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Sound Credit Union Employees Assemble More Than 3,300 Meal Kits for Emergency Food Network

Sound Credit Union hosted its annual Afternoon of Service to support a local nonprofit organization. This year, the credit union partnered with Emergency Food Network to provide meals for individuals and families experiencing food insecurity. Continue reading →
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Use Psychology to Build a Budget You’ll Stick With

Use Psychology to Build a Budget You’ll Stick With

There are good and bad ways to spend money, just as there are good and bad ways to save it. Continue reading →

It Pays To Start Saving Now

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 →

Five Identity Theft Jackpots (and How You Can Safeguard Against Them)

Five Identity Theft Jackpots (and How You Can Safeguard Against Them)

Keep your accounts private and make sure you’re not accidentally broadcasting sensitive information. Continue reading →

Five Good Money Habits to Boost Your Retirement Savings

Five Good Money Habits to Boost Your Retirement Savings

Understanding the give-and-take of budgeting is a powerful skill, and it’s easier to cut spending when you can put it in the context of achieving a goal. Continue reading →

Five Ways to Lower the Cost of Tuition Before Considering a Student Loan

Five Ways to Lower the Cost of Tuition Before Considering a Student Loan

It’s never too early to start your scholarship search—reach out to your high school guidance counselor or the financial aid coordinator at the college you wish to attend. Continue reading →

Attitudes Towards Insurance

Attitudes Towards Insurance

The more realistic you are about how much a particular loss would cost you, the better you’ll be able to articulate your insurance needs when shopping for a policy. Continue reading →

Avoid charity scams this holiday season

Avoid charity scams this holiday season

To make your money go further, avoid professional fundraisers asking for money on behalf of reputable charities. Continue reading →

Six quick tips for holiday shopping savings

Six quick tips for holiday shopping savings

Whether you’re a chronic procrastinator or a savvy shopper, by investing a little time into planning or making gifts, you can give your best and save a little, too. Continue reading →

Car Refinance Calculator

Car Refinance Calculator

Determine out how much you could reduce your monthly and total loan payments if you refinance your car loan. Continue reading →

Seven Things You Can Do to Protect Against ATM Skimming

Seven Things You Can Do to Protect Against ATM Skimming

Common locations for skimmers include gas stations and convenience store ATMs, although credit union and bank ATMs are also subject to skimming attacks. Continue reading →