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Money Basics

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Ready to better understand your money and become financially savvy? Here's your one-stop shop for all things cash. You'll learn to budget, plan for retirement, and more.

The Basics of Money Management

Understanding Checking Accounts

How to Pick Your Financial Institution

Guard Your Funds from Fraud & Scams

The Basics of Money Management

is it ok to have more than one bank account?

In today’s world, having multiple bank accounts is becoming increasingly popular. But there's no one-size-fits-all answer to the question of whether it's best to have multiple bank accounts. It depends on your financial situation and goals!

But don't worry - we got you covered. You'll know just what to expect if you decide to have multiple accounts to park your money.

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New Account & Credit Score

Are you concerned about your credit score being affected if you apply for a loan or open a checking and savings account? Here's what you should know before proceeding.

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Best Age for Kids' Bank Accounts

Don't know when to open a bank account for your kid? Here's how soon you should open a bank account for them and more to set them up for future success.

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Discussing Finances with Your Partner

Wondering how to get started when talking about money with your partner? Here are helpful tips on the best way to make financial decisions together.

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More Banking 101 Understanding Checking Accounts

understanding checking accounts

to help you stay in control of your money

Choosing the right checking account is key to financial control. Learn the essentials—balancing, understanding checks, and ideal balance maintenance—while avoiding fees for savings. Our articles help simplify these processes, empowering you to optimize your account's performance.

Learn the checking account basics

How to balance your checking account?

How to read a check

How Much Money Should I Keep In My Checking Account?

How to Avoid Checking Account Fees

More Checking Account Insights Need Help With Banking Choices?

picking financial institutions

how is a credit union different than a bank?

When finding a financial institution, you want to make sure it’s a place you trust, fits your needs and serves your core values. While some choose to store money in a jar or coffee cup at home, most look to credit unions and banks. Here's an honest, unbiased, look at the difference between credit unions and banks to help you determine which is best for your banking needs.

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Is My Money Safe at a Credit Union?

Don't know if your money is safe at a credit union? Here's how credit unions protect their member's money, similar to banks.

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Do I need to be in the military to join a CU?

Do you think you need to be or have ties to the military to join a credit union? Here you’ll find the answer and what to look for when joining a credit union.

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Credit Unions vs. Banks: Tech

Need to know if credit unions are as tech-savvy as banks and what services they offer? Here are the digital services credit unions provide their members.

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Switch to Skyla Credit Union How to Keep My Money Safe?