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BUSINESS
Now's the Time: Hunt for Higher Interest Rates on Your Bank Accounts
By NerdWallet, Contributor
Providing clarity for all of life's financial decisions.
Many people have cash parked in checking or savings accounts that earn next to no interest. Be ready to optimize your finances
BUSINESS
The 12 Best Balance Transfer Credit Card Offers of 2016: Longest Terms
By Curtis Arnold, Contributor
Founder of BestPrepaidDebitCards.com
- Pay on your card on time, every month! Ok. So, you know this one. Late payments can trigger steep late payment fees and
BUSINESS
How credit unions are re-establishing trust in the financial services sector
By Rebekah Iliff, Contributor
Contributing Writer
When's the last time you considered a credit union for your banking or loan needs?
BUSINESS
Small Businesses and Credit Unions: For the Good of America
By Jim Nussle, Contributor
CUNA President & CEO
Since 1963, U.S. presidents have marked the important role of the country's small businesses by proclaiming a week in May
WELLNESS
How to Thrive After Losing My Dad Forever
By Diane Hank, Contributor
Senior Regulatory Counsel, Wife and Mother
My dad devoted his life to my mom, brother, and me, and he gave us the gift of never having to doubt just how much he loved
PARENTING
Tomorrow's Millionaires: A Simple Money Management System
By Brenda Raker, Contributor
CEO of Northumberland County Schools Federal Credit Union in M...
When it comes to smart money management, transparency is key. For adults, that means keeping accurate records. But how can young children get a real sense of how much of their money goes to spending and how much they're saving?
COLUMBIA, SC - FEBRUARY 26, 2016: Rapper Killer Mike talks about the upcoming South Carolina Democratic presidential primary at Smoke's Barber Shop Friday, February 26, 2016 in Columbia, South Carolina. Michael Render, aka Killer Mike, campaigned for Democratic presidential candidate Bernie Sanders in the state capital the day before voters participate in the state's primary election. (Photo by Sean Rayford/Getty Images)
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BUSINESS
Killer Mike Wants You To Move Money Into A Local, Black-Owned Bank Before It's Too Late
By Ben Walsh and Ryan Grim
"Bank black, bank small and bank local."
MIAMI
Miami Steps Up to Serve the Unbanked
By John P. David, Contributor
President, David PR Group | Author: How to Protect (or Des...
Individuals who are interested in learning more can visit www.bankonmiami.org or call 2-1-1 or 3-1-1 in Miami-Dade to be
GOOD NEWS
Young Oil Worker Joins the Credit Union Family, Buying a Car Through a First Time Buyers Program
By Mark Roddenberry, Contributor
CEO at Estacado Federal Credit Union in Hobbs, New Mexico
John, a 21-year-old oil worker, used to head out each morning in an old family truck that often broke down, causing him to
GOOD NEWS
Credit Union Stabilizes Couple Suffering Simultaneous Job Loss and Long-Term Disability
By Gary Fukuroku, Contributor
President and CEO of Maui County Federal Credit Union in Wailu...
A member of Maui County Federal Credit Union who had a loan with us lost his job at a time when his wife was on long-term disability. For more than two years, we worked with the couple until their income was stabilized such that it made sense both for them and for the credit union to do a modification.
BUSINESS
Just by Being AFCU Members, People Get Big Discounts at Select American Companies
By Bernie Winne, Contributor
CEO of Boston Firefighters Credit Union in Boston, Massachusetts
CU Solutions Group created Love My Credit Union Rewards in 2008 as Invest in America to bring members savings from U.S. automotive
GOOD NEWS
Fulfilling a Vision to Make Members' Lives Better in Program for First-Time Auto Buyers
By Tyler Grodi, Contributor
CEO of EFCU Financial based in Baton Rouge, Louisiana
In 2015, we saw a real need in our market for auto financing for young professionals who have limited to no credit and are
GOOD NEWS
Drowning in Debt, Member Finally Reaches Out to Credit Union for Help
By Ronaldo Hardy, Contributor
CEO of Shell Geismar Federal Credit Union, based in Gonzales, ...
Last year, a member came to us for help because she had gotten herself into a bad situation with finance companies. She had
GOOD NEWS
Credit Union Mobilizes to Ease the Devastating Effects of Flooding
By Brad Williams, Contributor
CTO of South Carolina Federal Credit Union, based in Charlesto...
As the rains continuously poured throughout the state last fall, South Carolina Federal Credit Union teams assessed needs
GOOD NEWS
Member's Ex-Husband Puts Her in Danger of Losing Her Home
By Gary Fukuroku, Contributor
President and CEO of Maui County Federal Credit Union in Wailu...
A member of Maui County Federal Credit Union bought a house by herself and then put her ex-husband on the title, after which
GOOD NEWS
Poster Child for the Sandwich Generation Finds Credit Union to Be a Blessing in Her Life
By Darryl Trammell, Contributor
President of Blue Cross Texas Federal Credit Union in Richards...
Blue Cross Texas Federal Credit Union member DJ says that the credit union has been a blessing to her and her family. It
GOOD NEWS
Credit Union Makes Things Right for a Victim of Predatory Lending
By Kathy Deloney, Contributor
CEO of Red River Mill Employees Federal Credit Union, based in...
Red River Mill Federal Credit Union (RRMEFCU) serves an economically distressed, rural investment area in the "Cotton Belt
GOOD NEWS
Collection Item Harms Recent Widow's Credit Before She Seeks Help from Credit Union
By Lisa Ginter, Contributor
CEO of CommunityAmerica Credit Union based in Lenexa, Kansas
A nonmember recently entered our credit union to talk about her loan needs. She was visibly upset because her husband had
GOOD NEWS
Credit Union Helps Single Mom Recover from Upside-Down Finances
By Lisa Ginter, Contributor
CEO of CommunityAmerica Credit Union based in Lenexa, Kansas
Recently, a member asked to stop a charge that was pending on her account from posting because it would cause her to have
BUSINESS
Member Starts Planning Dream Vacation When Her Interest Rates Are Lowered
By Mike Lee 110, Contributor
President and CEO of KCT Credit Union in Elgin, Illinois
KCT Credit Union recently helped a grade school principal save $40,000 in interest payments over four years. Seeing the savings
GOOD NEWS
Berenstain Bears Teach Lessons on Handling Money
By John Unangst, Contributor
President and CEO of Franklin Mint Federal Credit Union in Bro...
Bear Country Credit Union creates a hands-on, interactive experience for young children to learn about money
LATINO VOICES
Credit Union Makes the Transition from Puerto Rico Easy for Bilingual Teachers
By Mike Lee 110, Contributor
President and CEO of KCT Credit Union in Elgin, Illinois
A group of new bilingual teachers from a local school district we serve moved 20 teachers from Puerto Rico to our area. KCT
GOOD NEWS
Credit Union Awards Scholarships to College Students, Supports Happy Campers, and Preserves Privacy
By Linda Walker, Contributor
CEO at Riverdale Credit Union
One of the ways we give back to the community is by using a fund we established for deserving students who are members of
GOOD NEWS
Member Gets Help Buying a Car, Improving Her Opinion of the Credit Union Along With Her Credit
By Darryl Trammell, Contributor
President of Blue Cross Texas Federal Credit Union in Richards...
An employee of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas for 17 years, Lilian had been a member of Blue Cross Texas Federal Credit Union (BCTFCU) for almost as long but was not using the benefits of that membership.
GOOD NEWS
A Silver Lining to Tragedy Is the Opportunity for Humanity to Shine
By Brad Williams, Contributor
CTO of South Carolina Federal Credit Union, based in Charlesto...
The employees rallied with donations of time, talent, and treasure. They passed out water at Emanuel AME, linked arms across the Ravenel Bridge, and opened their wallets to assist. The credit union matched employee giving to present a $10,000 check to the Mother Emanuel Hope Fund.
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