Category Archives: Saving

Empower Your Kids with a Student Savings Account

Learning how to manage money wisely is an important skill that can set children up for financial success in life. But it’s harder to explain the value of money in a society that is increasingly cashless. When children don’t see real money being exchanged, it’s harder for them to grasp the basic concepts around how… (read more)

Teaching Financial Literacy at Sparky’s Kids Club Financial Fest

Everybody loves summer fun, so getting back in the groove of classes and homework can be a struggle. But getting an early start to the school year doesn’t sound particularly exciting either. So what’s a kid to do? That’s where our mascot, Sparky, steps in: with a fun, family event teaching financial literacy that will… (read more)

Having Cash on Campus: Student Finances While Attending School

Managing student finances during your college years can be challenging, but it’s also essential. Establishing financial stability while in school is not only about making ends meet, but also setting the foundation for a secure future. Here are ten key strategies to work towards and maintain financial stability while on campus.   Create a Realistic… (read more)

Sink Your Teeth Into the Best Savings Rates

This past year has seen some of the best interest rates for certificates in some time. So, what’s ahead here in 2024? How can you take advantage of the best savings rates available, and what should you anticipate if you’re considering a certificate soon? As a quick refresher, certificates – sometimes called certificates of deposit… (read more)

Holiday & Vacation Savings – Seasonal Satisfaction with Club Accounts

A few years of missed opportunities from being cooped up and our always-busy lives have made many of us more eager than ever to hit the road, get out on the waves, or take off to a new destination. But the rising cost of… well, everything is making vacation planning more stressful than it used… (read more)

Money Saving Tips for 2024

The new year can bring the promise of a fresh start. Many people make resolutions to eat healthier, work out more, or spend more time enjoying a hobby. Resolutions are promises we make to ourselves that will help improve our lives in some way. So, why not resolve to be more financially prepared in 2024?… (read more)

Handling Holiday Stress: Family & Finances

Hustle and bustle and holiday lights. Much as the season is about cheer, time with friends and family, giving, and good feelings – there are also a lot of expectations. Holiday stress, seasonal affective disorder (did they have to name it S.A.D.?), and the fact that time moves much faster when you are busy.  Add… (read more)

The Procrastinator’s Guide to Holiday Savings

Every year you promise to be better about holiday savings as November and December kick off a season. That means celebrating, family, feasting, and contrary to your plans…a lot of spending. The holidays are a chance to make memories, but this can also be a time of financial stress—especially if you wait until the last… (read more)

Play the Long Game with the Best Savings Account Interest Rates

2023 has put many of us in a ‘Certificate Era’ – with some of the best savings account interest rates in years. In previous blogs, we’ve discussed the subtle differentiation between share certificates and certificates of deposit (you’ll see these abbreviated to “CD”). We’ve explored the benefits and risks of investing in a certificate and pointed… (read more)

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)