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...Read More

At FRB Federal Credit Union®, we are excited to announce our participation in America Saves Week 2025, taking place from April 7-11! This annual celebration is all about taking action toward better financial habits and planning for a stronger, more secure future. This year’s theme, “Saving for Your Past, Present, and Future”, encourages us all...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

Written by Jean Chatzky Social media influencers make an old-school budgeting plan popular again Have you heard about the new “cash stuffing” trend on TikTok? There is a slew of short videos on the social media site that demonstrate how to take the cash from your paycheck and then divide it up into categories by...Read More

Featured in Savvy Money Daily – Authored by Chris O’Shea Good money habits begin with the proper outlook. The way you think about money can impact many things, from the way you live your life to how much money you make when you retire. In some cases, if you think it, it will happen. So...Read More

Featured in Savvy Money Daily – Authored by Chris O’Shea Savvy tips for improving financial health! April is Financial Literacy Month. It’s a good time to reset your money mindset and get back to basics. Here are some budgeting tips for you to ring in the month. Make it Automatic Instead of relying on yourself...Read More

Written By: Jean Chatzky As a nation, we have work to do when it comes to teaching the next generation the ins and outs of personal finance. Only 25 states require high school students to take a financial education course before graduation, according to a 2022 survey by the Council for Economic Education. These are...Read More

Happy New Year! The Year of The Rabbit, that is, a tradition in Chinese culture going back centuries. What can we learn from our little furry friend? The rabbit is a symbol of longevity, peace, and prosperity. Will the rabbit bring you those things? Well, not actually. You have to seek them yourself, and you can! Longevity: Eat healthy, maintain a...Read More

A member told us today that if you take care of your car, it will take care of you! Her car is 10 years old and is still going strong. Think about that. Does your current car, truck, or SUV still work just fine? Does it get you where you need to go safely and comfortably? If you answered...Read More

New Year’s resolutions come and go. Gyms fill up then gradually empty. The fridge at work is full of leftovers and packed lunches, then not so much. But if you only keep one resolution, make it to save money and work towards a stable financial future! When it comes to money-saving resolutions, keep it simple:   $20 Goal: Take money...Read More