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1/16/2025
FinTech Automation for Credit Unions: Streamlining Financial Services
Explore how FinTech automation empowers credit unions to enhance services, streamline operations, and maintain personalized member care.
2/4/2025
What Is the Best Way to Prepare for Tax Season?
Discover the best way to prepare for tax season here. Learn about essential documents, tax changes, and how to maximize your refund.
2/21/2025
3 Easy Ways to Protect Your Account From Fraud
Learn 3 easy ways to protect your account from fraud. Stay informed about recent scams, recognize scam tactics, and take action to keep your financial information safe."
1/1/2024
Top Financial New Year’s Resolutions: Achieving Fiscal Wellness in the New Year
Explore key financial concepts, resolutions, and actionable steps that can shape a financially fit and prosperous year ahead for you.
2/1/2024
How to Choose a Mortgage Lender: A Comprehensive Guide
Choosing a mortgage lender is a crucial step in the home-buying process. In this comprehensive guide, we'll walk you through the steps to select the right mortgage lender for your needs.
3/4/2024
How to Get the Right Auto Loan Refinance Rates in Texas
Refinancing your auto loan in Texas can be a savvy financial move, potentially leading to lower interest rates, reduced monthly payments, or a shorter loan term.
4/1/2024
20 Financial Literacy Topics for Students Under 18
Equip your kids with financial success tools. Explore 20 key financial literacy topics for under-18s. Start shaping their financial future today!
5/2/2024
How to Spend Your Tax Refund Wisely
Uncover efficient ways to spend your tax refund, from managing high-interest debt to investing in your future.
6/1/2024
Benefits of Home Equity Loans: Credit Union vs. Bank Rates
Unlock home equity for your big projects. Discover how credit union loans offer competitive rates, lower fees, and member-focused service. Learn more now!
7/1/2024
Understanding Social Media Scams and How to Avoid Them
Discover the common types of social media scams, their warning signs, and tips for avoiding them. Empower yourself with the knowledge to stay safe online.
7/24/2024
5 Advantages of a Short-Term Share Certificate
Knowing how to get the most out of your savings can be a challenge. In today's ever-changing financial landscape, one effective way to grow your savings quickly and securely is by investing in a short-term fixed-rate Share Certificate.
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8/1/2024
Budgeting For First Apartment: A Comprehensive Guide
Set yourself up for success in your new apartment! Learn to save effectively and create a financial safety net to cover unexpected expenses.
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9/1/2024
Essential Financial Questions to Ask Before Marriage
Discover the essential financial questions to ask before marriage. Learn to discuss income, debts, credit history, and more for a harmonious partnership.
10/3/2024
Credit Score by SavvyMoney: A Credit Karma Alternative
Monitor your credit score with SavvyMoney in Digital Banking. Get weekly updates, alerts, and detailed reports. Enroll now for secure, seamless monitoring.
11/7/2024
How to Leverage Home Equity for Your Goals
Discover how to leverage home equity for your goals. Access funds for renovations, business, or education with lower rates.
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12/11/2024
2025 IRA Contribution Limits: Maximize End of Year Roth IRA Contributions
Discover 2025 Roth IRA limits and smart strategies to maximize end-of-year contributions. Secure tax-free growth and a solid financial future today!
1/1/2023
Job Hunting 101: Find The Perfect Job For You
Online job hunting for positions can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re searching for jobs in Austin. Luckily, there are a few ways to spot if a job is right for you just from the online job listing.
2/9/2023
A Guide to Money Market Accounts
When it comes to building your finances, there are strategies you can implement to achieve both your long-term and short-term savings goals. See how a Money Market fits these plans.
4/15/2023
How to Teach Youth Financial Literacy
Get tips on how to teach youth financial literacy and help your kids become financially responsible and confident. Learn more about the ATFCU youth account.
5/23/2023
How to Create a Summer Budget
Summer is a season for vacations, summer fun and relaxation, but it can also be one of the priciest times of the year and can put added stress on your budget.
6/23/2023
Youth Summer Savings Tips: Youth Share Certificates
Help your teens learn the importance of saving and building good money habits with youth share certificates and other youth summer savings tips to get them on the right financial track this summer.
8/15/2023
The Benefits of a True Youth Checking Account and Debit Card
As a parent, it's important to teach your kids money management skills that will benefit them throughout their life, and one of the best ways to do that is with a youth checking account.
10/19/2023
Why is Financial Literacy Important for Students
Learn why financial literacy is so important to every student’s life. And discover strategies, activities and important topics and concepts.
11/21/2023
10 Key Financial Literacy Questions for Students
Financial literacy is more than just a buzzword; it's about understanding the intricacies of managing money, making prudent choices, and safeguarding our economic well-being.
12/11/2023
Navigating and Avoiding Holiday Fraud - Scams, Alerts, and Staying Secure
A guide on holiday fraud, scams, digital threats, alerts. Get equipped with the knowledge to stay secure during this celebratory season.
7/29/2022
What are Share Certificates and How are they Beneficial?
Share Certificates are designed for those who want to build their existing cash balance into more wealth over time with ease and minimal effort. Find out more in this article.
9/8/2022
First-Time Home Buyer Program in Greater Austin
If you’re looking to buy a home, our first-time home buyer program in greater Austin can help!
9/14/2022
What's the Difference Between CUs and Banks?
Credit Unions and Banks may share a lot of similarities, but there are several key differences between the two.
10/4/2022
The Many Benefits of a Credit Union in Greater Austin
How does Austin Telco, a credit union in Greater Austin help their clients? When it comes to financial institutions, there are a lot of options out there.
11/1/2022
Financial Planning Tips: Holiday Budgeting Like A Pro
The holiday season has arrived and as attention shifts to the gift-giving to come, implementing the right financial planning tips can help you navigate the holidays like a true financial pro.
12/1/2022
Maintaining Account Safety from Virtually Anywhere
Travel planning can be stressful on its own without even considering your account's safety. Whether you're traveling abroad or staying in the country, there are ways you can keep your account safe, and your data and identity protected while shopping.