Written by Chris O’Shea Things you should know about installing solar panels on your home. Adding solar panels to your home can reduce your environmental footprint and save you some cash. However, while there’s no denying the former, the latter can be a bit tricky. Here’s what you should know about the costs and considerations...Read More

Written by Chris O’Shea The pros and cons of 401(k) loans. A 401(k) loan can be a useful financial tool. As the name suggests, it allows you to borrow money from your 401(k) and use that money on other expenses. There are a few factors where it may make financial sense as an alternative to...Read More

(That Aren’t Snowball or Avalanche) Written by Jean Chatzky Consider these methods for paying down your high-interest debt. Do one thing: Set aside an hour and take a look at your last two months of financial statements. Review credit card expenses and checking account expenditures to see where your money is going.  Debt Weighing Heavy on...Read More

Written by Jean Chatzky A quick and painless way to shave dollars off your monthly bill and hundreds of dollars off your total interest paid. Ever thought about refinancing your car loan to capture a lower interest rate? It can be done.Unlike refinancing a home mortgage, the process is quick, and easy, with relatively low...Read More

Theresa Trimble, our President & CEO, is often asked “why should I bank at your credit union instead of one of the big banks?”  She always explains how credit unions exist to serve their members—we don’t have stockholders demanding a return on their investment. Because we focus on our members’ needs, we charge low, and often...Read More

Written by Jean Chatzky Consider these tips before you sign on the dotted line — for a new car and loan. Do one thing: Before you let a car dealer provide financing, check out the loan rates for new and used automobiles at your local credit union or bank. Often, that’s where the best deals...Read More

Written by Chris O’Shea How to be on time, every time with bills and payments Everyone can miss a bill payment from time to time. It’s when you string together a few misses that things can go south quickly. If you’ve been struggling to make timely payments, use some of the tips below to get...Read More

Written by Chris O’Shea Now is a good time to review your insurance coverages! The start of a new year or if you have any big lifestyle changes, is a good time to reassess your insurance needs. Need help doing that? Below are some questions that will help guide you through the process. Did You...Read More

Written by Jean Chatzky Want to dig yourself out of high-interest debt? Here’s how: Do you have a wallet full of credit cards and carry balances from month to month? Figuring out how to pay those growing debts off can sometimes feel impossible. Ask yourself the following questions: Should I only make the minimum payments?Do...Read More

In honor of America Saves Week, we’re hosting pop-up branches in DC and St. Louis throughout the week. Tuesday, 4/9, 11 AM – 2 PM: DC – Martin Building CafeteriaWednesday, 4/10, 11 AM – 2 PM:DC – NY Avenue Building LobbySTL – Outside the HUBThursday, 4/11, 11 AM – 2 PM: DC – International Square,...Read More