Tax time is stressful for everyone. Credit unions are offering tax assistance to their members and the NCUA is reminding them to inform their members of the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC). This tax credit can be extremely welcome, especially to low-income families. Since its inception in 1975, it has been a continual incentive to... read more

Beginning a college career is the halfway mark of life. It is the transitional phase between awkward school dances to being a full-fledged adult in the workforce. Those first four years of university life define and mold the person we will become. We learn responsibility and independence to prepare us for the realities of the... read more

Credit unions across the country have been making a name for themselves in the financial institute industry in recent years. The Credit Union National Association's Economics and Statistics Department (CUNA) recently announced that due to more competitive rates and lower fees, 93.3 million members saved $6 billion a year. Many states have been reporting savings... read more

Credit unions are known to help their members succeed in whatever way possible. This includes offering private student loans for their college-bound members. Everyone understands that attending college requires a financial commitment that can’t always be completely filled without some sort of aid. Students should always try to get as much “free” money from the... read more

The NCUA Board approved the rule that would eliminate the use of credit ratings as a way to determine investment creditworthiness. This rule was brought into play after credit ratings plummeted in today’s economy. Credit Unions will now consider several factors to determine eligibility for investments. The NCUA will provide guidance and advice. This new... read more