FFCCU Blog
Protect Yourself From Holiday Scams
With the holiday season in full swing, fraudsters are at the edge of their seats ready to steal your information. Shopping is now at its peak for the year, both in stores and online. But don’t forget about all of the other avenues where you could fall victim to holiday scams. Traveling for the holidays… (read more)
Posted In: Tips For Managing Finances
Live a Financially Healthy Life with Accel
Accel is a program provided by GreenPath, Inc., a non-profit financial wellness organization that was founded in 1961. As a member of FFCCU, you have access to Accel’s certified experts who will help you live a financially healthy life. One of those experts is Bill Fowlkes, part of the GreenPath Partner Relations team that works… (read more)
Posted In: Member Perks, Tips For Managing Finances
Looking To Buy A Used Car Or Truck?
FFCCU and Enterprise Car Sales have teamed up to provide quality used cars with competitive auto loan rates to help make finding your dream car easy and affordable! We talked with Duane Luke, Enterprise’s Area Car Sales Manager for Northern Ohio, to find out more about their car sales program and how they differ from… (read more)
Posted In: Lending, Member Perks
Know Your Credit
People often have old debt with high-interest rates that may have seemed like a good deal in the past, but things can change. After improving a credit score, getting a raise, or just budgeting differently, you may find those rates are higher than you deserve. This could be costing you more and more money each… (read more)
Posted In: FFCCU Services
Erika Lauren Shares Her FFCCU Story
Hey y’all! It’s your radio pal Erika Lauren! I wanted to share with you my experience at Firefighter’s Community Credit Union! They have truly helped me get back on track with my finances, and I am forever grateful that I decided to become a member! Here is my story…
Posted In: FFCCU News and Info, FFCCU Services, Tips For Managing Finances
You’re Making a Difference in the Lives of Other Members!
Maybe your intention was only to open up a savings account or to secure financing for a vehicle, but when you did that – you did A LOT More! You see, what happens at FFCCU stays at FFCCU (like Vegas, but the G rated version). Unlike the big banks, the deposits made here – stay… (read more)
Posted In: FFCCU News and Info
Preventing Identity Theft
If you’ve been a victim of identity theft, you’re not alone. Thirty-three percent of Ohioans reported that they’d been victimized by fraud and/or identity theft in a year-end 2016 survey conducted by the Ohio Credit Union League. More could have suffered at the hands of fraudsters without knowing it yet. In 2015, Ohio had the… (read more)
Posted In: FFCCU News and Info
Home Buyer Checklist
As a home buyer, being prepared can not only lower your stress level, but it can also empower you. Following these five steps, you’ll be empowered to make a good decision. You’ll also have more power to negotiate the best deal for yourself. A Checklist for Home Buyers Establish Your Budget: Check out our finance calculator to… (read more)
Posted In: Lending, Tips For Managing Finances
Everything Needs a Good Spring Cleaning, Even Your Finances
Here at FFCCU, we have lots of different ways to help you “tidy up” your finances. Taking a few minutes now to access your plan (or create one) can save you hours of stress and worry later. After all, a periodic check-up of your personal finances is always a great idea. How to Clean Up… (read more)
Posted In: FFCCU Services
Five Ways to Turbo-Charge Your Car Shopping Process
According to a consumer survey conducted by the Ohio Credit Union League, more than 23% of Ohio consumers are considering purchasing a vehicle this year. And rather than pay cash, 83% are more likely to finance that vehicle. When asked what factors respondents considered when vehicle shopping: 67 percent said monthly payment is the biggest… (read more)
Posted In: Saving
