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Contactless payment methods have been all the rage recently and we’re happy to report that Florida Credit Union is joining in on the fun!

If you’re changing or in between jobs, you might be wondering what will become of your 401(k) (or other retirement account) you had with your previous employer. You have several options at your disposal! Join me as I give you a sneak peek at some of the options available to you and their differences.

The National Endowment for Financial Education discovered that almost 90% of Americans have struggled with financial stress because of COVID-19. While 2021 is already well underway, we must continue to work around the conditions of the pandemic and that means preparing a budget is more important than ever.

Refinancing involves the replacing of an existing loan or debt with a new one with updated terms. Mortgage loans are most often associated with refinancing due to the many benefits they provide homeowners. They’re currently popular due to record low mortgage rates as a result of the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Knowing when to keep your current terms and when to refinance can be tricky, so let us take you through an overview of refinancing and some of the benefits you could gain from doing so.

Peer-to-peer transfers have revolutionized the way we handle our money. We no longer need to carry around much cash, or stress over how to pay our friends and family back for meals. For the most part, using apps like Venmo and CashApp is overwhelmingly safe, but that doesn’t mean that fraudsters aren’t trying to take what isn’t theirs.

When considering homeownership, research is the very first step all homeowners must undertake, and learning about the types of mortgages that are available to would-be homeowners is integral to a successful home buying experience.

You’ve found the one. Your heart soars at the thought of them and you can’t wait to spend the rest of your lives together. While we hate to spoil your daydream, it’s important to talk about money with your partner before any wedding bells ring!

According to the American Psychological Association, 72% of Americans have reported feeling stressed about money. The stress of money can even beat other major concerns such as health, family and work. So, if the thought of managing your finances stresses you out, know that you are not alone.

New year, new you! Get familiar with some resolutions and strategies you can employ in 2021 to achieve greater financial independence and stability.