Written by Chris O’Shea How to deal with financial stress. Financial stress can be difficult. However, you can help yourself by simply being aware of that stress and using simple strategies to overcome it. Here’s a quick breakdown. Finding the Perfect Gift Everyone wants to find the perfect gift, but it can be quite difficult […]
Did you know that you can use AI to assess retirement readiness by inputting financial data into AI tools (like chatbots) for personalized projections on expenses, investments, and withdrawal strategies, helping you visualize scenarios and identify gaps? AI excels at crunching numbers, optimizing portfolios, and simulating outcomes (e.g., tax advantages, withdrawal orders), but it’s a starting […]
Written by Chris O’Shea How to tell if you’re financially healthy. Your personal and mental health are extremely important. Right below those two, we’d have your financial health. It matters a lot. How do you know if you’re financially healthy? Here’s a checklist. Start with Credit Score Start your quick checkup with your credit score. […]
Written by Chris O’Shea Steps for boosting your savings using automation. Automating your savings is not only smart, it’s a great way to provide a financial safety net and build wealth. Here are some ways to automate your savings so that you’re in the best possible position financially. Split it Up One way to automate […]
Written by Chris O’Shea Try these home improvement projects to add the most value. Have you started thinking about home improvement projects? You want to do some updates, but you don’t want to just do any update. The fact of the matter is, there are some projects that reap better returns than others. Here are […]
Each year, credit unions around the world come together to celebrate International Credit Union (ICU) Day®. It’s a time to recognize the power of cooperation and the positive impact credit unions have on communities everywhere. This year marks the 77th anniversary of ICU Day, and the theme is “Cooperation for a Prosperous World.” The theme […]
Written by Jean Chatzky Build peace of mind with these stress-busting financial habits. Do one thing: If you aren’t already consistently saving, it’s time to set up a separate account to begin building up a cash cushion. Why? Having some money set aside can help ease anxiety, especially in tough times. Dealing with Money Issues […]
We’re excited to host our first-ever Recipe Contest this October! From October 1, 2025, through November 13, 2025, we’re inviting members to share their favorite recipes, inspire fellow food lovers, and compete for a chance to win. How It Works Submit Your Entry: Participants will submit their recipe along with a photo of the finished […]
You pull into a parking lot, grab the last open spot, and see a QR code right in front of you. Perfect! You scan it to pay, but the website that pops up looks shady and full of ads. You close it and find the official payment machine instead. Smart move — because when it […]
Written by Chris O’Shea Tips to help you save for both long-term and emergency savings. Having a well-stocked emergency fund is important. But so is saving for retirement. So, how do you know which one to focus on? Well, we’ve got you covered. Here’s what you should know. Emergency Fund is Important An emergency savings […]