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Back-to-school financial tips for families

Back to School, Back on Track

Learn how you can get back to school and back on track with a little help from your local credit union, Vantage West.
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Financial Independence: Your New College Superpower!

Starting college can feel like an exciting leap into a new world—new classes, new friends, and new responsibilities. But one of the biggest adjustments is managing your own money. Balancing

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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Financial Aid for College in Arizona: What You Need to Know to Complete Your FAFSA Application

The federal government awards about $125 billion for education in the form of loans, grants, and work-study programs. Whether you are going to college in Arizona or out-of-state, to get

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