Financial Fundamentals Blog

One of the most common questions when considering health care benefit options during enrollment is, what is the best way to save on health care costs? Should you enroll in a plan with a lower deductible or a high-deductible plan? Should you opt for a health savings account (HSA)? Most importantly, what exactly is an HSA, and...

Even if you budget well, you may be looking for financial relief where you can. One possibility that many people don’t consider (because it can seem a bit overwhelming) is refinancing. This financial strategy can give you a bit of breathing room in your budget — and possibly better loan terms, too.

We know that health care can be confusing and expensive — and it can be difficult to know what is best for you and your family. One of the most common concerns when deciding on health benefits is how best to save for health care costs.

Congratulations on taking the next step in your education by going to college! At this point, you may be looking into your financing options. Hopefully, you’re not considering student loans until after you’ve exhausted options such as grants, scholarships and fellowships that you don’t have to pay back after you graduate.

Opening a new checking account is usually easy. However, choosing the right financial institution and product for you is another story.

Everyone is feeling their budgets becoming tighter as a result of rising inflation. From gas to eggs to clothes, prices are continuing to rise, making it harder to put aside money into savings or have funds for an emergency.

Keeping track of your spending, identifying errors and monitoring for fraud are essential activities when you have a checking account and credit card, and your monthly statements help you do those things. Consumers are increasingly choosing eStatements for their accounts rather than paper statements. As of 2020, 56% of credit...

Whether your business is already established or you’re just getting started, there are many reasons to consider applying for a business loan. However, if you’re considering a business loan, you might want to apply sooner rather than later to avoid interest rate hikes due to rising inflation. Considering building or purchasing...

You moved into a house that was perfect, but as your family has grown and your tastes have changed, so has your idea of the perfect home. You want to accomplish those projects you’ve had in mind for a while, but how can you achieve your home improvement goals?

When it’s time to buy a new vehicle, auto loans are a popular, low-cost financing option that increases your spending power without gouging your bank account with high interest rates. Despite the convenience and affordability of auto financing, consumers should still approach financing carefully and make sure that their auto...

Forgot your password or username to your NetWorth24 Online Banking or Mobile Banking App? It’s easy to reset your credentials at 7 17 Credit Union! Follow the steps listed and get back to managing your money, your way!

As 7 17 Credit Union continues to monitor the national, state and local circumstances surrounding the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19), we’ve enacted policies to protect our employees and members. With our lobbies closed, we’re encouraging members to utilize remote service points like our Mobile Deposit. Our Mobile Deposit is a great tool to help you avoid disruptions to your regular routine and lets you deposit a check with ease!