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Is FIRE A Viable Goal For Everyone?

June 5, 2019

Q: I’m hearing lots of talk about early retirement and I’ve been wondering about this concept for a while. I love my job, so I don’t really see early retirement as a goal. To me, life without work while I’m [read more...]

6 Ways To Save Money On Gardening Equipment And Supplies

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6 Ways To Save Money On Gardening Equipment And Supplies

May 14, 2019

As spring deepens and vibrantly colored flowers blossom everywhere, you might be dreaming about a garden of your own. You’ll till the soil, pat the fertilizer into place and plant your young shoots with tender care. You’ll make sure they [read more...]

Dough Roller

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Dough Roller

May 7, 2019

Some people like to read articles covering financial topics. Some like to listen to podcasts about money management and tips. Still others prefer to get their financial digest in a newsletter format. And some like a smorgasbord of [read more...]

7 Ways to Save On Camping Costs

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7 Ways to Save On Camping Costs

April 30, 2019

Q: I’m planning a camping trip for the summer, and I’d love to keep the trip as low-cost as possible. How can I cut down on camping costs? A: It’s great that you’re looking for ways to trim your vacation [read more...]

Don’t Get Caught In a Pyramid Scheme…

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Don’t Get Caught In a Pyramid Scheme…

April 23, 2019

Pyramid schemes have been around for years, but scammers are still growing rich off them. Let’s look at what constitutes a pyramid scheme and how to avoid falling for one. What is a Pyramid Scheme? In a pyramid scheme, participating [read more...]

Emergency Fund

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Emergency Fund

April 9, 2019

Q: Do I need to have a separate rainy day fund and emergency fund? A: In an effort to simplify their money, people sometimes consolidate accounts. This is OK in many instances, but it’s important to remember that rainy day [read more...]

9 Steps to Buying Your First Car

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9 Steps to Buying Your First Car

April 3, 2019

Congrats—you’re ready to purchase your first real car! The process can be daunting, but Schneider Community Credit Union will walk you through it. Follow our guidelines for a stress-free ride! 1. Determine if you really need a car OK, you weren’t [read more...]

Dollar Stores: Are They Worth The Price?

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Dollar Stores: Are They Worth The Price?

March 19, 2019

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Five Ways to Avoid Credit Fraud

Financial Self Defense

Five Ways to Avoid Credit Fraud

March 12, 2019

Keep your credit cards safe. Store your cards in a secure wallet or purse. After making a purchase, immediately return your card to that place. Don’t allow websites to “remember” your card number. Only let secure payment portals, like [read more...]

7 Ways To De-Stress For Less

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7 Ways To De-Stress For Less

January 18, 2019

Winter doldrums got you down? The empty calendar making you feel blue? Don’t pull out your wallet for some “retail therapy” just yet! Right now is the time of year when the blues hit the hardest, so many people turn [read more...]

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