Teaching Kids to Save: Building Smart Money Habits Early

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Let’s Talk Money: Saving

Saving is a habit, and like any other habit, it takes practice to develop. Writing out savings goals with a timeline and keeping them somewhere visible is a...

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2 min read

Making a Budget

Budgeting is all about prioritizing what’s important to you. It isn’t a starvation diet. You don’t have to stop drinking Starbucks, learn to cut your hair...

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4 min read

Building Your Child’s Financial Foundation

At what age should my child have a bank account? When is the right time to set them up with their own debit card? Children mature differently, so there is not a...

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1 min read

Let’s Talk Money: Spending

Finances can be very private, but that doesn’t mean they should be. Talk openly about money with and around your children. Let them see you paying your...

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Money Flow Mini: Inflation

Inflation is one of the hottest terms floating around today. In fact, according to a New York Times survey, nearly 9 out of 10 adults say they’re at least...

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North Cascades Audubon Society

On this episode of Neighbor to Neighbor we speak with Pam Borso of the North Cascades Audubon Society. To learn more about this organization visit https:/...

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5 min read

Seven Savings Challenges to Beef Up Your Nest Egg

For most people, saving money is a bit of a drag. Delaying gratification isn’t exactly the most exciting proposition. To help you get motivated, consider a...

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The Future of Banking

This episode features an interview with Jerimy Saldivar, WECU’s Director of Member Experience, about banking trends. Topics discussed include fintech,...

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2 min read

What is NCUA Insurance and Why Does It Matter?

The National Credit Union Share Insurance Fund is a deposit insurance program backed by the federal government that protects depositors for up to $250,000.*...

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7 min read

Saving for College in Washington State

Over the last twenty years the cost for tuition at public national universities has risen more than 170%. With the cost of college rising year over year, many...

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Choosing a Credit Card

With so many credit card options available it can seem daunting to pick the right one. In this episode of Money Flow, we interview Tom Rose, WECU’s...

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