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Spring Clean Your Finances with FFCCU

Spring is in the air here in Northeast Ohio! And while that mostly means mud, potholes, and 40 degree grey days, it also means time for a bit of spring cleaning! Decluttering closets and scrubbing stovetops is all well and good, but don’t forget about an area that could use just as much attention—your credit… (read more)

The Do’s & Don’ts of Financial Planning for Couples

When it comes to combining finances in a relationship, there is no one-size-fits-all approach. Planning involves more than just balancing budgets and paying bills—it’s about aligning values, setting goals, and finding a system that works for both of you. CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, Nichole Coyle, has worked with many couples navigating these decisions. Here’s her breakdown… (read more)

Cut the Holiday Spending and Make Memories

If holiday gift giving is part of your culture and traditions, there are many ways to show your fondness for friends and loved ones without major holiday spending. With a little planning, you can reduce the added pressure that comes with holiday gifting, and make sure you start 2025 without more debt. NerdWallet’s 2024 Holiday… (read more)

Saving For Your Child’s Future

Saving for your child’s future is a crucial priority for families, and one we work hard to support. From Sparky’s Kids Club to our Club Ignite program for teens, FFCCU offers many of the tools to suit your family savings needs. Guest blogger, Nichole Coyle, CFP® CSLP®, details 8 key steps in preparing your child for financial… (read more)

Retirement Savings Plan Items You Might Have Overlooked

Retirement is something we look forward to at the end of our careers. Life after work does not look the same for everyone, but there are some often overlooked considerations. Ahead are 12 retirement savings plan details you might not have considered.   1. Healthcare Costs Many people underestimate the cost of healthcare in retirement…. (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)

9 Tips for Newlyweds: Marriage & Finances

Getting married and looking for money advice? Ready or ‘knot,’ guest blogger, Nichole Coyle, joins us today to discuss marriage and finances. Transitioning from handling finances individually to merging two different financial systems, spending patterns, savings approaches, and financial goals can be challenging. Talking about these topics prior to your wedding day or in the… (read more)

Come In, Save Money: Your First Dare2Compare

You may have heard us talk about it before, and you might have seen our television commercial for the Dare2Compare account review. Dare2Compare is a way that FFCCU could save you money. And it’s as easy as it sounds: a one-on-one meeting with a financial representative who will look through your individual situation and seek… (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)