Category: Well-Armed Consumer
5 Tips for Anyone Buying a House in a Cool Market
March 19th, 2025
Shopping around for a new house? Right now, we’re in what experts call a “cool market”. But that doesn’t mean you can’t find the home of your dreams. Read on to learn more about what a cool market is and how you can use the current conditions to your advantage as you house hunt. What...
Don’t Get Hooked: Common Banking Phishing Scams to Watch Out For
February 19th, 2025
Hackers and other online criminals relentlessly deploy phishing scams in hopes of tricking hard-working people into giving them personal identity information, access to financial accounts, or making other missteps. At Members Plus Credit Union, we are keenly aware of the risk hackers pose. We hope t...
How to Build Credit in 6 Simple Steps
October 9th, 2024
Whether you’re new to the world of finances and need to learn how to build credit without a credit history, or you’ve made some mistakes and are dealing with a low credit score, you may find yourself wondering how to increase your credit score. There are six steps you can take to learn how t...
Bank Like a Boss: Tips on Picking the Best Checking Account
August 28th, 2024
By now, most thirty-somethings understand the importance of a good checking account with a financial institution you trust. Savvy consumers also know that not all checking accounts are created equally, so doing your homework is crucial for finding the perfect fit for your financial needs. If you wan...
Home Buying Uncovered: Making the Most of an Off-Season Market
August 14th, 2024
Did you know there is a certain time of the year that is better for home buying? A savvy home buyer who wants to purchase a new home may find it more advantageous to look for their dream home during the off-season months for better housing options with much better negotiating power and therefore sup...
Escape the Debt Trap: Easy Strategies for a Healthier Wallet
May 22nd, 2024
Debt is inevitable for everyone, but managing it properly requires understanding that not all debt is created equally. To maintain a healthier wallet, be mindful of the amount of debt you incur. Know Your Debt There are a variety of different types of debt, and they are all weighed differently by th...
7 Summer Recipes You Can Savor Without Burning Your Budget
July 24th, 2023
Summer is a great time for gathering with family and friends for a picnic, barbecue, or holiday celebration. And since no get together is complete without a fantastic meal to share, we wanted to share some simple, delicious, and affordable summer recipes that are sure to impress at your next dinner ...
Credit Union Vs Bank: 8 Myths Debunked
June 7th, 2023
Making informed decisions has never been more difficult. We live at a time when internet-driven misinformation clouds issues and perpetuates myths. This holds particularly true when trying to make an intelligent credit union vs bank choice. However, a fact-based deep dive shows that community member...
Spring Cleaning? Don’t Forget Your Digital Life [Checklist]
May 10th, 2023
When it comes to spring cleaning, nowadays, there are more things that need attention besides removing dust bunnies and cleaning windows. In today’s technology reliant world, it is also important to make an annual plan for spring cleaning of your digital life. The truth is that we all have one tha...
7 Strategies to Manage Debt and Regain Your Financial Wellbeing
February 28th, 2023
Proper debt management leads to financial security in the future – something we all hope to achieve. In fact, much of our financial success depends on our ability to manage debt, which when properly done, allows us to regain our financial wellbeing. The more you know about debt, the better you can...