Quick-what’s your credit score?
As a financially responsible individual, you should be checking your credit on a regular basis. You can do this by signing up for free credit monitoring on a reputable website like CreditKarma.com,…
Fake Check Scams!
Making the transition from high school to college isn’t easy. You need to deal with a whole new set of rules, adapt to dorm life and get to know your new classmates, teachers and roommates. Then there’s the financial aspect: applying for…
5 Easy Steps to Start Saving
1. Change Your Mindset – Savings are a necessary expense. When working out your monthly budget, include a little bit for savings, too.
2. Use Cash Over…
5 Ways to Save On Winter Heating Costs
- Heat Selectively – To avoid paying for unused heat in rooms that aren’t regularly used, shut the doors and close the vents in those rooms.
- Trap the Sunlight – Open your curtains when you’ve got sunlight…
Scammer Season
Scammers are always trying to con victims out of their information and money. They are, unfortunately, often successful. Scammers are expert impersonators, using sophisticated technology and their best acting skills to convince you they represent a…
Ringing in the New Years Right!
Q: Every December, I draw up a list of New Year’s resolutions that look depressingly similar to what I wrote last year. How can this year be different?
A: It’s easy to dream of change, but it’s another thing entirely to actually make it…
Apple Scam Beware!
If you have an iPhone, iPad or a Macbook, you need to know about this recent, hard-to-spot scam. Hackers are impersonating Apple support in an effort to scrape sensitive information from Apple users’ devices. These scams can be difficult to identify…
6 Ways to Keep Your Finances Intact This Holiday Season
‘Tis the season to shop until you drop-or until you go broke. But you don’t have to overspend.
There’s no need to rack up a huge credit card bill or go into debt just to cover your holiday expenses. Enjoy a stress-free season by keeping…
7 NAUGHTY SCAMS TO WATCH OUT FOR THIS HOLIDAY SEASON
‘Tis the season to be jolly! And unfortunately, ‘tis also the season for scammers to go after your hard-earned dollars. Keep your money safe by reading up on the most common scams taking place this time of year and practicing caution.
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7 money myths you need to stop believing now
We all grow up hearing the same financial advice: Spend less, save more and invest early. While most of these words of wisdom ring true, there are lots of widespread money management tips that are actually false.
Outlined here are 7 money myths…
How much money should I keep in my checking account?
worth of living expenses in your savings account, or maybe you’ve seen a tip about socking away enough money to cover larger expenses. Either way, there’s lots of discussion about the ideal amount of money to keep in a savings account.
But…
The Credit Union Difference Part 2:
As a member of TFed, you are uniquely positioned to manage your finances and watch your money grow on the best possible terms. Like the member of an elite club, you are entitled to exclusive privileges and individualized service, courtesy of your credit…
