Traditional working adults aren’t the only people who benefit from having a checking account. When you open a checking account for the student in your life, it can provide them with the opportunity to learn critical basic financial literacy skills while safely managing their money. However, unlike adults, students have a different lifestyle, which requires a checking account to offer … Continue reading
With the rising cost of vehicles both new and used, you want to secure the car you want, but first, you have to make sure you have proper financing in place. When asking yourself, where can I get a car loan, many options might come to mind, including a for-profit bank, auto dealership, and online lender. But upon researching your … Continue reading
Here’s what you need to know to protect your credit and avoid financial issues moving forward. Getting forbearance or a payment deferral from a creditor or lender can be a lifesaver. These programs can provide relief at a time when you need it most. You can miss a payment or not pay the full amount without facing penalties. However, there … Continue reading
The security of your personal information is a primary goal of Atlantic Financial Federal Credit Union. That is why we will never ask you for confidential information, like full social security number, full bank account number, debit or credit card numbers, CVV or PIN in an email or via a web site, online chat or from an unsolicited phone call. … Continue reading
Opening a checking account is simple, but it does involve a few requirements to complete the process. Whether you choose to open a high yield account, free account, student account, or any of the other options available, you want to be sure that you prepare the documents needed to meet the checking account requirements. What You Need To Open A … Continue reading
Debt, credit, and financing – words that can make many squeamish. Financing, unless you have piles of cash laying around most need it to help make purchases, both big and on the smaller scale. Credit, you need a good credit score and credit history to get affordable financing offers. Debt, it’s what you get when financing. But it’s not necessary … Continue reading