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Defining Credit Inquiries 101
3 Credit Card Tips for Maximizing Benefits
4 Tips for Building a Strong Credit Score
Spring Cleaning Credit Card Debt
It’s credit card cleanup time...
Dissecting the Debt Dilemma
As written by BCU Senior Lead, Joe Styx, M.B.A...
Managing Holiday Debt
Relieve financial stress this season and pay off holiday debt, too!
Digging Out Of Debt
Debt can pile up – just like the autumn leaves in your front yard! Luckily, you can do something about it...
Budgeting Basics
Think of a budget as a blueprint for your money...
4 ‘W’s Of Mortgage Pre-Approvals
The who, what, when, and why...
Financial Planning for 2025
Don’t ‘fir-get’ about your plan...
Social Security Estimates
As written by Jon Wylie, CFP®, BCU Wealth Advisors, LLC...
To Rent or To Own Your Home?
5 questions to help you determine your next move...
3 Easy Ways to Kickstart Your Investing Journey
A blog summary of our live event...
To Invest or To Not Invest?
As written by Jon Wylie, CFP®, BCU Wealth Advisors, LLC...
3 Factors That Impact Home Affordability
What does ‘luck’ have to do with it...
4 Things You Can Do With Your 401(k)
As written by BCU’s Wealth Advisor, Jon Wylie, CFP®...
2024 Tax Checklist When Filing 2023 Returns
A brief checklist to reference before filing...
Planning For More In 2024
Need some New Year’s resolution inspiration? It’s never too late to invest in yourself...
House Hunter Guide
Rates are up and home buying is... well, down – but that won’t stop house hunters from scoring (and refinancing later)...
Protect Your Finances In 3 Steps
As written by Jon Wylie, CFP®, BCU Wealth Advisors, LLC...
3 Red Flags from a Recruiter
As written by BCU Senior Manager, Nicole Ott...
Protecting Yourself from Fraud
6 ways to safeguard what’s yours...
Avoiding Fraudsters
When it comes to account protection, be sure to make note of these safety tips to safeguard what’s yours...
6 Different Types of Scholarships
What to know about opportunities that may apply to you
3 Down Payment Savings Plans
Saving for a home starts here...
Emergency Savings Self-Care
Practicing self-care for your finances...
Helpful Holiday Spending Hacks
Top tips from our latest live event...
What It Really Means to Budget Better
Creating a realistic budget means this...
High-Interest Rate Hacks
As written by Jon Wylie, CFP®, BCU Wealth Advisors, LLC...
Set Your Savings Up for Success
Your checklist on the search for savings...
6 Cliff Notes To The New FAFSA
How 2023 decisions will impact 2024 and beyond...
6 Last-Minute Gift Ideas
Helping you wrap up your holiday shopping...
How To Make Impulse Buying Work
For you! Next time you get the urge to buy something, just...
Holiday Spending Goes Frugal
Check out these three money moves to keep in mind for jollier savings.
Hosting A Party On A Budget
Easy money moves for greater party savings? Check out these tips for hosting your next gathering...
Car Loan Refinancing
Deck the wheels! Here are seven reasons you should seriously consider refinancing this season...
More Grocery Savings
A lot of TLC goes into preparing a holiday meal for the ones you care for. Here are three helpful savings tips...
Taking Control Of Your Finances
Even in times of uncertainty there are steps you can take. Here are three things you can do right now...
Making Money Go Further
It’s no wonder many of us have felt a bit more financial stress than before. Take it one ‘money bite’ at a time...
Multiple Savings Goals
Hey, maze runner! Try differentiating your savings goals. Here are three money moves to help you through the ears...
Put Your Extra Income To Work
Are you expecting a tax return or bonus this year?
3 Steps to Financially Reset
Take things one step at a time...
Money Milestone Moments
Here’s how you can celebrate small wins...
Building Financially Resilient Families Q&As
Bjorn and Ericka answer questions post live event...
Inspiring Summer Reads on Financial Independence
Time to kick back, relax, and make some money moves...
Making Money Fun for Kids
6 tips for raising money-smart kids...
What's a Financial Coach?
How coaching can help you master your money...
Financial Literacy Vs. Financial Capability Month
What’s the difference and how to celebrate...
4 Steps To Spring ‘Clean’ Your Finances
It’s time to get growing...
7 Steps To Get A Hold On Your Finances
As written by BCU Senior Lead, Joe Styx, M.B.A...
5 Ways To Celebrate Small Wins
Because every money move adds up...
Feeling More 'Money’ Confident
Three ways you can manage money stress and feel better about where you’re at.
The Ongoing Saga of Interest Rates
Things you can do to capitalize on timing...
Rates, Elections, And A Recession
How do these happenings impact a financial plan...
The Evolution Of A Financial Wellness CUSO
Finopotamus learns more about our program’s technology...
Financial Well-Being For All
After offering financial well-being services to members for years, BCU recently created a CUSO - that’s us!
Case Study ft. Paperwork
BCU partnered with Paperwork to launch a mobile financial wellness app that guides members and non-members alike through life’s financial milestones...