By Tracy Scott If you’re struggling to pay creditors each month, you already know that adding to account balances could make matters much worse. Hoping to ease the financial strain, you’ve likely tried to reduce expenses. While you (sometimes) skip your Monday morning latte and (occasionally) brown-bag your lunch on Fridays, the savings aren’t having the impact you’d hoped. These … Continue reading
Get organized now so you can achieve your financial goals in 2020. By: April Lewis-Parks of Consolidated Credit If you’re like many people, your finances aren’t high on your list of priorities now. According to the National Retail Federation, the average family expects to spend over $1,000 on Christmas this year. So, it’s no wonder that so many people make … Continue reading
Plan carefully so credit card debt and ID theft don’t dampen your holiday cheer. By: Meghan Alard of Consolidated Credit According to the National Retail Federation, the average family expects to send over $1,000 this year – $1,007.24, to be exact. That’s an increase of 4.1% from last year. There are three big categories of spending this year: $637.67 on … Continue reading
Atlantic Financial Federal Credit Union issued the second annual payout of its MY AFFCU REWARDS program. The 2019 rewards program returned over $83,000 to qualifying members as a cash back bonus. Matthew Piazza, AFFCU President & CEO, stated “As a member-owned financial institution, we value the stake our member-owners have in the credit union and the partnerships we have together. … Continue reading
What’s the difference between a checking account vs. savings account? There are many, from the reason why you use them to how they best support your financial habits. You likely already have both, and if not, you might realize that they can both benefit you in their own way. To make the best use of these accounts, you must understand … Continue reading
It’s open enrollment season and time to decide whether you should add, terminate, or change health insurance plans. A review of your family’s medical expenses confirms that your household’s healthcare costs are on the rise. Whether due to an increase in household size, change in medical condition, or another reason, you’re ready to re-evaluate your health coverage options. The decision … Continue reading
