Education | 1st Ed Credit Union - Part 6

Category: Education

There are no “quick fixes” to clean up your credit

If you’re trying to clean up your credit, you’ll come across plenty of companies offering an easy fix. But any company promising instant results for a price is likely a scam. The FTC says Grand Teton is one of those companies. In its lawsuit, the FTC says Grand Teton tricked people into paying hundreds – […]

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2019 Scholarship Recipients

  Pictured from left to right: Kelly Childress, CEO, Roy Johnston, Chairperson of the Board, Colin Boyd, Maggie Strawoet, and Tanner Althoff. Not pictured: Sydnee Loy. The following students have been selected to receive one of our $1500.00 scholarships to continue their education and help achieve their career goals. Tanner Althoff will be graduating from […]

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Deciphering Your Financial Aid Award Letter

College award letters are a crucial piece of the financial aid puzzle that can ultimately determine which school a student will choose to attend. Student Choice’s College Access Counselor will help families better understand award letters so they can make educated decisions about their options. During the webinar, you will learn about: What’s included in […]

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Teach Your Little Owls to Fly With Money Talks

The first step to teaching your kids about money is talking about money. “The most effective way to teach is by having frequent discussions and don’t ever lecture,” said Ted Beck, President and Chief Executive of the National Endowment for Financial Education, in a recent Wall Street Journal article. “Look for teachable moments and always be […]

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Making Crucial Estate Decisions

As unsettling as it may be, it’s important to create a detailed plan that describes where your belongings will go after you die. A well-thought-out estate plan ensures that the distribution of your assets is handled with accuracy and care. That’s why it’s important to learn about the kinds of decisions you’ll need to make […]

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9 Tips for Paying Off Your Credit Card Debt

Buried in credit card debt? You’re not alone. According to NerdWallet, in 2015 the average U.S. household with debt had $15,762 in credit card debt at an average 18% interest rate. Annual interest alone was $2,630, or more than $50 a week. Here are nine tips on how to climb out. Remember, though, there are […]

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Fannett-Metal Students Visit 1st Ed Credit Union

On April 26, 2016, Fannett-Metal School District 5th graders visited 1st Ed Credit Union to take a tour and learn about the credit union. During their visit the students: Went through the process of a cash and mobile check deposit. Used the coin machine to exchange coins for cash. Learned why loans are necessary and why […]

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Teens and Money Management

As a parent, you have the largest influence on the choices your children make through life, including how they approach their finances. Let the teenage years be a time to teach your kids about saving and money management. Remember, the earlier your teen learns to save money and track spending, the more prepared in life […]

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