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4 Things to Consider Before Opening Your First Credit Card

If you’re in the market for your first credit card, it can be difficult and overwhelming to navigate the plethora of cards, terms, promotional offers, and rewards programs. Where to

Investing In Education: How To Save For College

In the United States, higher education is often a helpful step to succeeding in the workforce. It’s also become a more expensive step. Tuition for in-state public universities has risen 211% since 20021 as many employers now demand a university-level

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What Businesses Need as They Recover from the COVID-19 Pandemic

Q&A with Mark Papoccia, Chief, Business & Consumer Banking There are some important shifts that business owners should prioritize to help them adapt to the new economic environment. Mark Papoccia,

Your Guide to Choosing a New Car

With so many options, sizes, and prices, making a vehicle purchase decision can seem overwhelming. We’ve put together a list of the most important things to consider when purchasing a

Should I Buy an Electric Vehicle?

If you are contemplating purchasing an electric vehicle, you aren’t alone. Electric vehicles (EVs) are quick, unique to drive, and have no emissions (from the tailpipe). Consumer interest in electric

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Why Your Credit Score Matters and What to Do About It

Do you want to improve your credit score? Start building credit? Maintain your already solid score? We’ve got you covered for all of the above.
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3 Reasons to Monitor Your Credit Report and How Vantage West Can Help

When you know what’s on your credit report, you can have a better understanding of the factors that make up your credit score. Here are three reasons it’s important to
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Tax Season Savings and Investment Opportunities

The holiday season is well underway and tax season won’t be far behind. We’re focused on helping our Members save money and maximize earnings. So, we compiled a list of

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Who Can Join a Credit Union (And Why They Should)

When we ask people what they think the difference is between a bank and a credit union, we often hear answers like, “It’s like a bank, only smaller,” or, “Credit unions only accept

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Five Saving Strategies

People who develop a savings plan are twice as successful at saving as those who don’t. There are tons of ways to save for those working with any budget. Here

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