Beware of Digital Kidnapping
Beware of Digital Kidnapping Digital kidnapping happens when a scammer takes control of a victim’s social media profile(s) and holds it/them for ransom. It can also involve “kidnapping” photos that are posted on social media pages. Here’s what you need to know about digital kidnapping. How the scams play out In a […]
What to Buy and What to Skip in September
What to Buy and What to Skip in September Get ready for savings on big-ticket items this month! Retailers are looking to bring the crowds back after the big back-to-school storm has passed, and bargain prices are always a great way to attract shoppers. They also need to clear shelves before the […]
Financial Wellness Know When And How To Indulge
Financial Wellness-Know When and How to Indulge Living a life of financial wellness means being happy with a lifestyle that’s within your means, but doesn’t leave you feeling like you’re lacking. At the same time, financial wellness means money choices are governed by discipline and not by emotion. So how do you […]
Back To School Shopping Hacks
Back-to-School Shopping Hacks It’s back-to-school season, but that doesn’t mean you need to break your budget. Here’s six back-to-school shopping hacks to get you started. Take inventory Don’t set foot in a single store without first checking to see what you have at home. Keep a running list of everything you find […]
Scheduled Maintenance Notice
Scheduled Maintenance Notice Health Care Family Credit Union debit card services will be in stand-in mode from 1 am to 1 pm Sunday, July 10th. Durning this time, all debit cards will use the offline spending limit of $110. This may impact your ability to make purchases and withdrawals above the $110 limit. For information […]
Should I Buy An Electric Car
Should I Buy an Electric Car? Q: Should I buy an electric car to stave off soaring gas prices? A: An electric vehicle (EV) might be the right choice for many, but there are lots of variables to consider before making this decision. Here’s what to know about electric cars before going this route: […]
4 Ways to Stay Financially Fit this Summer
4 Ways to Stay Financially Fit this Summer Ahh… summer! The season of flip-flops and sunscreen, of lemonade and baseball. What’s not to love? Unfortunately, summer can also be the season of overspending for some of us. When the sun is blazing across a cloudless sky and the day stretches on with […]
Should I Use a Credit Card at the Pump?
Should I Use a Credit Card at the Pump? Q: Is it a good idea to use my credit card to pay for gas? A: People commonly use their debit cards or pay in good old-fashioned cash when filling up on fuel, but there are several advantages to using a credit card to pay for […]
The Ultimate Grad Gift Guide
The Ultimate Grad Gift Guide Celebrate with your grad and show them how proud you are of their accomplishments with these low-cost, awesome gifts! ID lanyard Make it easy for your grad to carry their ID and wallet around campus or workplace. Super-cute and durable, these lanyards are the perfect graduation gift. ‘Oh the Places […]
Beware of Job Scams
Beware of Job Scams It’s an amazing employment opportunity–or is it? Scammers often hijack the job market to ensnare job seekers. Here’s what to know about these scams. How the scams play out There are several variations of job scams. Here are the most common: Bogus job listing. There’s a Help Wanted ad for […]