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In Arizona, snowbirds are as common as cacti and gorgeous sunsets. But becoming a snowbird is more complicated than just buying a second home and spending your winters sunbathing by...
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...
Is spending creating a mountain of credit card debt? Rather than fear that credit card statement, it’s more productive to make a plan to destroy that debt. Paying off credit...
Home equity loans serve as a powerful tool in providing homeowners with extra funds to make home improvements and other investments that they might not otherwise be able to afford....
Depending on your personality, investing either serves as a thrilling roller coaster ride or an anxiety-ridden tightrope walk 300 feet in the air. The ups and downs of a volatile...
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What is Phishing? Don’t take the Bait. Scammers are always looking for new ways to steal personal data, passwords, account numbers, and banking credentials. These cybersecurity tips can help you...
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...
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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,...