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Help! My Partner is Bad with Money

You love your partner, but you hate the way they spend money and rack up debt. Money fights are the leading cause of relationship stress according to this study of national data. So how can we make…

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6 Life Events that Say it’s Time to Review Your Retirement Savings Plan

If you’re saving each month for retirement, that’s great! You’re working toward building a secure financial future for yourself and your loved ones. But you can’t just sock away money for the futur…

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How to Save for a Down Payment on a House

If you’re a first-time homebuyer, it’s important to understand your down payment options. A down payment is a lump sum paid upfront that reduces the amount of money borrowed. And with median home p…

Eligible households could receive a hefty chunk of up to $5,000 towards a down payment with this program. 

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The Qualifications and Benefits of a VA Loan & How to Get One

VA loans are for those who served in the military. The main advantages are no required down payment, lower credit-score requirements and no mortgage insurance. VA loans play an important role in he…

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5 Things to Mark off Your Money To Do List in June

Making a budget for your hot-weather activities doesn’t take away your summer fun. In fact, it helps you to have an even better time! When you tell your money what to do, you don’t have to worry ab…

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How to Break the Cycle of Living Paycheck to Paycheck

With every scroll through Instagram, we witness people living their best lives. And maybe you’re left wondering how you’ll ever be able to pay for the life you’re living right now—much less the wor…

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The Struggle to Pay for College Just Got Easier – Guide to Financial Aid

Before applying for a private student loan, make sure that you have thoroughly exhausted all sources of free and low-cost financial aid (such as scholarships, grants, and federal direct student loa…

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5 Money Moves to Make this May

The month of May is full of picnics, celebrations and lazy days on the back porch. But with so much fun going on, it’s easy to get overexcited and spend too much money. Keep spring fever in check b…

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[YOUTH MONTH TIP] Let them make mistakes. May be easier to tell kids "no" it's more important for them to experience the process of spending money they've earned. This teaches them that when it's gone...it's gone, and you have to keep working to earn more. Learn more about financial literacy month.

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Our home equity products are a great low-rate alternative for making major home improvements, consolidating debt, or paying college tuition. Find out what your options are for a smart way to get more from your money.

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How to Use an Allowance to Teach Kids to Manage and Respect Money

One of the best ways to ensure your children grow up financially fit is to give them practice managing money with an allowance. But what’s the best strategies for giving an allowance? There are man…

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5 Ways to Get More Bang from Your Tax Refund

Taxes are due April 15, and you may be riding high with a nice little check soon (or maybe you filed early, good for you!). Before you spend your tax refund to buy more electronics or a new wardrob…

Tax season is coming to a close. Before you spend your refund to buy more electronics or a new wardrobe, consider these ways to maximize your refund and improve your finances.

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When to Refinance From an Adjustable-Rate to a Fixed-Rate Mortgage

Unlike diamonds, mortgages are not forever. The ultimate goal is to pay them off and own your home free of encumbrances. But there are many good reasons to trade in your original mortgage for a new…

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Now Accepting Donated Items for Homeless Veterans

Tigers Community Credit Union is partnering with Welcome Home, Inc in their mission to support the needs of our local homeless veterans and improve their overall quality of life. We’ll be hosting a…

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[CHECKLIST] 5 Smart Money Moves for September

Say hello to cooler temperatures, colorful leaves, and fall sports leagues for the kids…September is here! There’s a lot to enjoy—and you’ll enjoy it even more once you’ve budgeted for the co…

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Mid summer is the perfect time to review your retirement contributions to see if you're on track. Take a look at how much you’re currently saving against your budget and see if you can increase your contribution.

If you have a 401k, increase your contribution by 1%. If you haven’t maxed out your IRA, see about directly depositing more every month. If you don’t have an investment strategy yet, we can help you get started. #RetireOnTime 

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