Top 7 home improvements you can do yourself with a little help from TruMark Financial

by Nicole Diehl @ TruMark Financial Credit Union

Fri Mar 02 05:29:16 PST 2018

Stop and take a look around your house. Are you delighted with everything in it? This is where you spend a good portion of your...

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SCU AVP Donnelly receives Young Professional Award

by Lori Holmes @ Service Credit Union

Wed Nov 01 14:03:44 PDT 2017

Portsmouth, NH – The Cooperative Credit Union Association (CCUA) recently presented Service Credit Union Assistant Vice President of the Contact Center Dennis Donnelly with the Young Professionals Award of Excellence. The award signifies a young professional who best demonstrates a commitment to the values and principles defining the credit union’s mission. Donnelly was one of […]

Don’t Miss These Major Tax Changes for 2018

by Brandon @ Tower Federal Credit Union

Wed Feb 07 12:40:07 PST 2018

This year brings the most significant changes to federal tax law in more than 30 years.

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Mobile banking – four ways to stay on top of your finances while on the go

by Nicole Diehl @ TruMark Financial Credit Union

Fri Mar 23 08:20:51 PDT 2018

Most people have a checklist they go through before they leave the house. Is the stove turned off? Are the doors locked? Do I have...

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Online Payments & Account Funding Is Available

by Angie Freeman @ Education First Credit Union

Tue Jan 16 04:43:43 PST 2018

Online Loan Payments & Account Funding Is Available! Online Payments & Deposits are conveniently available for you through our website, a smart phone and even text messaging! Make Your Education First Credit Union loan payment or fund your account ONLINE with any credit card, debit card, or checking account. Use a debit card, credit card […]

Tell Your Beneficiaries About Your Accounts and Policies

by Brandon @ Tower Federal Credit Union

Thu Mar 15 13:06:19 PDT 2018

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What Should You Do With Your Tax Refund?

by Brandon @ Tower Federal Credit Union

Thu Mar 01 09:41:43 PST 2018

Will you be receiving a tax refund this year? If so, you might want to think about the destiny of that money. Here are a few options to consider.

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EBates, UPromise and More Cash-Back Shopping Portals

by Brandon @ Tower Federal Credit Union

Thu Mar 01 09:43:43 PST 2018

There are a million ways to spend your money, and now hundreds of ways to actually SAVE some bucks in the process.

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Great Money Resolutions for the New Year

by Carolyn Pittman @ Service Credit Union

Wed Dec 27 08:00:39 PST 2017

It’s that time of year again, recovering from the indulgences of the holidays, looking over the past year, breaking out the new calendar, and planning to do better in all aspects of life in the coming year. One of the most popular resolutions is to be better with money. The challenge, of course, is sticking […]

Protect Yourself From Fraud & Identity Theft

by Angie Freeman @ Education First Credit Union

Wed Feb 01 07:59:14 PST 2017

To read some practical tips on protecting yourself from Fraud & Identity Theft – Click Here!

Credit union rocks the day away in support of financial literacy

by Nicole Diehl @ TruMark Financial Credit Union

Tue Mar 13 11:42:21 PDT 2018

FORT WASHINGTON, Pa. ­– TruMark Financial® Credit Union will host a Lyrics & Literacy event on Sunday, April 15, 2018, at Glazier Hall, 2980 Southampton...

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Auto loans: credit unions vs. banks

by Nicole Diehl @ TruMark Financial Credit Union

Wed Feb 28 05:31:28 PST 2018

Need a car but can’t pay cash? You have three choices: Borrow from the dealer or manufacturer’s financing company, borrow from a bank, or borrow...

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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…

Service Credit Union named top CU Direct auto lender

by Lori Holmes @ Service Credit Union

Fri Feb 23 08:19:49 PST 2018

Service Credit Union (SCU) was named the top auto lender in the New England/New York region and 10th nationally for 2017 by CU Direct. CU Direct works with auto dealers and credit unions throughout the U.S. to streamline the auto buying process. Last year, the credit union funded more than 21,000 auto loans at approximately […]

How to Shop for Used Clothes — and Why You Should

by Laura McMullen @ NerdWallet

Thu Mar 22 20:00:39 PDT 2018

Buying used clothes at thrift stores may seem like a smart way to slash your spending — and it is. You ought to get gold stars and stickers for spending…

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…

This Spring, Clear Mediocre Credit Cards Out of Your Wallet

by Gregory Karp @ NerdWallet

Mon Mar 26 08:00:11 PDT 2018

Spring is a great time to declutter a closet full of clothes, a garage full of boxes and your wallet full of inferior credit cards. The average credit card holder…

Recreational Boating Safety

by Brandon @ Tower Federal Credit Union

Thu Mar 01 09:43:14 PST 2018

March is a good time to strike a deal on a boat purchase. Be sure you, your family, and your friends follow safe boating practices to help promote an incident-free return from each voyage.

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We Don’t Want You to Wait – Ways to Avoid Being On Hold

by Carolyn Pittman @ Service Credit Union

Tue Nov 28 10:55:02 PST 2017

(And Our 10 Favorite Hold On Songs) Sitting and waiting on the phone for support probably tops most people’s lists of things they would rather not do. Thankfully, the Contact Center at Service Credit Union has invested in a wide variety of options that not only in many cases allow you to avoid picking up […]

Service Credit Union Names VP of Marketing

by Lori Holmes @ Service Credit Union

Tue Jan 30 09:28:20 PST 2018

Service Credit Union is pleased to announce today the appointment of Wendy Bryant-Beswick to Vice President of Marketing. A seasoned executive with more than 20 years of marketing management experience, Beswick will oversee the planning and execution of Service Credit Union’s marketing initiatives including positioning, brand oversight, acquisition, communications, public relations, and business development. She […]

SCU to offer assistance for those affected by a government shutdown

by Lori Holmes @ Service Credit Union

Sat Jan 20 05:00:06 PST 2018

Service Credit Union is committed to helping its members who are affected during the government shutdown. For those with direct deposit, Service Credit Union will post credits to members based on the postings nearest to January 1, 2018. The credit of that amount will take place on or before February 1, 2018. This will apply […]

Visa Credit Card Information

by Angie Freeman @ Education First Credit Union

Fri Feb 16 11:36:02 PST 2018

***** Important Visa Credit Card Information: You recently received a new card which must be activated beginning Saturday, February 17th. Your old card will no longer work after Friday, February 16th. You must begin using your new card on Saturday, February 17th. For additional questions (beginning Feb. 17th) regarding your Visa Credit Card please call […]

The Single Parent’s Guide to Life Insurance

by Barbara Marquand @ NerdWallet

Thu Mar 22 17:39:02 PDT 2018

Even though it might be hard sometimes to picture your young children as independent adults, you hope to live long enough to see that day. Life insurance provides a financial…

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…

You and Your Investment Representative: A Relationship of Trust

by Brandon @ Tower Federal Credit Union

Wed Feb 07 12:35:59 PST 2018

Perhaps your doctor, lawyer, and accountant are trusted advisors. Through years of working with them, they have come to know your family and your particular needs. How about your investment representative?

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Service Credit Union donates to the N.H. Food Bank

by Lori Holmes @ Service Credit Union

Fri Dec 22 08:49:58 PST 2017

Service Credit Union donated $10,000 and 1,326 pounds of food to the New Hampshire Food Bank, a program of Catholic Charites NH, in order to help the citizens of New Hampshire. Service Credit Union President/CEO David Van Rossum recently presented the check to New Hampshire Food Bank Executive Director Eileen Groll Liponis to help keep […]

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…

Good Retirement Savings Habits

by Brandon @ Tower Federal Credit Union

Thu Mar 01 09:42:20 PST 2018

What can you start doing today to make that effort more productive, to improve your chances of ending up with more retirement money, rather than less?

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Service Credit Union offers free access to FICO® Scores

by Lori Holmes @ Service Credit Union

Mon Feb 05 13:55:02 PST 2018

In its continuing efforts to enhance member experience and provide innovative banking tools, Service Credit Union is now providing its members free access to their FICO® Scores. This includes key factors affecting their scores and general information on credit scores. . The scores, which will be updated quarterly, are available through Service Credit Union’s secure […]

Same Day ACH – Information

by Angie Freeman @ Education First Credit Union

Tue Aug 29 12:11:43 PDT 2017

Please Be Advised—Same Day ACH Debits will become effective on September 15, 2017. This means any payments made by writing a paper check or made by telephone could clear your checking account on the same day you write the check or authorize the payment by phone. Click Here For More Information

The secret history of the Wall Street Bull

by Nicole Diehl @ TruMark Financial Credit Union

Tue Mar 06 06:51:36 PST 2018

Bulls and bears can be considered the unofficial mascots of the stock market. They represent the upward and downward movements of the stock market over...

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To Shred or Not to Shred? What Docs to Keep & For How Long

by Brandon @ Tower Federal Credit Union

Thu Mar 01 09:42:50 PST 2018

While you may not think twice about that old bill you just threw in the trash, or the pre-approved credit card offer sitting in your recycling bin, you should.

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Service Credit Union to offer assistance for those affected by a Government Shutdown

by Lori Holmes @ Service Credit Union

Wed Dec 06 08:39:27 PST 2017

Service Credit Union is committed to helping its members in the event of a government shutdown by covering the December mid-month payroll and offering a 0% loan. If the shutdown occurs and the Defense Finances and Accounting Services (DFAS) does not pay mid-month payrolls, Service Credit Union will post credits to members based on the […]

2018 Annual Meeting

by Angie Freeman @ Education First Credit Union

Fri Feb 09 09:48:49 PST 2018

Make plans to attend our 82nd Annual Meeting on Tuesday, March 20, 2018 at 5:30 pm., at 501 W. Schrock Rd., Suite 400; Westerville, Ohio 43081. There is no cost to attend but reservations are requested. Please make your reservation no later than Wednesday, March 14, 2018 by calling 614-340-1518 or emailing afreeman@educu.org

Credit cards or debit cards – what’s the smartest swipe?

by Nicole Diehl @ TruMark Financial Credit Union

Thu Mar 08 06:11:44 PST 2018

Most people own at least one debit card and at least one credit card. They know they have them, but they may not know about...

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The Dow Dropped, Don’t Panic

by Brandon @ Tower Federal Credit Union

Thu Feb 08 07:49:11 PST 2018

This week, the Dow Jones Industrial Average dropped in a way that it never had before. While Monday’s Dow loss was indeed severe, it was not as catastrophic as certain headlines trumpeted.

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GreenPath Financial Wellness – Expert Financial Guidance

by Angie Freeman @ Education First Credit Union

Mon Jul 10 12:20:54 PDT 2017

Education First Credit Union is pleased to offer our members GreenPath Financial Wellness. GreenPath’s financial experts will empower you to eliminate financial stress, get out of debt, increase savings, and achieve your financial goals. For more information please click here. 

How to Sidestep 3 Unethical Financial Advisor Tactics

by James Royal, Ph.D. @ NerdWallet

Mon Mar 26 08:00:32 PDT 2018

“There’s plenty of opportunity out there for someone who’s unethical,” warns Harold Evensky, chairman of wealth manager Evensky & Katz. That’s especially true when that someone is a financial advisor,…

Ways to prevent identity theft so you can enjoy the holiday season

by Dave Dwyer @ Service Credit Union

Fri Nov 10 09:21:46 PST 2017

As the holiday season gears up with a mad rush of excitement, fraudsters are also gearing up with excitement to steal your identity. Take the necessary precautions to protect yourself whether you are shopping online or at a brick and mortar store. Enjoy the holidays as they are meant to be, with peace, joy, and […]

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…

Energy saving tips – what to look for when buying new appliances

by Nicole Diehl @ TruMark Financial Credit Union

Thu Mar 15 05:10:37 PDT 2018

There’s no getting away from the fact that our dependence on energy increases daily. With energy-dependent technology driving our lives, ecologists continue to search for...

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Five Things to Do Before Meeting With an Advisor

by Brandon @ Tower Federal Credit Union

Wed Feb 07 12:41:24 PST 2018

Americans' financial lives are increasingly complex. It's not unusual to have checking and savings accounts, a 401(k), IRAs, and other personal investments. Keeping track of all your savings and investments has prompted many individuals to seek guidance.

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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…

Personal loans: the Swiss Army Knife of personal finance

by Nicole Diehl @ TruMark Financial Credit Union

Fri Mar 16 10:53:05 PDT 2018

Sometimes life throws expensive surprises. To cover them, you’ll need to borrow. If you’re borrowing to finance one of these costly events, consider a personal...

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Compare & Save!

by Admin @ Education First Credit Union

Thu Mar 01 07:00:32 PST 2018

See how much more you save with Education First Credit Union!