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Pick a Savings Challenge and Beef Up your Piggy Bank
We all know saving money is something we should do but often we view it as a chore to get around to “someday.” So, to get motivated, why not start a savings...
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Financial Education
Tips on how to save, spend, borrow and plan
Learn how to make saving fun, spend wisely, borrow responsibly and plan your journey, wherever life may take you!
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7 Things to Start Saving for Now Even If You Won’t Buy Them for Months
How far do you plan? Are you a spur the moment person or have you already mapped out the next five years? If you’re more the former rather than the latter,...
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Is This Japanese Budgeting System a Game Changer for Your Finances?
In 2019 KonMari was all the craze in the US. Playing off the idea of minimalism, KonMari is a personal organization system that emphasizes only keeping...
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Give Yourself the Gift of Boundaries
Transcript: At WECU, we love the holidays. We’re our best selves during the holidays. We see our parents, we reach out to old friends, and we give to worthy...
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Give Yourself a Gift This Holiday Season
Much of our time leading up to Christmas is spent running around buying presents for other people. While giving gifts to others is wonderful, it’s also a...
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1% Your Way to a Better Tomorrow
Transcript: Too often we see change as a mountain, and we neglect to take even the first step. The truth is- a little change over a long time can get you a long...
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Improve Your Marriage and Finances P.1
Transcript: Research shows that the number one thing couples fight about is money. Friday Financial Minute is going to do a multi-part series that can set the...
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What is a Credit Card Balance Transfer and How Does it Work?
A credit card balance transfer is when a credit card balance (debt) is transferred from one credit card to another credit card. When Should I Use a Balance...
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How Your Friends Can Influence Your Finances
Transcript: “Show me your friends and I’ll show you your future.” Your friends you surround yourself with have a significant impact on your financial life...
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“Set It and Forget It” Savings
It’s Friday afternoon and your paycheck just hit your account. Right away, all the things that you had to say “no” to these last two weeks jump to the...
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How to Save Money on TV
Cable TV is expensive. Not only are you usually required to sign a contract, but it also is notorious for creeping rates and cryptic fees. 94% of Whatcom...
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One Way to Rebuild Bad Credit
Transcript: Your credit score can put up roadblocks in your life. With bad credit, it’s hard to get a loan, get an apartment, receive affordable insurance...
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