Category Archives: Ignite
Buying Your First Car? What You Need to Know for a Smooth Process
You have your driver’s license, and now it’s time to think about buying your first car. Maybe you’ve been saving for a few years or planning on taking out a loan. Getting your first car can seem intimidating, but we’ve got a few tips on minimizing the stress and making it more enjoyable. Set Your… (read more)
Posted In: Ignite
Hey Parents, Stop Rewarding Your Children for Good Grades with just Money: Add These Four Things to the Mix
Your child spends an average of 180 days in school during the academic year. It’s super easy to reward your child(ren) for getting good grades and their academic success. Rewarding your children for their academic success can boost their self-confidence and morale. The most common way parents reward their children is with money. Reward Your… (read more)
Posted In: FFCCU Services, Ignite, Tips For Managing Finances
Understanding Credit Card Do’s and Don’ts: How to Build Your Credit
Healthy credit history is an important part of significant milestones in life. You’ll need good credit to qualify for mortgages, auto loans, and sometimes even a new job. Plus, when you use your credit wisely, it can help save you money, secure better interest rates and more. If you’re just starting out with a credit… (read more)
Posted In: Ignite, Lending, Tips For Managing Finances
Five Tips to Reduce College Costs: What Parents of Future Students Should Know
Posted In: FFCCU Services, Ignite, Saving, Tips For Managing Finances
How to Involve Your Teens in Financial Planning and Money: What You Should Be Talking About
Last week guest blogger Nichole Coyle shared some ideas on how to help your younger children (age 3-12) understand money, financial responsibility, savings, and more. This week, she’s sharing some ideas on how teaching your teen about money can help them succeed as they become an adult. If you read last week’s blog post, you… (read more)
Posted In: FFCCU Services, Guest Blog, Ignite, Tips For Managing Finances
Debit Card for Kids: Is Your Child Set Up for Financial Responsibility?
“Should I let my 13-year-old get a debit card?” The question can be a source of conflict for parents of young teens. You want to let your kids start to spread their financial wings, but a debit card is a huge responsibility. What happens if they lose their card? Or what if they spend all… (read more)
Posted In: Ignite, Tips For Managing Finances
Calling All Teens! After Reading This, You’ll Be Glad You Joined Club Ignite
Hey, teens! You’re growing up, so here at FFCCU, we’re going to treat you like the adult you’re becoming. How do we do this? By offering a bank account called Club Ignite. This isn’t your parents’ savings account! Keep reading to learn more about Club Ignite and and how we can help you build a… (read more)
Avoid Teenage Money Problems with These Top Financial Tips for Teens
Hey, teens! Your parents may give you some cash toward the things you want to buy, but you may feel better if you could earn and save money to put towards your goals. This is why it’s important to know how to handle personal finances and why we’re giving you financial tips for teens. These are… (read more)
Posted In: Ignite, Saving, Tips For Managing Finances
