By the end of January, many of us will have forgotten all about our New Year’s resolutions. It can be difficult to change our lives, even when it’s for the better. Knowing this, we want you to know that, in your financial life, there are changes you can make today that will last the entire year.
News & Updates
Do I Need an Emergency Fund AND a Rainy Day Fund?
In an effort to simplify their money, people sometimes consolidate accounts. This is OK in many instances, but it’s important to remember that rainy day funds and emergency funds serve different purposes.
10 Hacks You Need To Know While Doing Last Minute Shopping
In the weeks leading up to the holidays, every trip to the mall means battling crowds and retail manipulation priming us to overspend. No worries, though; we’ve got 10 incredible mall shopping hacks to make your trip a little easier on you and a bit lighter on your budget!
5 Ways To Improve Your Credit Score
Let’s get straight to the point, your credit score is a very important part of your financial life. Maintaining a good credit score will help save you tons of money in better interest rates on loans. Here are a few simple ways that you can bump your score up!
Surviving the Holidays With Your Sanity Intact
The holiday season is a special time. With Charlie Brown on TV and carols on the radio, and an ever-growing list of people to shop for, it's easy to get carried away. The pressure to over-shop and overspend when you're rushing to buy everything on your list can be overwhelming. No worries, though; we've got you covered!
8 Reasons to Shop Local on Small Business Saturday and the Holidays
Small businesses across the country are what keep the economy going. In fact, according to the Small Business Administration (SBA), the 28 million small businesses in America account for 54 percent of all sales in the country.
Halloween Safety Tips
It’s that spooky time of year again. Halloween is coming, and the American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) want to make sure you have a safe one.
Workout Wonder
Take time this month to try out a form of exercise you’ve never tried before. No need to shell out pricey gym membership fees; you’ll find loads of tutorials on YouTube.
Limited Time Specials
USCCU is happy to be offering Certificate and IRA specials to our members for a limited time only! Both certificates and IRAs are great products to save money and prepare yourself for a more financially secure future.
5 Ways Retailers Influence Our Spending
Retailers have one goal: to get you to spend more. And they have lots of tricks to make that happen. Learn how to spot these marketing tactics and make smarter decisions when shopping.