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Preapprove Your Way to a Better Car Deal

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We Finance Used-Car Sales From Private Sellers

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How to Get a Great Price on Your Next Car

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What to know when buying a used car online

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The Lease Is Up—Should You Buy the Car?

Your auto lease gives you a right to buy the vehicle for a fixed price at the end of the...
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Sail Clear of Flood-Damaged Cars

By Colleen Tressler, Division of Consumer and Business Education, FTC - November 15, 2022 Shopping for a car? With new...
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8 Tips to Save Money at the Pump

No amount of wishful thinking will lower prices at the pump. Instead, focus on efforts that will make a difference—follow...
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5 Reasons Credit Unions Offer the Best Auto Loans

The average cost of a new vehicle today is around $37,000. The purchase of a car likely will be the...
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Teenage Drivers Dilemma: How to Afford It

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Help Your Teen Find the Right Car

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Buying A Car with the RAIN Method

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When 0% Isn’t Your Best Deal

When 0% Interest Isn’t Your Best Auto Loan When it comes to auto loans, a 0% interest rate is a...
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How to Save Hundreds (Even Thousands) on your Next Vehicle

How to Save Hundreds (Even Thousands) on your Next Vehicle Avoid classic car-buying errors—and save money! How much money do...
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How to Get a Great Price on Your Car

How to Get a Great Price on Your Next Car Are you thinking of buying a car, but want to...
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3 Things You Need to Know Before You Buy a New Car

3 Things You Need to Know Before You Buy a New Car There are many things to consider before purchasing...
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Personal Finance Hacks for Students

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Give Your College-Bound Student a Crash Course in Personal Finance

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New Scams Offer Student Loan Forgiveness

By Terri Miller, FTC.gov The U.S. Department of Education recently announced another extension of the student loan payment pause. This time...
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How to Spend your College Grad Money Wisely

College graduates - spend your gift money wisely! Congratulations! You just graduated from college. While it may be tempting to...
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How to Read and Evaluate Your Financial Aid Letter

By Edmit College Planning Key Takeaways: Start with the full cost - including all categories of expenses. Then, look for...
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What degrees offer the best and worst ROI?

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Five Ways College Students Waste Money

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Ways to Save in College

Going off to college is an exciting time! One very important skill you’ll need is learning how to save while...
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Tips for Living in your First Apartment

Create a budget – Before choosing an apartment, figure out all your expenses like food,utilities, transportation and entertainment. Estimate your monthly...
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Help Kids Get Money-Savvy

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Give Your College-Bound Student a Crash Course in Personal Finance

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Give the Power of a Roth IRA

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Be a Wise Newbie Borrower

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Baby Steps: Cutting Newborn Expenses

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Saving for Something Special

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A Bear-y Fun Way to Save!

Armco CU is excited to become an official sponsor of The Berenstain Bears® Financial Literacy Program, a unique program inspired...
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Holidays Are Rich With Teachable Moments

Wise parents know that you’re teaching your kids even when you’re not teaching your kids. For example, you don’t begin...
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Teaching Children About Money

Teach your children to become savvy savers and smart spenders. Our latest article explores how 3 jars can teach kids...
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How to Save

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Math – The Common Denominator

Math-The Common Denominator for Saving Money by Alex, age 11 Most kids think math isn’t very useful in everyday life....
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Teaching Teens Financial Responsibility

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Back to School Savings for All Ages

According to the National Retail Federation, the average American household spends $685 on back-to-school shopping for children in elementary through...
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Debit Card: Should I use my PIN or Use it as Credit?

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Be Safe Shopping Online

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Got a call about fraud activity on your bank account? It could be a scammer

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Knowledge Is The Key To Combatting Fraud

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Did someone tell you to move or transfer your money? It could be a scam

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Scammers Hide Harmful Links In QR Codes To Steal Your Information

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Slow your scroll: Spot and avoid social media giveaway scams

By Terri Miller, Consumer Education Specialist, FTC You may have heard us say when you’re shopping online, check things out...
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Secure Your Mobile Wallet

There are many mobile applications that allow you to carry out most of your personal finance transactions online and on...
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Safeguarding Seniors: Combatting Financial Scams with Vigilance

Elder financial scams are on the rise, with a nearly 50 percent increase in suspected fraud against seniors in 2023...
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Searching for a job to work remotely? Avoid scams and identity theft

By: Gema de las Heras, Consumer Education Specialist, FTC Found a job listing to telework as a Spanish translator or...
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Is That Really a Text From My Credit Union?

By CUNA and Armco Credit Union Friday, December 8, 2023 There has been a significant rise lately in phishing scams....
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Don’t Fall for Gift Card Scams

Gift cards are extremely popular, to give as well as to get. They’re a convenient way to treat someone to...
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Recognizing the Geek Squad Renewal Scam

by Alvaro Puig, FTV.gov, Oct. 25, 2022 Scammers are at it again, impersonating well-known businesses and trying to rip people...
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Watch Out For Unexpected Texting Scams

by Gema de las Heras, FTC.gov, Aug. 8, 2022   Sorry to burst your bubble. That unexpected text from the...
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How Tech Support Scams Work

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How to Spot and Report Tech Support Scams

By The Federal Trade Commission Tech support scammers want you to believe you have a serious problem with your computer,...
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Don’t Let Scammers Make You Pay for Student Loan Forgiveness

By K. Michelle Grajales, August 26, 2022, FTC.gov You’ve probably already heard about the new government plan that will forgive...
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Unclaimed Package Texting Scams are Rising

By Gema de las Heras, FTC.gov, August 8, 2022   Sorry to burst your bubble. That unexpected text from the...
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Protecting Yourself from Medicare Fraud

By Bridget Small, FTC.gov Last year, the FTC got almost a million reports about impersonation scammers — fake government agents, pretend grandkids,...
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College Planning Fraud & Scams

New Scams Offer Student Loan Forgiveness

By Terri Miller, FTC.gov The U.S. Department of Education recently announced another extension of the student loan payment pause. This time...
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Financial Wellness Articles

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Personal Finance Hacks for Students

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Mindfulness Is Key to Spending Control

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How to Give Wisely This Season

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Launching Your Own Business: Are You the Type?

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Give the Power of a Roth IRA

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Debit Card: Should I use my PIN or Use it as Credit?

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Financial Wellness Fraud & Scams

Be Safe Shopping Online

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Youth Banking Financial Wellness

Saving for Something Special

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Trim Your Holiday Spending

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Making The Most Of Credit Union Benefits

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The Lease Is Up—Should You Buy the Car?

Your auto lease gives you a right to buy the vehicle for a fixed price at the end of the...
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Financial Wellness Fraud & Scams

Secure Your Mobile Wallet

There are many mobile applications that allow you to carry out most of your personal finance transactions online and on...
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Life Change To-Do Lists

By: Credit Union National Association Friday, December 8, 2023 Life changes, such as getting married, divorced, having a child, or...
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Drop the fees and start enjoying free checking

By: Credit Union National Association Friday, December 8, 2023 There are roughly 10 different kinds of checking accounts available to...
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6 Steps Toward Financial Well-being

By Credit Union National Association Friday, December 8, 2023 Many people make New Year's resolutions each January, but only about...
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DIY Ideas for Holiday Gifts

The holidays are a great time of year, bringing family and friends together to express their love and create happy...
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Holidays Are Rich With Teachable Moments

Wise parents know that you’re teaching your kids even when you’re not teaching your kids. For example, you don’t begin...
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Credit Reports: The Building Blocks of Financial Wellness

Credit reports can affect your financial well-being by impacting various aspects of your life such as your mortgage rate, vehicle...
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Free Credit Reports Available Weekly

By: Armco Credit Union & the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau updated Nov. 24, 2023. Free Credit Reports Available Weekly We...
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Budget for Christmas in July

By Credit Union National Association Pondering Christmas in July is a good idea if it gets you saving. The average...
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