Money-saving tips for a fruitful Thanksgiving November 1, 2018 Beth Ann Tabak Thanksgiving is a time to rest, to spend time with friends and family and to, well, give thanks. To make that a little easier this year, we’ve put together a few tips to help you save money while shopping for Thanksgiving dinner.
A basic guide to automating your financial life October 22, 2018 Beth Ann Tabak Using digital banking options and automating your financial life can save you time, money, and the general stress of worrying about whether your banking is handled from day to day. Here are a few tips to how you can save yourself some headaches by putting your finances on autopilot.
Protect yourself from financial aid scams October 13, 2018 Beth Ann Tabak With the recent release of the 2019-2020 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), millions of students and their parents are starting the search for next year’s college financial aid, making them susceptible to scammers. Navigating the world of college financial aid is not an easy task. Making it even more difficult are those out there willing to take advantage of you.
A quick guide on how to pay for college October 5, 2018 Beth Ann Tabak It’s no secret that higher education comes with a hefty price tag. The College Board reported that the average annual cost of a public four-year college for in-state students is $9,410 while out-of-state students face $23,980. Those attending a private four-year college are looking at an average annual cost of $32,410. Just reading these numbers can be overwhelming, let alone figuring out how to pay for them. The good news is that for many students college is not an out-of-pocket expense because of the many available avenues of financial aid. Here’s a few ways to figure out how to pay for college without going broke.
Protect yourself against identity theft September 27, 2018 Beth Ann Tabak In September of 2017, it was reported that Equifax, one of the nation’s three largest credit bureaus, had experienced a severe security breach. The personal data of nearly 150 million Americans was made vulnerable, exposed to hackers and scammers to use as they please. While the initial sting of the breach has passed, its danger has not. We must all continue to protect our valuable personal information. Here’s how you can secure your personal data.
Be ready: September is National Preparedness Month September 21, 2018 Beth Ann Tabak National Preparedness Month is four weeks designed to ready you for an emergency. And, it seems that both local and national weather is cooperating to remind you of what’s at stake if you don’t have a plan in place. Advanced planning can save you valuable time and money. From the financial to the practical, here are a few ways to make sure you are ready in an emergency.
How do I choose a checking account? September 14, 2018 Beth Ann Tabak A quick guide to finding the best checking account for you
Welcome to our financial education blog August 27, 2018 Designed with your financial success in mind, Financial Fundamentals, the 7 17 Credit Union financial education blog, offers insights, news and tips crafted to help you achieve your financial goals.
Does your financial situation scare you? August 15, 2018 Beth Ann Tabak Does your financial situation scare you? You’re not alone; a recent study found that 36 percent of working Americans are considered “financially fragile.” Read on for some tips to put you on stronger financial footing.
Save money on back-to-school shopping August 7, 2018 Beth Ann Tabak How to take savings beyond the sales
Four tips to avoiding summer travel scams July 23, 2018 Beth Ann Tabak Ready to get away this summer? We hear you! Just don’t fall prey to a fraudster. Here are four tips to steering clear of travel scams this summer.