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Financial EducationBack to school season is here! Whether it’s buying a backpack for elementary school, sending a teenager off to college, or starting a first full-time job after graduation, back to...
If you’ve been looking for a way to earn more from your savings without locking your money away, you may be asking yourself: “What is a high yield money market...
If your monthly bills feel like a game of financial whack-a-mole, you’re not alone. One credit card payment is due on the 5th, another on the 12th, a personal loan...
Back to school budgeting tips can help you stay organized as the new school year approaches. July often brings a mix of supply lists, clothing needs, technology updates, and extracurricular...
Tucson Welcome Home Program: How One Program Is Opening Doors for More Arizona Families June is National Home Ownership month and in Southern Arizona this month always feels like a...
Summer in Arizona arrives with rising temperatures and rising wanderlust, which is exactly why it’s important to save on summer travel. By June, families across Tucson, Phoenix, and beyond are...
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Back to school season is here! Whether it’s buying a backpack for elementary school, sending a teenager off to college, or starting a first full-time job after graduation, back to...
Community Banking Month is the perfect time to explore why choosing a local financial institution, like a credit union, feels less like a transaction and more like people helping people....
Under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) of 2025, interest paid on loans for American-made vehicles may be eligible for a federal tax deduction. Members can view 2025 interest...
What does banking local mean? When your bank knows your name, it means they know your story—not just your balance. It means they understand what you’re working toward, and they...
If you are a Vantage West Credit Union member, you probably already know about some of our benefits, as you chose to bank with us! Keeping your money in the...
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If your monthly bills feel like a game of financial whack-a-mole, you’re not alone. One credit card payment is due on the 5th, another on the 12th, a personal loan...
TIME FOR YOUR CHECKUP! A Mid‑Year Financial Checkup helps families catch small issues before they turn into bigger “symptoms,” reduce stress, and feel more confident heading into the second half...
We know there’s a lot of financial advice out there—some of it helpful, some of it… not so much. So, where do you turn for trusted guidance? In our Financial...
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Tucson Welcome Home Program: How One Program Is Opening Doors for More Arizona Families June is National Home Ownership month and in Southern Arizona this month always feels like a...
Under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) of 2025, interest paid on loans for American-made vehicles may be eligible for a federal tax deduction. Members can view 2025 interest...
Most people put off estate planning because it feels far away, confusing, or uncomfortable. But ask yourself, “What if I die without a Will? If the unexpected happens and you...
Driving off the lot in a new car can be an exhilarating adventure. Unfortunately, for many, the process can be a dreaded experience. But it doesn’t have to be. Because...
Having a healthy nest egg is essential to keep you in control of your finances in an insecure future. An Individual Retirement Account, or IRA, has become an invaluable tool...
When you hear the term “bear market,” what do you think of? For many investors, bear markets can be a source of fear and anxiety. But unlike a real bear,...