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Team Member Spotlight: Cindy Powell Reflects on 31 Years of Service

Consumers Credit Union Recognized by Inc. as One of the Best Workplaces in 2025

7 Things to Do When Moving Into a New House

Using Miles and Points vs. Cash for Flights

What’s The Best Time of Year to Buy a Car?

Is Your Contractor Licensed and Insured?

Who Should Advertise on WhatsApp?

Discover Michigan at a Discount

Portable AC Dos and Don’ts

Positive Pay Helps Businesses Fight Fraud

Beware of Check Washing Scams

Get Your Cash Back Rewards Immediately

How to Research a Neighborhood Before Buying a Home

Know Your Cost of Acquiring Customers

How Volunteers Help Strengthen Our Community

Clean Household Filters Save Money

24/7 Smart Locker Convenience at Our Corner@Drake Office

Verification By Voice

Money Management Apps to Simplify Your Finances

How to Transfer Money

Top 3 Things You Can Do at an ATM

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Consumers Credit Union wins national Mastercard® innovation award

9 tips to protect your online banking accounts

What if You Couldn’t Get to the Credit Union?

A new Online Banking experience is coming

Understanding debit holds

Who Should Advertise on WhatsApp?

Positive Pay Helps Businesses Fight Fraud

Know Your Cost of Acquiring Customers

What to Know About Micro-credentials

Changing the Perception of Manufacturing

Want to Start a Food Truck?

Tips for More Effective Meetings

What’s a Payment Processor?

Ways to Support Employees with ADHD

What’s the Value of Financial Literacy for Employees?

Managing Uncertainty

What to Know About Buying Commercial Real Estate

The importance of checking your credit report

Money doesn’t grow on trees

All about student checking accounts

What to Look for in a Checking Account

Banking is better with Member Perks!

Tax Information

Protect Yourself Against Fraud

Understanding debit holds

Maximize Your Card Benefits by Keeping Info Updated

Get the Skinny on Skimmers to Protect Your Credit and Debit Accounts

Take 5 Minutes to Get Free ID Theft Protection

2024 Annual Impact Report

Avoid Holiday Shopping Stress Next Year–Open a Christmas Savings Account!

Financial Fitness for Your Workforce: Partner with Consumers @Work

2023 Annual Impact Report

Why You Should Check Your Free Credit Score

How Long Should Financial Records Be Kept?

How Much Internet Speed Do You Really Need?

What Are Personal Financial Assets?

Student Loan Payments Restart This Month

Is Pet Insurance Worth It?

Use Autumn Leaves for a Healthier Lawn

How to Shop for a Good Deal on Car Insurance

Consumers Credit Union Recognized by Inc. as One of the Best Workplaces in 2025

Using Miles and Points vs. Cash for Flights

What’s The Best Time of Year to Buy a Car?

Discover Michigan at a Discount

Beware of Check Washing Scams

Get Your Cash Back Rewards Immediately

Consumers Credit Union Honored with Multiple Best and Brightest Awards for Creative Wellness and Wellbeing Solutions

Can You Get Car Loans for Private Sales?

How to Protect Your Mobile Wallet

Back Pocket | Sophisticated Fraudster

What to Expect From a Vehicle History Report

Protecting Yourself From Scams After Storms

Team Member Spotlight: Cindy Powell Reflects on 31 Years of Service

How Volunteers Help Strengthen Our Community

Consumers Credit Union Celebrates Local Partners Through #MarchGoodness

2024 Annual Impact Report

Recurring Donations Are a Win-Win

Volunteers: The Heartbeat of Milestone Senior Services

Consumers Named a Best Credit Union to Work For 2024

Celebrating Josh Pompey: A Most Valuable Young Professional

Consumers Wins 2024 Best and Brightest in the Nation and Local Wellness Accolades

Consumers Credit Union Receives 2024 West Michigan Best and Brightest Recognition

Support Local Nonprofits Through #MarchGoodness

2023 Annual Impact Report

Celebrate National 529 Education Savings Day With Us!

Healthcare Costs in Retirement

Starting a Roth IRA for a Teen

Prevent a Rift: Money Tips for Newlyweds

What Is a Fiduciary Financial Advisor?

How Will Working Affect Social Security Benefits?

New 401(k) and IRA Contribution Limits for 2024

A Checklist for When a Spouse or Parent Passes Away

How Much Internet Speed Do You Really Need?

Global vs International Stock Markets: What’s the Difference?

What is Vesting?

Dealing with a Shortfall: The Retirement Income Gender Gap

Why Blank Canvas Consulting Chose Consumers for Their Business Banking

What You Need to Bring to Buy a Car at a Dealership

When Is It Time To Get a New Car?

How To Determine Car Resale Value

How to Save When Buying Car Tires

The Basics of Car Warranties

Are Safe Driver Discounts Worth It?

What to Consider When Buying a Used Electric Car

How To Sell A Car

Should You DIY Car Maintenance and Repairs?

How to Make the Most of a Car Test Drive

Should You Buy A Used Car With An Accident History?

What is MSRP?

Which Credit Card Should You Pay Off First?

How to Know If a Balance Transfer is Right for You

7 Things That Can Damage Your Credit Score

How Long Does It Take to Improve Your Credit Score?

Forgetting to Pay Bills?

What Renting Means for Your Credit Score

Bad Credit Habits and How to Break Them

How to Create a Financial Vision Board

How to Get Your First Credit Card

What to Know About “Buy Here, Pay Here” Car Financing

FAQs About Credit Freezes

Top 10 Questions About Your Credit Score

7 Things to Do When Moving Into a New House

Is Your Contractor Licensed and Insured?

Portable AC Dos and Don’ts

How to Research a Neighborhood Before Buying a Home

Clean Household Filters Save Money

Giving Brick Exteriors a Refresh

Would Your Homeowners Insurance Cover a Major Event?

The Hidden Costs of Clutter

What to Expect During the Home Closing Process

Why You Should Never Ignore Water Problems

Understanding Home Loan Interest Terms

5 Problems to Look Out for When Buying Land

Avoid Holiday Shopping Stress Next Year–Open a Christmas Savings Account!

The Basics of Money Market Accounts

Digital Envelope System: The Safer Way to Budget

Consumers Credit Union Launches Enhanced Financial Literacy Hub, Your Money. Your Life.

How to Save Money at Restaurants

Goals to Focus on After Paying off a Credit Card

Money Lessons They Don’t Teach In School

How to Find Coupons and Save More Money

What to Do with Graduation Money

Bad Credit Habits and How to Break Them

How to Catch Up on Retirement Savings

What To Do If You’re Scammed Out of Money

Money Management for Teens With Their First Job

Understanding Simple vs. Compound Interest Student Loans

Consumers Credit Union Launches Enhanced Financial Literacy Hub, Your Money. Your Life.

Money Lessons They Don’t Teach In School

Co-Borrowing vs. Co-Signing

What to Do with Graduation Money