While you might think some money paths are best left to those who have been in their career for a few years, the team at Jefferson Credit Union wants you to realize that taking care of your financial health is something you should start before you even graduate from college this spring. Do You Have Your Financial Cap and Gown Ready? In a couple months, you’re going to head out into the “real” world. Read on →

Our team at Jefferson Credit Union wants you to remember that while your health might be in need of some sunshine this spring, your finances could also use some of that energy to help take your bank and savings account to the next level. Time for Financial Spring-cleaning Are you ready to start spring-cleaning your finances to help see your financial health really grow this season? It all starts with a budget. Read on →

If you’ve been itching for a new ride for a while, our team at Jefferson Credit Union wants to help put you in a new car by summer! Car Shop, the Smart Way Who doesn’t love that new car smell? And if it’s been awhile since you were able to smell the scent that comes from a new vehicle, you know how the car-buying bug can quickly come up and bite you. Read on →

Wouldn’t it be nice if you could earn points for spending? Jefferson Credit Union thinks so, too, which is why we developed a Buzz Points Reward Program for customers! Swipe and Earn As a member of Jefferson Credit Union, you’re able to reap the benefits of a new, local rewards program called Buzz Points. Through this program, customers earn points based on their “swipes.” For example, when members swipe their debit card with a local business, each $1 earns them one point. Read on →

You want to take a vacation this summer, and at Jefferson Credit Union, we want to help you get there with these money-saving tips. Summer Will Be Here Before You Know It While it might seem crazy to be having a discussion about summer vacation right now, it’s actually the financially smart thing to do. Being financially free is all about preparation. Why stress yourself out during June trying to find out how to pay for a July vacation when you can start saving now and have more months of savings behind you for your trip? Read on →

Remember when you were growing up and you received a star for a job well done in school or at home? Remember how good you felt after receiving it? Well, not much changes from childhood to adulthood, which is why it’s important to celebrate the victories of reaching your goals—especially the financial ones. Keep Your Motivation Going Strong For starters, write down a list of financial goals. It can be anything and everything—from paying off your student loans to saving for a down payment on a new home. Read on →

“There really are places in the heart you don’t even know exist until you love a child.“—Anne Lamott There are also costs associated with having a child that you didn’t know existed until your little one arrived. Or you knew there’d be other costs, but didn’t really realize how much until the actual bill arrived. Planning a new addition to the family? Educate yourself about the potential costs. The Hits Keep Coming While the saying goes, “You can never really afford a child,” there are things you can do to make things financially easier on yourself. Read on →

Now that we’re halfway through the first month of 2017, many of us are in full swing of aiming to achieve our resolutions, whether they’re related to health, fitness or finances. However, what about when it comes to organizing your life? Staying organized is especially important when it comes to your finances. Here’s why: While homes definitely require organizing, many people focus too much on the house and not the financial aspects of their life. Read on →

Maybe you were already on the wrong financial footing before Christmas, or perhaps the holiday season put you way over budget. No matter what the reason, debt seems to be alive and well in many American homes. But with a new year, comes a new chance to get back on the right financial track. Starting with getting out of debt. Move Over, Debt. You’re Not Welcome Here! Even though more than half of Americans are currently in debt, that doesn’t mean that you have to be! Read on →

As a parent, not only do you need to focus on your finances, but you also need to take time to focus on your children and their understanding of money. Therefore, now and in the new year, make time to invest in your children! Teaching Your Children About Money This time of year, your children are seeing you spend more of your money than usual. As a result, your children might be thinking money literally falls from trees! Read on →