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Coping Financially During Tough Times
Job loss and other financial hits from an economic downturn inevitably take a toll on your household. Even if you have your budget and spending under control, you may face difficult decisions about how to protect your household’s financial future.…
Coronavirus Scams – Tips from the Federal Trade Commission
Scammers are taking advantage of fears surrounding the Coronavirus. They’re setting up websites to sell bogus products, and using fake emails, texts, and social media posts as a ruse to take your money and get your personal information. Click the…
Share Insurance Protects Your Money
Safeguarding your hard-earned money is vitally important. That's why GNO FCU has federal share insurance, administered by an independent government agency, the National Credit Union Administration (NCUA). The National Credit Union Share Insurance Fund (NCUSIF) protects aggregate savings up to…
Taking Care of Business During a Pandemic
The COVID-19 virus has impacted everyone’s life and regular routines are being affected, including taking care of banking needs. Fortunately, most of your banking can now be handled safely online, via your mobile device, or by landline. To help you…
Managing Your Finances During the COVID-19 Pandemic
The COVID-19 pandemic is not only causing fear and uncertainty about our health, but our livelihood as well. Many wonder “What happens to me and my family if my employer has to lay off people or my hours are cut?”…
Help Your Teen Find the Right Car
It's essential to consider safety, affordability, and reliability when purchasing a teen's first car, according to William Van Tassel, Ph.D., manager of driver training programs for the American Automobile Association (AAA). Van Tassel says teens need to learn what it costs…
Steer Clear of Automobile Fraud
When a used car deal seems almost too good to be true, it probably is. Since this is a major investment, it’s important to do your research to verify the car is safe and the dealer is trustworthy. If you’re…
Find the Right Tax Preparer
When you have a specific health problem, you see a specialist, right? This tax season, look for select specialties in your tax preparer, recommends Pete Sepp, President of National Taxpayers Union, Alexandria, Va. Sepp offers the following tips: Don't procrastinate.…
Bad Money Habits and How to Fix Them
Learning how to use money wisely is an essential skill that isn’t always taught to us as children. Some of us pick up bad money habits on our journey to adulthood. Often, we’re just not being mindful of where our…
Emergency Savings Starter Kit
An emergency savings account is an excellent way to protect you from life’s inevitable surprises, like an unexpected home repair, medical bill, or if you lose your job. Building an emergency savings account is easier if you automate your savings.…
