Financial Fundamentals Blog

According to the National Retail Federation, 60 percent of holiday shoppers planned to begin their shopping in November. In case you’re not part of that statistic, here are a few helpful tips to wrapping up your shopping without going way over budget.
 

Thanksgiving is a time to rest, to spend time with friends and family and to, well, give thanks. To make that a little easier this year, we’ve put together a few tips to help you save money while shopping for Thanksgiving dinner.

Are you looking to change your financial institution? Maybe you want to get more out of your deposits? Maybe you’re unhappy with the level of customer service you receive or just tired of paying fees? Whatever your reason, be sure to check out 7 17 Credit Union.

As a credit union, 7 17 is a not-for-profit institution whose focus is to return profits to our members as higher dividends on savings, lower rates on loans and lower or no fees, compared to traditional banks. Check us out to learn more about different ways to save.
 

Black Friday and Cyber Monday are two of the biggest shopping days of the year. Don’t wait until you’ve cleared away Thanksgiving dinner to start thinking about this year’s shopping strategy. The earlier you plan your attack, the better your odds for scoring great deals! We’ve compiled a list of tips to help you save time and money this year. Happy shopping!

Thanksgiving is just around the corner and another year has almost come and gone. If you’re like most Americans, the next few weeks will be filled with shopping, attending parties, baking and decorating. What it won’t be filled with is time, or at least it can feel that way. Take charge of your holidays with these tips from KOFE (Knowledge of Financial Education).

Are you debating whether to cancel your summer vacation this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic? While there’s no way to completely eliminate the risks of contracting COVID-19 while traveling, there are precautions that you can take.

The holidays are the most wonderful time of the year, but your wallet might not agree. Buying gifts, traveling, entertaining and participating in local holiday events can take a toll on your wallet and have you starting the new year saying, “Bah! Humbug!”

October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month, emphasizing the need to stay ahead of cyberthreats in an increasingly connected world. With the cost of data breaches rising, protecting your personal information is more critical than ever.

As the holiday season approaches, we’re getting ready for a surge in delicious treats, time spent with family and friends and occasions where we may have to loosen our belts to enjoy a cup of hot chocolate. While the holidays bring about so much joy, it also brings an increase in holiday scams.

Credit scores are tricky. They’re essential for getting a credit card, loan or even an apartment, but if you don’t have a credit history, it can be hard to get any of these things. But how can you have a credit history when no one wants to give you credit in the first place? Let’s take a look at how to build up your credit so...

If you want to get your spending under control, it can help to have structure by following a plan. There are plenty of different budgeting plans out there, allowing you to choose what works best for you and your situation instead of following a one-size-fits-all approach.

Need a few tips to get that last-minute shopping done at a reasonable price? You've come to the right place.