When we cultivate positive money habits and plan for our future we are (quite literally) investing in ourselves. Financial self-care is rooted in self-awareness, discipline, and intentionality. Here are several ways you can practice financial self-care, starting now.
Read MorePayment apps make it easy to send money fast to friends or family. But what happens when it’s a scammer on the other end?
Read MoreMid-year is a good time to re-evaluate your finances and adjust your spending for the rest of the year. Here are five steps to take to boost your financial health and reduce your worries this summer.
Read MoreIf you're looking for a flexible and affordable financing option, a equity loan may be the perfect solution.
Read MoreFew things stoke wanderlust like longer days and warmer temps. But before you deep dive into summer travel—and your wallet—check out these tips that can help you have fun in the sun without breaking the bank.
Read MoreUsing a Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) offer may not always be a wise move, especially if it encourages spending more than you can afford. Here’s what you need to know about BNPL.
Read MoreAs recent bank failures make headlines and may have you nervous about the security of your money on deposit, we’d like to share a few facts about why a credit union like Fort Worth City Credit Union is a great place to keep your money safe and secure:
Read MoreThe age old saying, “tis better to give than receive” is true at any age, but the younger one develops a habit of giving, the more grateful — and more happy — they are likely to be.
Read MoreCredit is a tool. It has its place. But just like a saw, hammer, or drill, credit is a tool that can also do damage if misused. Teaching your kids how to responsibly use credit is a skill they will value for life.
Read MoreLearning how to budget is easier than ever, and that makes teaching your kids how to budget easy as well.
Read MoreTeach your kids that to take their money goals to the next level: make them specific, make them measurable, and make them automatic.
Read MoreCombat the corrosive effect of inflation on your retirement by considering these 3 factors.
Read MoreFinancial exploitation is a reality many seniors face, especially in the age of online scams. Here are actions you can take to help financially safeguard your loved ones.
Read MoreThe start of a new year is time to look forward to the future and make financial decisions that can turn the future into something worth looking forward to. Financial planning can help you to meet your financial goals and celebrate life's milestones with a sense of security.
Read MoreMany Americans struggle financially, living paycheck to paycheck, hoping they have enough to cover all their bills at the end of the month. Life is easier if you have a cash cushion or an emergency fund, but how do you save when there is not much fat in your budget?
Read MoreHow do you define wealth? Is it “a large amount of money and possessions"? But consider this definition: wealth is the financial security that comes from managing your money wisely.
Read MoreIf you want to know how to tell if someone is scamming you online, there are some telltale signs a cybercriminal may be the one sweeping you off your feet.
Read MoreMulti-factor authentication, or MFA, is a security measure that requires anyone logging into an account to navigate a multi-step authentication process to prove their identity. It makes it twice as hard for criminals to access an online account.
Read MoreScam artists often research the phone numbers of local companies such as financial institutions and spoof their information, lulling recipients into a false sense of security causing them to divulge personal information that they might not otherwise reveal.
Read MorePhishing is when criminals use fake emails or texts that seem to be from companies or people you know. But they’re actually from scammers that are trying to lure you into responding or clicking links and handing over your personal information (like a password) so that they can steal your money or identity, or even get access to your computer. It’s easy to avoid a scam email or text, but only
once you know what to look for.