Posts tagged budgeting
8 Super Scary Halloween Hacks to Save You Money

It’s that time of year again when jack-o’-lanterns leer into the dark night and cobwebby skeletons hang from every bush. Halloween is great fun for kids and kids at heart. But, if you’re the one left paying for all those costumes, decor, and candy, you may find the only scare you’re getting from Halloween this year is fear of the credit card bill’s arrival.

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The Benefits Of Getting A Loan For Your Manufactured Or Mobile Home Through A Credit Union

In today’s sizzling housing market, purchasing a manufactured or mobile home can be a great way to find an affordable place to call home. However, you’ll likely need a way to fund this sizable purchase. Although smaller than a typical home loan, a loan for covering a manufactured or mobile home is a big deal, so you’ll want to choose your lender carefully. Unfortunately, most large lenders and banks offer little flexibility in terms, conditions, and rates when it comes to financing manufactured or mobile homes. A credit union, on the other hand, can be a great way to cover the cost of one of these homes. 

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Seven Steps to a Mid-Year Financial Checkup

It feels like you just packed away the holiday decorations yesterday, but believe it or not, 2024 is already half over. As we sail into the season of barbecues and beaches, take a few minutes to give yourself a mid-year financial checkup. A small investment of time can spur important changes that can affect your financial wellness for the rest of 2024 or even for years to come.

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How to Make a Vacation Budget You Can Keep

While it’s great to get away for some fun in the sun, it’s important to stick to a budget, even when on vacation. An over-the-top vacay you can’t afford can mean spending months catching up on credit card payments and paying high-interest rates that may make it not worth the price. This year, attack your vacation with a financial plan that you can keep by following the tips outlined below.

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Simple Steps to Start Saving

Everyone knows how important it is to regularly put money into savings, but research shows that 25% of Americans have no emergency savings at all.

Don’t let this be you! If you’re ready to start saving, but you don’t know where to begin, Service One Credit Union can help. Here are seven simple steps that can get you on the fast track to building your nest egg today

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