As the leaves change and the year winds down, many Michigan homeowners are looking for ways to make smart financial moves before the...

Public Service Credit Union is proud to announce that nine exceptional student members have each been awarded a $1,000 educational scholarship to help support their college or technical school goals in 2025. Each recipient will use their scholarship to help cover tuition and educational expenses as they pursue college, university, or technical school courses. These scholarships celebrate the enduring legacy of PSCU’s dedicated volunteers, many of whom have devoted decades of

Occasionally, something crosses your social media feed that stops you in your tracks. That’s exactly what happened when we saw a TikTok from Paris, a determined college student asking for help to finish her final year at Wayne State University. She had launched a GoFundMe and was doing everything she could to stay enrolled and complete her degree. What she probably didn’t expect was that her story would reach our PSCU’s team and CEO. And as soon as it did, we knew we had to

KALAMAZOO, MICHIGAN & AUBURN HILLS, MICHIGAN – Element 22 Commercial Group coordinated the financing of a multi-million-dollar Pickleball...

On National Slam the Scam Day and throughout the year, we give you the tools to recognize Social Security-related scams and stop scammers...

Key Takeaways You don’t need to spend a fortune to make Valentine’s Day special. Simple, thoughtful gestures can create memorable...

Public Service Credit Union (PSCU) is excited to announce its official sponsorship of Wayne State University Athletics, reinforcing its deep commitment to the Detroit community. This partnership extends beyond traditional sponsorships by providing Wayne State student-athletes with essential financial coaching courses, equipping them with the knowledge and tools needed to effectively manage their finances. Additionally, PSCU will support key athletic events, including Wayne St

Food Pantry at Flat Rock Branch At Public Service Credit Union (PSCU), we believe in the power of community and the importance of supporting one another. In alignment with our commitment to the credit union philosophy of People Helping People, we are excited to announce the installation of food pantries at four of our branch locations: Flat Rock, Oak Park, Redford, and Romulus. These pantries serve as a valuable resource for local families, reinforcing our dedication to makin

The holidays are here, bringing that familiar urge to spend a little extra on the people we love. It’s a good feeling…until the bills...

It's nearly $5 a gallon and most families can't live without it. It's not gas. It's milk, and it's not the only thing at the supermarket with an upwardly mobile price tag. The USDA (United States Department of Agriculture) reports that dairy prices are 31% higher than the average price in 2021, and aggregate food prices were up about 2.5%. Experts predict more of the same for the rest of 2024 and 2025. With nearly 11% of average American family budgets dedicated to groceries,

Holiday travel season is near, and peak prices already tell that story: nearly 75% of Hopper customers say that as they book travel this...

With so many responsibilities in our day-to-day lives, it’s common to feel unprepared for the future. If you’ve ever caught yourself...

You hear it all the time: “Save the environment.” But if you’re not a scientist or an involved environmentalist, you may think there’s nothing you can do. Not true. A few simple changes in your home practices will have you--and your savings account--seeing green (CNNMoney.com). In the past year, environmental concerns have become increasingly important to individuals, corporations, and the government. It’s easy to get caught up in the big threats--such as global warming--and

Have you noticed your insurance bills skyrocketing lately? If so, you’re in good company. According to Policygenius , the average home...

By GreenPath Financial Wellness As we usher in fall, millions of borrowers are resuming their monthly student loan payments . But...

Back-to-school shopping is an annual event perfect for talking to your kids about budgeting and saving money, and the difference between needs and wants. Kids need to be taught about why budgets matter or why spending more than you have budgeted should be avoided. Make back-to-school shopping a fun and educational experience. Involve the kids from the very beginning. This will help lay the foundation for sound money management habits. Some of the ways you can make this ex

Not all debt is necessarily bad, particularly when it can help you build wealth. It’s important to know the difference between good debt and bad debt and how to sort the good from the bad. If you buy something that immediately goes down in value, that’s bad debt. Let’s say you buy disposable items or durable goods with a high-interest credit card, and you don’t pay the balance in full when the bill arrives. You’re being charged interest while that item continues to depreciate

As summer hits its stride, the idea of financially preparing for the holidays might feel like overkill. Consider this: money is the most...

By GreenPath Financial Wellness In 2022, Phyllis Wiseberg, a 90-year-old widow lost $20,000 when cybercriminals withdrew the money from...

Livonia, MI (June 18, 2024) – Michigan’s Metro West Chapter of Credit Unions is inviting non-profit organizations to apply for financial grants of up to $2,500 to support local community improvement activities. The money must be used to benefit the communities of Monroe, Washtenaw and/or Wayne counties. This year the Chapter will award a total of at least $20,250. Non-profit organizations that did not receive a grant in 2023 are eligible to apply and must complete an onlin