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Jingle Bills: How to Avoid a Holiday Debt Hangover
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...
Colin D.
Dec 6, 20243 min read


Gouged by Groceries
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,
Colin D.
Nov 22, 20245 min read


From 401(k)s to Roth IRAs: Demystifying Retirement Accounts
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...
Colin D.
Oct 28, 20243 min read


Tis the $eason (For a Mid-Year Money Checklist)
As summer hits its stride, the idea of financially preparing for the holidays might feel like overkill. Consider this: money is the most...
Colin D.
Jul 19, 20242 min read


Start the New Year with New Money Habits
As you look over the past months, or even years, there are likely many achievements to note when it comes to your finances. Perhaps you...
Deleanna A.
Jan 3, 20243 min read


6 Tips To Avoid Online Shopping Scams
It's officially holiday season, which means that there are a plethora of sales and discounts going happening on the websites of...
rlfunderburg
Nov 27, 20231 min read


Business Impersonator Scams
Here’s how they work: You get a call, email, text, or message on social media that looks like it’s from a business you know. It says there’s a problem with your account, or you won a prize. It tells you to call a number or click a link. But the message isn’t really from a familiar business, it’s from a scammer. If you call, they’ll tell you to send payment or give personal information. They’ll say you must pay with gift cards, cryptocurrency, or by wiring money, which no hon
Deleanna A.
Jul 3, 20232 min read


5 Things You Didn’t Know About Credit Unions
When it comes to finding a reliable place to manage your money and stay on track towards your financial goals, Romulus and Redford residents should choose a credit union. Here's a look at five things most of our members didn't know about credit unions before they joined up at one of our Detroit-area locations. 1. You're Probably Eligible Almost anyone can join a credit union, and most credit unions allow you to stay on as a member even if you might no longer meet eligibility
Nadine Hohnke
Apr 30, 20202 min read
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