Big tipper? Find out which states are most and least generous with gratuities

by Craig Johnson @ clark.com

Fri Mar 23 11:01:44 PDT 2018

If you’re like many Americans, you may feel that what you tip at a particular restaurant has everything to do with the service you’re getting – but that may not necessarily be the case. A recent study shows which region …

Employee Spotlight – Vicky Fields

by WP Admin @ Horizon Credit Union

Thu Jul 06 04:30:56 PDT 2017

Vicky Fields, Director of Mortgage Lending has many years of experience in Mortgage Lending. Vicky states that the thing that sets Horizon Credit Union apart from other lenders, is her ability to find the right solution for the borrower instead of trying to fit everyone into one set category. Vicky can listen during the application […]

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Two legitimate ways to get free Disney World tickets

by Theo Thimou @ clark.com

Mon Mar 26 10:42:33 PDT 2018

Who says there's no free lunch? Turns out there might actually be a way to score free tickets to Walt Disney World and Disneyland — in some circumstances.

5 of the best paper towel brands for your money

by Theo Thimou @ clark.com

Thu Mar 22 15:00:00 PDT 2018

It's time for spring cleaning and spring picnic season. Make sure you have a reliable paper towel to pick up after guests who make a mess!

How not to get kicked out of your Airbnb rental

by Craig Johnson @ clark.com

Fri Mar 23 13:54:41 PDT 2018

While travel season used to be a boon for hotels, it has now turned into a blessing for many homeowners, too, thanks to Airbnb.

The homesharing service is disrupting the hotel industry by providing affordable lodging from people who are …

We LOVE Teachers!

by Jan @ Linn Area Credit Union

Mon May 02 11:27:35 PDT 2016

Yep, there’s a soft spot in our heart for teachers. (After all, we ARE the teacher’s credit union!) I have fond (but vague) memories of teachers. When I was a kid, we moved around a lot. My dad was in the Navy, and we moved every couple of years. My younger brother always struggled with […]

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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…

Join us for the Easy Expo!

by Jan @ Linn Area Credit Union

Fri Apr 01 14:22:54 PDT 2016

It seems like there’s always something new and exciting going on in Linn Area land! This year, we have a brand-spankin’-new format for our annual membership meeting on Monday, April 25. We’re calling it the Easy Expo and 2016 Annual Meeting, and here’s a quick snapshot of what it’s gonna look like! At 4:30 p.m., […]

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Recall alert: Organic coconut flour poses salmonella risk

by Craig Johnson @ clark.com

Mon Mar 26 12:15:22 PDT 2018

The King Arthur Flour Co. is recalling its organic coconut flour due to the potential presence of salmonella, the company has announced. People should check their cupboards for the product and take prompt action, the company said.

“Consumers who have …

Melissa Roark brings a ‘hometown touch’ to Mount Carmel branch

by WP Admin @ Horizon Credit Union

Thu Jul 06 04:29:24 PDT 2017

When Chief Operating Officer Mark Drinnon introduced Melissa Roark to Horizon Credit Union, she knew instantly that this was the place she needed to be working. After discussing employment with her husband, Melissa felt it was time for a change in her life; it was time to find a new direction and to accomplish the […]

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Buying prescription glasses online

by Clark Howard Staff @ clark.com

Sun Mar 25 21:00:00 PDT 2018

Did you know you can get prescription glasses for $15? Well, you can and Clark has all the info just for you!

Apple Watch, Fitbit make strides in detecting heart problem

by Theo Thimou @ clark.com

Thu Mar 22 15:26:55 PDT 2018

If you're a fan of the Apple universe, the Apple Watch may have already won your heart. But did you know it may be able to proactively protect your heart, too?

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…

Making the Leap

by Jan @ Linn Area Credit Union

Thu May 05 13:21:33 PDT 2016

I’m truly impressed with our Mobile Money app. Truly. Generally speaking, I’m not a person who leaps into action when the brand-spankin’-newest, high-tech gadget is introduced. Or software. Or anything, for that matter. It’s pretty easy for me to be that person who just goes along with what they’ve got, and that works for them. […]

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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…

Report: Draft bill would allow credit reporting agencies, banks to conceal data breaches

by Craig Johnson @ clark.com

Mon Mar 26 13:37:24 PDT 2018

As we have chronicled over the past several months, congressional scrutiny of the Equifax data breach has ebbed and flowed with the headlines.

Lasting consumer protections have been hard to come by for various reasons. But one of the more …

Follow this simple chart to become a millionaire

by Mike Timmermann @ clark.com

Mon Mar 26 13:00:00 PDT 2018

If becoming a millionaire is something that's been on your mind, this helpful chart reveals what it will take to get there!

Get FREE Checking, Get $50!

by Jan @ Linn Area Credit Union

Mon Apr 11 11:59:13 PDT 2016

We know, we know! No one really wants to move their checking account. It’s such a chore! But let’s weigh the short-term pain against the long-term gain. If you don’t have a Linn Area checking account, take a good hard look what you DO have. Are you paying a monthly maintenance fee? Are you paying […]

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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…

Self Lender offers a new way to build credit when you have none

by Theo Thimou @ clark.com

Tue Mar 27 08:30:20 PDT 2018

Need to build credit quickly? Imagine having the ability to save money each month into an account that earns interest and builds your credit history with the three main credit bureaus at the same time.

15 of the best Dollar Tree storage and organization ideas

by Mike Timmermann @ clark.com

Mon Mar 26 16:00:19 PDT 2018

You don't have to break your budget to get organized! Here are my favorite storage and organization products from the dollar store.

You can buy almost anything at Walmart…why not a used car, too?

by Theo Thimou @ clark.com

Mon Mar 26 13:24:17 PDT 2018

Used car buyers have historically been faced with a lot of both hazard and opportunity.

The hazard comes into the equation because used cars come with a history and you don’t want to be buying someone else’s headache.

But the …