Category: Financial Education

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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...

Controlling Health Care Costs

The average cost of healthcare for Americans is over $10,000 per year. Surprising, isn’t it? Here are some ways to effectively manage your healthcare expenses and avoid surprises. Prevention is...

Life Advice from a Digital Guru

Wear sunscreen. Stay hydrated. Think twice before clicking “Reply All.” Do not go back for that third slice of cake. The world around us is spinning with suggestions, recommendations, and...

How to Save on your Electric Bill

Arizona is notorious for its record-breaking summer temperatures, which can translate to an extreme energy bill during the hottest months of the year. In this article we’ve compiled a list...

10 Ways to Enjoy Summer in Southern Arizona

Summer is officially here, and we’re here with ideas to stay cool and have fun in Southern Arizona. 1. Find a pool … or visit a water park. 2. Frequent...

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Build Your Future: 5 Renovation Projects to Add Home Value In Arizona

The Arizona housing market continues to show strength after several years of continuous growth. This has left many homeowners with strong home equity. According to a report by Black Knight,...

Q&A with Andrew Downin: The Credit Union Advantage

If you were to ask people what they think the difference is between a bank and a credit union, you would likely hear answers like, “It’s like a bank, only...

Why Bank Local?

April is Community Banking Month, a reminder of the benefits of banking locally. We partner with Local First Arizona to support local businesses and the Arizona economy all year round....

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Score! How to Earn a Winning Credit Score

With so much to worry about in the present, it’s easy to put off planning for the future. This tendency is one of the reasons your credit score might be...

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Refinance or Home Equity Loan- Which Makes Sense for You?

Depending on your financial needs and current situation, refinancing could help lower monthly payments, change the terms of a loan, switch from an adjustable rate mortgage (ARM) to a fixed-rate...

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