Financial Education

Helpful, easy-to-understand articles to guide your financial wellness journey at every stage.

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Emergency plan document.

Creating Emergency Action Plans (EAPs) as a College Student

While it's hard to predict something like COVID-19 and all the hardships it may have caused (financial setbacks, finding a place to stay, establishing new routines to stay on top of your school work, etc.), there are many other emergency situations that are more common (natural disasters, unexpected medical emergencies, job loss, and so on) that would be made easier to navigate by having an Emergency Action Plan in place for.

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College & Trade School Preparation
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Our Website Got a Fresh New Look!

As you've probably noticed, we've been working hard over the past year to redesign our website to better suit our members’ needs and it's gotten a fresh new look!

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Digital Banking & Technology
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College Options to Consider During the Uncertainty of COVID-19

For families making college choices over the summer: please know that you’re not alone. If you’re struggling with final decisions, are experiencing funding concerns, or are considering alternatives to on-campus education, we’re here to help! Contact our College Team anytime. Our aim is to help families make informed, meaningful decisions about higher education.

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College & Trade School Preparation
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Get a Weekly Credit Report Check for Free!

In the wake of COVID-19 and the resulting financial impact (as well as heightened fraud attempts) across the globe, keeping a close eye on your credit report is more important than ever. In an effort to help you stay informed and safe, the three major credit bureaus (Equifax, Experian, and TransUnion) have agreed to offer FREE weekly report checks at AnnualCreditReport.com through April 2021!

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Credit Score
A father and his young son planting a tree.

14 Ways to Save Money by Going Green

Going green pays off in several ways. It reduces our carbon footprint and helps out the environment. It can benefit our health. And as an added bonus, it can save us some major money!

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Personal Finance