Life Changes... Out of Work
Published: 04/13/2020
While you may worry more about losing your job when the economy is in a slump, people can be laid off any time. When companies merge or are acquired, the work force may be downsized. Or business may just be slow. If that happens to you, do you know how you'd manage financially? It's smart to think about the bills that would have to be paid and whether you have an emergency fund that could help see you through several months of job searching.
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How to Stock Up Wisely, Emergency or Not
Published: 04/09/2020
Concerns about the spread of coronavirus disease 2019 (abbreviated COVID-19) mean more of us are doing what we probably should have been doing all along: washing our hands more frequently and thoroughly; staying at home when we?re sick; stocking up on food and supplies in case that stay becomes extended.
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FCCU Team Spotlight: Meet Spot
Published: 04/01/2020
Spot is the new face of FCCU, so we thought we should sit down and get to know him
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Life Changes... Government Assistance
Published: 03/31/2020
If you don?t make enough money to cover your basic expenses, there are safeguards in place to help you make ends meet. The U.S. Government has several programs in place to help make paying for necessities like food, healthcare, and even housing easier. Understanding more about government assistance ensures that you?ll know where to turn if you ever need financial aid for the basic stuff you need. Here?s a primer on the types of programs available and where you can access each if and when you need them.
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Teaching Children about Money
Published: 03/24/2020
If you have children or grandchildren, or if you have a special relationship with your niece or nephew or the child of a dear friend, you can enrich their lives in many ways. One of the most important things you can teach is how to manage their money and invest for the future.
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FCCU Team Spotlight: Kevin Paynter
Published: 02/18/2020
Welcome to another Team Member Spotlight blog! Keep reading to learn more about Whitewater Branch Manager and Mortgage Officer Kevin!
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