Monthly Archives: September 2023
Learning About Money – 4 Tips for Your Kids
Tips to Teach Children How to Save and Spend Learning about money is an essential step in a child’s education. Early comprehension empowers kids to develop good spending habits from an early age. Then, as they get older, they will utilize those tips and make smart financial choices for their own families. The complexities of… (read more)
Posted In: Guest Blog, Ignite, Sparky's Kids Club
Retirement Planning: Roth IRA Conversion
The Roth IRA Conversion Conversation When it comes to retirement planning, you may have heard of a Roth IRA. Roth IRAs are an after-tax account designed for retirement savings. This means that no tax deduction is given for contributions to a Roth IRA. Instead, when funds are withdrawn after age 59 1/2, there are no… (read more)
Posted In: Guest Blog, Saving
Fall Vacation Ideas – Travel on a Budget
At the first dip in the temperature, out come the plastic ghosts and pumpkin drinks! Like it or not, autumn vibes are upon us, and for those still scrambling for fall vacation ideas, that’s putting the pressure on! This week, we feature an article from our friends at the Ohio Credit Union League with some… (read more)
Posted In: Guest Blog, Tips For Managing Finances
Shopping on Facebook & Beyond: Tips for Safe Social Media Shopping
Shopping on Facebook (and its sister platform Instagram) is on the rise. Whether it’s buying locally through the adventure that is using Facebook Marketplace or going from trend to transaction over Instagram’s “Shop on Instagram” feature, social shopping might soon be a prevalent part of our lives. When it comes to advertising and sales,… (read more)
Posted In: Ignite, Tips For Managing Finances
Student Loan Repayments Resume – What Borrowers Should Know
October is approaching – much to the delight of spooky season supporters. Young ones are gearing up for trick or treat. Film fans look forward to a month of movies featuring menacing monsters. But for college graduates with outstanding student loans, this October may feel a lot like a horror movie than in years past:… (read more)
Posted In: FFCCU News and Info, Tips For Managing Finances
