Top 10 Tips For What to Look For in a Financial Planner

by Lonna Battles @ Members Plus Credit Union

Fri Dec 29 10:51:49 PST 2017

A startling 33% of Americans don’t have a financial plan for the future. It’s a common misconception that making a financial plan and having a professional help you out is something only for the extremely wealthy, but people in all income brackets use a financial planner. Financial planners can help you with both improving your finances overall […]

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How to Go Grocery Shopping on a Budget

by Lonna Battles @ Members Plus Credit Union

Mon Sep 25 09:30:21 PDT 2017

Are you ready to trim the fat from your grocery budget?  Food is one of the bigger expenses in the household.  According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 12 to 15 percent of Americans’ annual expenditures go toward food.  Fortunately, that’s one of the easiest areas to economize on.  A few small changes to how […]

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6 Tips for Lowering Your Heating Bill This Winter

by Lonna Battles @ Members Plus Credit Union

Wed Oct 11 11:38:53 PDT 2017

You’ve got all your ducks in a row for a warm and cozy winter despite dropping temps – but have you stopped to consider the increased heating bills headed your way? It’s all just part of the frosty winter season, so don’t fret; plan ahead instead! Here are six ways to lower your heating bill […]

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Five Easy Steps That Stretch Your Retirement Budget

by Lonna Battles @ Members Plus Credit Union

Tue Oct 24 11:30:06 PDT 2017

Retirement can be pricey, says a survey recently conducted by Wells-Fargo. Shockingly, 59 percent of participants questioned revealed that they don’t anticipate retiring — ever.  What’s the top reason given for reaching such a dismal conclusion? There’s not enough money left over to save after paying bills. Check out these five easy steps that stretch your retirement […]

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How to Turn a Tax Refund Into a Fatter Paycheck

by Tina Orem @ NerdWallet

Fri Mar 23 12:34:45 PDT 2018

Getting a tax refund may seem great, but tax pros say it’s also a sign two things could be happening: You may not be doing enough tax planning, and you…

The 8 Best Traveling Abroad Tips for Your Next Trip

by Lonna Battles @ Members Plus Credit Union

Mon Mar 05 12:37:39 PST 2018

Before traveling abroad, it’s always best to be as prepared as possible. Although you might want to be spontaneous on your travels, you still need to make sure that you don’t put yourself in a precarious position through lack of planning. If you’re one of the 131 million plus passport holders in the United States, […]

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5 Fees You Might Be Paying Your Bank That You Don’t Even Know About

by Lonna Battles @ Members Plus Credit Union

Tue Nov 21 08:16:42 PST 2017

You’re probably aware that your bank charges fees for insufficient funds which is why we put together the 5 fees you might be paying your banking without knowing. Charging for insufficient funds has been a standard practice for many years. Most people know how to guard against getting fined for writing a check or using their […]

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Does Life Insurance Cover Suicide?

by Barbara Marquand @ NerdWallet

Thu Mar 22 16:09:10 PDT 2018

Along with the profound and painful questions that follow the loss of a loved one from suicide, there are practical and financial issues to address, too. If the loved one…

First Service Credit Union buys building in Park Ten Office Park for new headquarters

by Eileen Rahman @ First Service Credit Union

Mon May 16 01:37:24 PDT 2016

HOUSTON, TX, May 16, 2016 — First Service Credit Union has embarked on the next phase of its growth strategy with the purchase of a six-story building in the West Houston Energy Corridor as its new headquarters. First Service has … Continue reading →

3 Money Lessons We Can Learn From ‘Roseanne’

by Courtney Jespersen @ NerdWallet

Sun Mar 25 18:00:27 PDT 2018

On March 27, the Conner family is coming back to prime time, thanks to the revival of ABC’s “Roseanne.” The popular sitcom starring Roseanne Barr and John Goodman as husband…

First Service Credit Union Plans Special Events for City of Katy’s Waffle Week Aug. 21-25

by slecrone @ First Service Credit Union

Tue Aug 15 10:58:19 PDT 2017

HOUSTON, August 15, 2017 – First Service Credit Union is using a “Waffle Tour” to show appreciation to public servants in Katy for what they do for the community. August 24 has been designated National Waffle Day, and in connection … Continue reading →

First Service Credit Union Purchases Site for Spring Branch

by Youna Younan @ First Service Credit Union

Tue Mar 15 12:27:33 PDT 2016

HOUSTON, March 15, 2016 – First Service Credit Union has purchased property and a building in Spring, Texas, and will open its first Spring area branch this summer. Continue reading →

5 Key Benefits to Refinancing Your Auto Loan

by Lonna Battles @ Members Plus Credit Union

Fri Jan 12 11:30:03 PST 2018

When you first signed the documents for your new car, refinancing your auto loan was probably the last thing on your mind. Most people simply assume that the original creditor holds the loan until it’s paid off. Much like a mortgage, though, auto loans can be refinanced. People choose to do so for many different […]

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If You Insist on Paying Taxes With a Credit Card, Here’s How

by Tina Orem @ NerdWallet

Thu Mar 22 14:14:34 PDT 2018

Ask any financial expert whether you should pay your tax bill with a credit card, and the answer is almost universally the same: Don’t do it. Credit cards charge far…

How Grads Can Get Another Shot at Student Loan Forgiveness

by Anna Helhoski @ NerdWallet

Tue Mar 27 09:20:39 PDT 2018

The Trump administration is giving student loan borrowers who missed out on public service loan forgiveness a second chance, and they should move now to prepare. The recently passed $1.3 trillion federal…

First Service Credit Union Hosting Donation Drive for Houston Food Bank

by Eileen Rahman @ First Service Credit Union

Thu Oct 12 01:27:58 PDT 2017

HOUSTON, October 12, 2017 – First Service Credit Union is hosting a donation drive collecting food and supplies to help replenish the Houston Food Bank and assist with their disaster relief efforts. The Houston Food Bank has been overwhelmed as … Continue reading →

Did a Tax Pro Botch Your Return? Here’s What to Do

by Tina Orem @ NerdWallet

Fri Mar 23 06:53:52 PDT 2018

To err is human, but to err on your tax return is a total dumpster fire. If you did your own taxes, of course, you may have only yourself to…

Where to go see Christmas Lights in Boston and Surrounding Area

by Lonna Battles @ Members Plus Credit Union

Tue Dec 12 12:23:12 PST 2017

For many people, one of the best things about the holidays is the spectacular light displays. Some of the displays in the Boston area are so amazing that they’ve become famous, while others are brand new sensations that are destined to become time honored Boston traditions. Don’t miss out on your chance to see these […]

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