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Creative Ideas for Budget-Conscious Travelers
After a long hiatus from traveling during the pandemic, many Americans are once again pulling their suitcases out of storage. While the impulse to go crazy with plans may be strong, you probably don’t want a vacation-debt hangover that lasts…
Greater New Orleans Federal Credit Union Announces “Enola M. Fee” Scholarship Recipients
Greater New Orleans Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce its three 2023 $2,000.00 Enola M. Fee Scholarship recipients, Terrance Davis, Zachary Hayley, and Jose-Middly Laguerre. This was the first year GNO FCU was able to award three scholarships, and…
CO-OP Shared Branching Awareness Week
GNO FCU is excited to share that we are joining our fellow credit unions in Louisiana to celebrate Shared Branching Awareness Week May 22-26. Throughout the week, we will be reminding 1.3 million members across the state of this added…
Don’t Let Money Worries Rob You of Sleep
Money worries keep many Americans up at night. A recent survey by NextAdvisor found that 51% of Americans were anxious about their financial situation. The top 3 worries were debt, lack of savings, and not having enough for retirement. If…
Review Your Financial Situation Regularly
To stay in good physical health, most people get a medical check-up on a regular basis. To keep your finances manageable, they need a regular check-up as well. It’s particularly important to review your finances if there have been changes…
Teach Your Kids Good Beliefs about Money
The way your parents handle money had a big influence on the way you handle your own finances. If they modeled good financial behavior, then you were given an invaluable gift. However, there are many common beliefs and attitudes that…
A Message From Our CEO
Dear Valued Member: I am honored to have served my second year as the President of YOUR credit union! The spirit of the credit union movement from the beginning has been people helping people. Did you know that one of…
Your Credit Union: A Safe Harbor
It’s unsettling to see major swings in the stock market, or to observe heated exchanges among political leaders about the best financial course for the country. Turmoil in the economy has many consumers feeling at sea. It’s understandable that you…
Can Your Credit Limit Decrease?
Have you ever had your credit card denied only to find out that your credit limit had been lowered? According to the Fair Credit Reporting Act, the credit card issuer can lower your limit at any time, and they are…
Getting Advice on Money Matters
When we have a toothache, we see a dentist. If we're plagued with personal problems, we might see a counselor. But when we need advice about finances, many of us don't know where to look. The common tendency is to…
