spring cleaning tips to banish those dust bunnies without spending a fortune [...]

5 Tips for Spring Break on a Budget

2021-02-19T15:44:40-04:00March 22nd, 2019|Categories: Budget, Saving Money|Tags: , , , |

It's spring break, not spring broke. Have yourself an awesome time without blowing your budget by following these five spring break tips.  Check your school for discounts and help. Lots of colleges offer on-campus travel agents who can help you plan your vacation right by snagging the best deals. Plus, your school may be [...]

7 Signs You’re Living Beyond Your Means and Need Debt Relief

2021-02-19T16:10:34-04:00March 15th, 2019|Categories: Saving Money|Tags: , , |

In the age of plastic spending and mobile payments, it’s easier than ever to buy stuff you can’t pay for right away while supporting a lifestyle you can’t really afford. Let’s take a look at seven red flags that might indicate you’re living beyond your means and need debt relief. We'll also give you the [...]

9 Ways to Reduce Your Screen Time

2021-02-19T16:26:14-04:00March 8th, 2019|Categories: Uncategorized|Tags: , , , |

Dearest phone,  It feels like we’ve known each other forever. You’ve been there for me through everything and I can’t imagine life without you. But this relationship has to end. I can’t do this anymore. It’s not you; it’s me. I’m not myself when I’m around you and you turn me into someone I [...]

Is Winter the Best Time to Buy a House?

2021-02-22T11:35:21-04:00March 1st, 2019|Categories: Saving Money|Tags: , , |

Q: I’m ready to buy a new home and I’d rather not wait until spring. What do I need to know about buying a house during the winter? Is it the best time to buy a house? A: Spring and summer are the most popular seasons for house-hunting. But, that shouldn’t stop you from [...]

February 2019

10 Ways to Save Money at Restaurants

2021-02-22T11:54:45-04:00February 22nd, 2019|Categories: Saving Money|Tags: , , |

Americans love eating out. According to the USDA’s food expenditure data, millennials spend more than 44% of their food budget on this meal option. In addition, other data proves that Americans spend a lot more on restaurants and bars ($54.86 billion) than they do on their groceries ($52.5 billion). Here are some ways to [...]

8 Valentine’s Day Ideas and Hacks

2021-02-22T12:06:51-04:00February 6th, 2019|Categories: Budget, Saving Money|Tags: , , , |

It’s time to celebrate the significant other in your life! If you’re thinking that means pricey gifts, expensive dates, and blowing an entire day’s salary on a restaurant meal, think again. There’s no need to drain your wallet while trying to create the perfect Valentine’s Day. Instead, use these eight Valentine's Day ideas and [...]

January 2019

Tax Scams: Here are the “Dirty Dozen”

2021-02-22T12:14:04-04:00January 25th, 2019|Categories: Fraud Prevention|Tags: , , , , |

Each year, the IRS publishes the “Dirty Dozen,” a list of 12 tax scams that are rampant during that year’s tax season.  This year, the IRS is cautioning taxpayers to be extra vigilant because of a 60% increase in email phishing scams over the past year. This is particularly disheartening, since it comes on [...]

5 Holidays Scams to Watch For

2021-02-22T12:18:28-04:00January 4th, 2019|Categories: Fraud Prevention|Tags: , , , |

The mad holiday rush may be over, but scammers aren’t slowing down. Protect yourself from these five common holiday scams that happen this time of year:  1.) Gift-picking  If you’re the recipient of an expensive gift, you may be targeted by thieves who are looking for a good picking. Protect yourself by keeping your gift [...]

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