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The Lease Is Up—Should You Buy the Car?
December 8, 2023
Your auto lease gives you a right to buy the vehicle for a fixed price at the end of the...
Read MoreSail Clear of Flood-Damaged Cars
November 15, 2022
By Colleen Tressler, Division of Consumer and Business Education, FTC - November 15, 2022 Shopping for a car? With new...
Read More8 Tips to Save Money at the Pump
November 9, 2022
No amount of wishful thinking will lower prices at the pump. Instead, focus on efforts that will make a difference—follow...
Read More5 Reasons Credit Unions Offer the Best Auto Loans
January 13, 2021
The average cost of a new vehicle today is around $37,000. The purchase of a car likely will be the...
Read MoreWhen 0% Isn’t Your Best Deal
January 13, 2021
When 0% Interest Isn’t Your Best Auto Loan When it comes to auto loans, a 0% interest rate is a...
Read MoreHow to Save Hundreds (Even Thousands) on your Next Vehicle
January 13, 2021
How to Save Hundreds (Even Thousands) on your Next Vehicle Avoid classic car-buying errors—and save money! How much money do...
Read MoreHow to Get a Great Price on Your Car
January 13, 2021
How to Get a Great Price on Your Next Car Are you thinking of buying a car, but want to...
Read More3 Things You Need to Know Before You Buy a New Car
January 13, 2021
3 Things You Need to Know Before You Buy a New Car There are many things to consider before purchasing...
Read MoreCollege Planning Articles
By Terri Miller, FTC.gov The U.S. Department of Education recently announced another extension of the student loan payment pause. This time...
Read MoreHow to Spend your College Grad Money Wisely
April 8, 2021
College graduates - spend your gift money wisely! Congratulations! You just graduated from college. While it may be tempting to...
Read MoreBy Edmit College Planning Key Takeaways: Start with the full cost - including all categories of expenses. Then, look for...
Read MoreWays to Save in College
January 13, 2021
Going off to college is an exciting time! One very important skill you’ll need is learning how to save while...
Read MoreTips for Living in your First Apartment
January 13, 2021
Create a budget – Before choosing an apartment, figure out all your expenses like food,utilities, transportation and entertainment. Estimate your monthly...
Read MoreYouth Banking Articles
A Bear-y Fun Way to Save!
June 21, 2024
Armco CU is excited to become an official sponsor of The Berenstain Bears® Financial Literacy Program, a unique program inspired...
Read MoreHolidays Are Rich With Teachable Moments
November 30, 2023
Wise parents know that you’re teaching your kids even when you’re not teaching your kids. For example, you don’t begin...
Read MoreTeaching Children About Money
April 2, 2021
Teach your children to become savvy savers and smart spenders. Our latest article explores how 3 jars can teach kids...
Read MoreMath – The Common Denominator
January 25, 2021
Math-The Common Denominator for Saving Money by Alex, age 11 Most kids think math isn’t very useful in everyday life....
Read MoreBack to School Savings for All Ages
January 13, 2021
According to the National Retail Federation, the average American household spends $685 on back-to-school shopping for children in elementary through...
Read MoreFraud & Scam Articles
By Terri Miller, Consumer Education Specialist, FTC You may have heard us say when you’re shopping online, check things out...
Read MoreSecure Your Mobile Wallet
December 8, 2023
There are many mobile applications that allow you to carry out most of your personal finance transactions online and on...
Read MoreElder financial scams are on the rise, with a nearly 50 percent increase in suspected fraud against seniors in 2023...
Read MoreBy: Gema de las Heras, Consumer Education Specialist, FTC Found a job listing to telework as a Spanish translator or...
Read MoreIs That Really a Text From My Credit Union?
December 8, 2023
By CUNA and Armco Credit Union Friday, December 8, 2023 There has been a significant rise lately in phishing scams....
Read MoreDon’t Fall for Gift Card Scams
June 1, 2023
Gift cards are extremely popular, to give as well as to get. They’re a convenient way to treat someone to...
Read MoreRecognizing the Geek Squad Renewal Scam
December 8, 2022
by Alvaro Puig, FTV.gov, Oct. 25, 2022 Scammers are at it again, impersonating well-known businesses and trying to rip people...
Read MoreWatch Out For Unexpected Texting Scams
December 8, 2022
by Gema de las Heras, FTC.gov, Aug. 8, 2022 Sorry to burst your bubble. That unexpected text from the...
Read MoreHow to Spot and Report Tech Support Scams
December 8, 2022
By The Federal Trade Commission Tech support scammers want you to believe you have a serious problem with your computer,...
Read MoreBy K. Michelle Grajales, August 26, 2022, FTC.gov You’ve probably already heard about the new government plan that will forgive...
Read MoreUnclaimed Package Texting Scams are Rising
August 9, 2022
By Gema de las Heras, FTC.gov, August 8, 2022 Sorry to burst your bubble. That unexpected text from the...
Read MoreProtecting Yourself from Medicare Fraud
June 7, 2022
By Bridget Small, FTC.gov Last year, the FTC got almost a million reports about impersonation scammers — fake government agents, pretend grandkids,...
Read MoreBy Terri Miller, FTC.gov The U.S. Department of Education recently announced another extension of the student loan payment pause. This time...
Read MoreFinancial Wellness Articles
The Lease Is Up—Should You Buy the Car?
December 8, 2023
Your auto lease gives you a right to buy the vehicle for a fixed price at the end of the...
Read MoreSecure Your Mobile Wallet
December 8, 2023
There are many mobile applications that allow you to carry out most of your personal finance transactions online and on...
Read MoreLife Change To-Do Lists
December 8, 2023
By: Credit Union National Association Friday, December 8, 2023 Life changes, such as getting married, divorced, having a child, or...
Read MoreDrop the fees and start enjoying free checking
December 8, 2023
By: Credit Union National Association Friday, December 8, 2023 There are roughly 10 different kinds of checking accounts available to...
Read More6 Steps Toward Financial Well-being
December 8, 2023
By Credit Union National Association Friday, December 8, 2023 Many people make New Year's resolutions each January, but only about...
Read MoreDIY Ideas for Holiday Gifts
November 30, 2023
The holidays are a great time of year, bringing family and friends together to express their love and create happy...
Read MoreHolidays Are Rich With Teachable Moments
November 30, 2023
Wise parents know that you’re teaching your kids even when you’re not teaching your kids. For example, you don’t begin...
Read MoreCredit Reports: The Building Blocks of Financial Wellness
November 27, 2023
Credit reports can affect your financial well-being by impacting various aspects of your life such as your mortgage rate, vehicle...
Read MoreFree Credit Reports Available Weekly
July 25, 2023
By: Armco Credit Union & the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau updated Nov. 24, 2023. Free Credit Reports Available Weekly We...
Read MoreBudget for Christmas in July
July 17, 2023
By Credit Union National Association Pondering Christmas in July is a good idea if it gets you saving. The average...
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