While many are waiting to start their resolutions on Jan. 1, why not go ahead and start preparing your finances today for a resolution to be better off financially in 2017? Financial Freedom Ahead It’s great to know where you want to be in life—financially free. However, it’s also important to know where you are currently in your financial life in order to know the correct road to take to reach your destination. Read on →

“No one has ever become poor by giving.“—Anne Frank The month of November is a time to reflect on everything we’re thankful for and, if able, give back to our community and to others. Yet the misconception is that you need to give a lot of money in order to be considered as a person who’s “giving back.” This is not the case. There are many things you can do to help others that won’t cost you a fortune. Read on →

Has this ever happened to you? You receive your paycheck. Then, you deposit it. Next, you pay your bills. Finally, you see how much money you have left and think, “That should be enough!” A week goes by, and all of sudden, you’re broke. Where did all your leftover money go? The answer might surprise you! Where, Oh, Where Did All My Money Go? For some of us, it seems our money disappears faster than a pair of socks in the dryer. Read on →

Can you believe it’s already October!? It’s crazy how fast time goes by sometimes. Before you know it, the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays will be here. This means more money will be going out instead of staying in. But it doesn’t have to be that way. Instead, make a plan this month to stay in budget with your holiday spending this season. Budgets Weren’t Made to be Broken When making your holiday budget, be sure you stick with it! Read on →

We all know the importance of a budget, but how many of us are actually using one? Every household should be on a budget. If you’re one who has yet to bite the bullet and create a budget, now’s the time to do so! Budgeting Made Easy Not all budgets are created equal. This is because we all learn and manage things differently. Find the budget for you by giving one of these a try! Read on →

Whether you’re saving up for a new car or just want to put yourself in better standing financially, a budget is the best way to achieve your goals! Budgeting Made Easy For some, budgeting may seem like a stressful task. But what’s a more stressful situation: creating a budget or always living paycheck to paycheck? A budget sounds like the right way to go. And while it can be tedious, it’s worth it in the end. Read on →

Have you heard the news? Jefferson Credit Union offers a Visa Signature Rewards Credit Card, and you won’t want to miss out on all the perks this credit card has to offer! Stock Up on Rewards Customers with a credit score of 680 or higher are eligible to receive a Visa Signature Rewards Credit Card. With this credit card, you can reap a number of benefits, including but not limited to: 1 Percent Cash Back With Rebate Rewards The more you spend, the more you earn! Read on →