Life & Finances
Saving Money Isn’t a Luxury – It’s a Necessity
Setting aside even $20 a paycheck is proven to provide a feeling of freedom due to the “buffer” savings gives you. Continue reading
The 5 Factors That Affect Your Credit Score (And Simple Ways to Boost Them!)
Improving credit won’t happen overnight, but with persistence and consistency, your score should gradually improve over time! Continue reading
Financial Literacy for Kids
Educating your children about financial wellness will help them build healthy spending habits for the future. Continue reading
Struggling to Pay Housing Bills? Here’s What You Need to Know
Most creditors are willing to work out alternate payment plans, especially in emergency situations such as job loss or major illness. Continue reading
Sound Webinars
Sound Credit Union offers free webinars to help provide financial guidance on relevant financial topics. Continue reading
7 Ways to Turn Your Tax Refund Into Financial Relief
This credit card calculator will help you see for yourself how much putting your tax refund toward your debt can save you time, money, and a huge headache for years to come. Continue reading
Beware: Scammers want to take advantage of you
Scams can come in many forms: email, text, a phone call, mail, or in-person. Continue reading
Seven Tips for Tracking Down Your Dream Career
Personality quizzes and aptitude tests can be helpful in starting your career search, as long as you’re realistic about their results. Continue reading
It Pays To Start Saving Now
It’s the concept that powers all sorts of savings and investment products and, over time, allows you to turn your money into, well, more money! Continue reading
Four Questions to Ask Yourself Before Signing a Mortgage
Owning a home is likely the largest financial commitment you’ll make in your life, and it’s easy to get caught up in details pertaining to debt-to-income ratios, the real estate market, current interest rates and amortization schedules. Continue reading