Tap Into Your Home’s Potential this Spring
Spring is here and with it comes a variety of home projects. Whether you need a fresh coat of paint inside or out, a bathroom remodel, fresh landscaping, or are looking to spring clean your finances, a Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) might be right for you. What’s a HELOC? A HELOC is an open-ended loan that is secured by the equity in your home. You can use these funds to pay for expenses that occur over a period [...]
Spring Clean Your Finances
Did you know that spring cleaning your living space can lead to improved mood, decreased stress, and heightened creativity? Just imagine what spring cleaning your finances can do! There are many ways to clean up your finances and taking the time to do the following can help set you up for success through the remainder of the year. Here are a few ways to spring clean your finances: Review regular expenses & purge Taking the time to look over your [...]
Enter to Win $250 this Financial Capability Month!
Enter our Financial Capability Month Giveaway and you could win a $250 Visa gift card, some KCU Swag, and we’ll donate $250 to local non-profit. How it Works Simply “Like” the Financial Capability Month Giveaway post on Facebook and/or Instagram, comment a financial wellness tip that's helped you, tag a friend you think would like to enter, and make sure you’re following our account. Official Rules The Contest is sponsored by Kitsap Credit Union at P.O. Box 990, Bremerton, WA [...]
Filing Last Minute? Tax Day Tips
Tax Day is here and if you haven't filed your taxes yet, you're not alone. According to the IRS, "With the April deadline upon us, we're seeing a flurry of tax returns coming in during the final hours. We've already received more than 100 million [returns] and tens of millions more returns are being filed in the final days," IRS Commissioner Danny Werfel told reporters on Friday. If you are a last-minute filer, use these tips to file your federal return or [...]
It’s America Saves Week!
This America Saves Week, Learn 6 Ways To Make Saving Simple Welcome to America Saves Week, an annual call to action initiative that asks you to commit to saving your money consistently. The non-profit organization encourages everyone in the U.S. to get a clear view of their finances, set savings goals, and create a plan to achieve them. Regularly saving money is important in order to afford the things you want to do and have. It’s also incredibly helpful to [...]
How to Avoid Elder Financial Exploitation
Did you know that individuals over the age of 50 control 70% of the country’s wealth, and seniors between the ages of 65 and 74, with an average net worth of $1.06 million, have more assets than any other age group? Because members of this age group have disposable income lying around, criminals often target them with scams and dementia, disability, and decline can make it even easier for these scammers to successfully steal funds. Elder scams are a problem [...]