5 Easy Steps to Start Saving
Building savings can feel like a lofty goal. And, if you’re not sure where to start, it can be easy to put it off. These 5 easy steps to start saving will set you on your way to reaching your goals in no time.
12 DIY Holiday Gift Ideas
Love the holidays but hate the Santa sticker shock that follows? No need to spend your way into debt this Christmas. Here are 12 homemade gift ideas from across the cyber-verse to get you started.
Financial Preparation For The New Year
The New Year is just around the corner (we’re shocked, too.) Dust off your 2020 resolutions and let’s try again. Here are 6 tips to get you (re)started.
Celebrating Halloween this year?
With COVID-19 still disrupting all kinds of plans, here’s all you need to know about celebrating Halloween safely in the era of COVID-19, according to medical professionals.
COVID-19 Information
We are prepared and ready to help. As the situation with coronavirus (COVID-19) continues to develop, your MembersFirst family is standing by to support you. You rely on us every day to understand and assist with your financial needs and we will continue to...
Credit Union Rewards
There are more reasons than ever to love being a member of MembersFirst Credit Union. Your credit union membership is about the trust and care of community, built around where you live, work and play. That’s why your Credit Union membership saves you money through exclusive member-only offers through our trusted partners.
How to Use the Money Envelope System
The money envelope system has been around for years, and it’s an incredibly motivating and powerful way to keep spending in check. You can use this handy guide to understand and implement the money envelope system in your household.
Why You Should Never Abbreviate “2020”
It may be a new year, but scammers are still looking for ways to con you out of your money. Experts are warning of a new scam that involves changing the date on important documents. Most of us are accustomed to abbreviating the date by using just the last two digits...
Facing A Financial Emergency: Preparation Over Panic
With all the change happening in the world right now, it’s easy to fall into a panic and wonder if there are some concrete steps you should be taking to maintain your personal finances. It’s natural to become concerned about meeting financial obligations, especially if you fear your income may be reduced as it has for many Americans. Click the image above to learn how to prepare for a financial emergency.
Fun Activities to do with Your Kids at Home
It isn’t easy to be holed up at home--no matter who your company is. After two days, you may be thinking there isn’t enough coffee or Netflix® in this world to keep from going stir crazy. If you are a parent (and even if you aren't), you have the unique opportunity to...
Step 2 of 12 Toward A Debt-Free Life: Don’t Dig Yourself Deeper
When you feel you may have dug yourself deep into a pit, the only way to get out is to stop digging. The same rules apply to avoid financial pitfalls. This month, make your focus to stop racking up more debt. Read on for Step 2 in our 12-Step Get Out of Debt plan.
7 Ways to Save on Valentine’s Day
Having the perfect night out doesn’t mean you need to break the budget. Visit our blog for seven ideas for thrifty Valentine’s Day plans.
Step 1 of 12 Toward A Debt-Free Life: Take Stock of Your Debt
You’re determined that this will be the year you finally pay down (or pay off) that debt. Get ready, because every month, our Do It Today plan will have you taking another step on your journey toward living a debt-free life.
Get Your Maximum Tax Refund
MembersFirst Credit Union works with TurboTax and H&R Block to provide special savings for you — get up to $15 off TurboTax federal products and $25 off in-person tax filing services with H&R Block.
8 Ways to Beat Holiday Stress
If #holiday stress is already nipping at your enjoyment of the season, your friends at MembersFirst understand, and we’ve got tips to help bring the cheer back and keep it! #beatthestress #tistheseason #holidaze #membersfirstga
8 Ways Online Retailers Push Us To Overspend
Overspending during the holidays is easy…and even easier when online retailers deploy every tactic to get your attention. Here are 8 ways online retailers push us to overspend. 1. They offer free shipping... with a minimum purchase.When retailers offer to sponsor...
Live In the Moment or Plan for the Future?
Some people are so busy enjoying today that they forget to plan for the future. And some are so busy planning for the future they forget to enjoy today. What’s most important to you?
#membersfirstga #liveinthemoment #planforthefuture
CASH TRANSFER AND PAYMENT APPS
When used responsibly between peers, payment and cash transfer apps can be a very convenient way for friends to share expenses or pay back borrowed funds, but exercise caution before hitting “send.” Catch our latest blog post for more on Peer-to-Peer (P2P) payment systems. #membersfirstga #paymentapps #p2p #peertopeerpayments
Credit Repair Do’s and Don’ts
Our handy guide of #creditrepair do’s and don’ts will help get you on the road to improving your #creditscore.
How Your Credit Union Can Help You Keep Your New Year’s Resolutions
Plus, read below on how to download your copy of our FREE 35-page interactive eBook to help guide your finances! Surprise! It’s another new year. Like clockwork, we associate the new year with self-improvement or starting something new. While the thought of bettering...