jibeadmin, Author at Utah First Credit Union

May 15, 2018 / Homes

How to Determine What Type of Home You Can Afford

Long before most people cross the threshold of their new home, they have picked paint colors, carpets, and cabinets. But, most people have a harder time thinking ahead when it comes to deciding how much home they can afford. In part, that’s because “How much home can I afford?” may be the wrong question to…

May 08, 2018 / News

What to Expect as a Member at Utah First Credit Union

Whether you’re looking for a new credit union, or just wondering what other options are out there, knowing what goes into making a great financial partner is key. Of course, you should expect top-tier service and help in achieving your financial goals. But, your experience…

May 01, 2018 / Money Tips

How to Find Contentment With What You Have

In 2013, John Moffitt was a professional football player and starting offensive lineman for the Super Bowl-bound Denver Broncos. But after playing just 19 games as a professional athlete, he shocked the world of sports by announcing his retirement and potentially leaving millions of dollars…

Apr 20, 2018 / Money Tips

6 Tips to Reduce Your Debt

There’s something amazing about climbing a mountain—you work hard to get to the top where you feel an amazing sense of accomplishment, then you get to relax and enjoy an easy trip down the mountain. Getting out of debt is a bit like climbing a…

Apr 10, 2018 / News

Top 3 Reasons Why You Should Become a Member at Utah First

We live in the Information Age. With the Internet at our fingertips, we can access endless amounts of information on almost any topic. As a result, consumers are spending more time researching even the simplest of purchases. And yet, we continue to find that…

Mar 23, 2018 / Home Equity

Let’s Talk HELOC: 7 Questions to Ask When Considering a Home Equity Line of Credit

Sometimes life can get expensive. Whether it’s the pressure of a wedding, the chaos of a home remodel, or the looming presence of student debt — there are times when a little extra financial help could go a long way. We totally get it, which is why…

Mar 12, 2018 / Uncategorized

3 Healthy Credit Card Habits to Start Today

When it comes to personal health, most people don’t put off trying to get better. If an issue affecting health comes up, a trip to the doctor or hospital to diagnose and fix the problem is a no-brainer. So, why then do so many ignore…

Mar 09, 2018 / Home Equity

4 Things You Need to Know About HELOCs

When you think loans, what comes to mind? If you’re like most people, borrowing money means receiving a single sum of money that you pay off with interest over time. And, while a traditional loan may be a perfectly fine option, there may be a…

Feb 16, 2018 / Money Tips

Your Step-By-Step Guide to Creating a Budget You’ll Actually Use

No one likes to be told what to do, especially when it comes to spending their money. If you’ve tried the familiar cookie-cutter internet budgets before and failed to stay motivated long enough for it to make any difference in your spending habits, you’re probably…

Feb 15, 2018 / Money Tips

3 Tips on How to Talk to Your Spouse About Finances

The same person who said you should never discuss politics or religion at a dinner party probably never had a conversation about finances with his or her spouse either. That’s because talking with your spouse about money is uncomfortable, at the very least. And, in…