In today’s world, digitally connected families must think about safety and security both online and offline. Every child is taught basic safety and security, like not talking to strangers and looking both ways before crossing the street. Teaching young people easy-to-learn life lessons for online safety and privacy begins with parents leading the way. The first step is […]
As you browse online, you probably see offers to try out cool products or services for free. This can be tempting and, many times, it’s okay to check them out. But some dishonest companies will bury the terms of their “free trial” offers in fine print or not disclose them at all. Their real goal […]
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 – […]
National Credit Union Youth Month 2017 from CUNA on Vimeo. Choose which kind of saver you are from the images below:
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Young people face a bewildering financial landscape in their immediate future—one where technology has made spending as easy as breathing and the cost of higher education continues to skyrocket. That’s why we believe it’s more important than ever to ensure our youth possess strong money management skills. As a not-for-profit financial cooperative, our core values […]
One of the best ways to ensure your children grow up financially fit is to give them practice managing money with an allowance. But what’s the best way to do an allowance? There are many theories on that. Ron Lieber, personal finance writer for The New York Times, says he and his wife pay their […]
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