FFCCU Blog
Motorcycle Shopping Checklist: Ride Confidently into Your First Purchase
Buying your first motorcycle is a thrilling milestone, but it’s also a serious financial and lifestyle commitment. Whether you’re eyeing a sleek sport bike or a cruiser for weekend rides, following a smart motorcycle shopping checklist can help you ride off with confidence—and no regrets. Having gone through the process myself, there’s a few tips… (read more)
Posted In: Lending
529 Plan for Grandchildren – Can Grandma (or Other Family) Help?
Happy 5.29 to all who celebrate – and everyone with a young student in their life should probably celebrate! We’ve covered 529 plans previously on the blog, but you might be wondering whether it’s a concern for family members outside of parents. For example, can you take out a 529 plan for grandchildren? Can aunts… (read more)
Posted In: Guest Blog, Saving, Sparky's Kids Club
Emergency Funds 101: Why You Need One & How to Build It
If there’s one thing life loves to do, it’s throw surprises your way—some good, some… not so much. Whether it’s a sudden job loss, a major car repair, or an unexpected medical bill, financial emergencies can strike when you least expect them. That’s where an emergency fund comes in. Today, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, Nichole Coyle,… (read more)
Posted In: Guest Blog, Saving
Shared Branching with IDCheck – New Steps to Take
Shared Branching is a credit union member perk available to FFCCU members that gives you access to thousands of credit union locations across the nation. It also opens up a CO-OP Shared Branching ATM network which includes over 30,000 ATMs you can utilize without the typical surcharge. Access to shared branching lets you accomplish many… (read more)
Posted In: Member Perks
Best Savings Account for a Newborn? – Smart Money Moves to Consider for Your Infant
Welcoming a new baby into the world comes with a lot of emotions—joy, excitement, and, let’s be honest, a little bit of financial anxiety. Fortunately, guest blogger and CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, Nichole Coyle, joins us to shed some light on how best lay the groundwork for your child’s financial future: Diapers and daycare costs add… (read more)
Posted In: Uncategorized
How to Ace an Interview: Essential Tips for Teens & First-Time Job Seekers
Landing your first job is an exciting milestone! Whether you’re a Club Ignite member applying for a summer job, or looking for your first part-time role, nailing the interview is key to getting hired. There’s no other way to say it – the job hunt can be hard! Interviews can feel intimidating! But with the… (read more)
Posted In: Ignite