Can you believe we’re about halfway through the summer? While you’re continuing to enjoy relaxing vacation days and sunny weekends, here are a few easy tips to keep your finances in shape this summer and for years to come! 1. Put your money on autopilot Set up direct deposit, authorize electronic payments, and automate routine savings. Streamlining … Continue reading “6 Tips for Getting in Financial Shape This Summer”
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According to the Mortgage Monitor Report from Black Knight Financial Services, roughly 6.5 million Americans could benefit from refinancing their home. Are you one of these homeowners? About three million borrowers could save at least $200 a month by refinancing. By refinancing and locking in a better rate on your loan, you could reduce your monthly payment and … Continue reading “Save Money Each Month: Refinance Your House”
Kids love summer vacation because it means no school, but what do you do with them day after day? Activities, camps and vacations are a fun way to go, but in between those times you can also give them the chance to earn some cash (and learn how to save). Finding them a summer job might not … Continue reading “Summer Sun, Fun…and Earning Money!”
It’s the middle of summer, and things are really heating up. Here’s a few things you can do to keep cool during these sunny summer months: Open windows and use portable and ceiling fans to keep air moving. Make sure ceiling fans are set for summer (the air should blow downward). If you have a window … Continue reading “Summertime Tips to Cool Off Your Home”
It’s that time of year again: you’re feeling carefree and in the mood to spend. Here are five common spending mistakes, according to MSN Money, that you can plan ahead to avoid this summer. Weddings On average, there are 2.5 million weddings celebrated each year, many in the summer. If you’re on the guest list, … Continue reading “Five Summer Spending Mistakes and How to Avoid Them”
No season drives home the importance of auto safety more than summer–prime time for driving and for road construction. Add the variables of intense heat and sudden rainstorms, and you’ve got greater potential for hazardous driving conditions. Of course, you can’t control traffic, road repairs, or the weather–but there’s plenty you can do. Your car, … Continue reading “Summertime Drive to Safety”
Whether you’re looking for a brand new car, or a used car that’s new to you–there are many things to consider before you purchase. There are pros and cons to buying new cars, just as there are pros and cons to buying used cars. Realizing the best option for you is the first step. First off, … Continue reading “Three Things to Know Before You Buy a Car”
Money worries are rampant among Americans. A recent survey by Ohio State University found that 70% of the nearly 19,000 students surveyed reported feeling stressed about money. Half worried about not having enough money for daily expenses, and 60% were anxious about the cost of tuition. But it’s not just college-age adults who worry about money. … Continue reading “Don’t Let Money Worries Rob You of Sleep”
We all want to show our dads that we care on Father’s Day. Many people panic and run straight for the ties. But unless your father is a necktie aficionado, you may want to consider something else that shows how well you know and appreciate your dad. Here are 20 ways you can honor your … Continue reading “20 Ways to Celebrate Father’s Day Without Breaking the Bank”
Did you know you’re saving money—maybe hundreds of dollars a year—just by being a Liberty Savings CU member? Credit unions typically charge fewer and lower fees than other financial institutions, according to the Credit Union National Association’s (CUNA) latest membership benefits report. Of course, the amount you save has a lot to do with your financial … Continue reading “Credit Union Membership is Worth Hundreds”