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Nov 06, 2019 / Money Tips

4 Money Mistakes to Avoid this Holiday Season

Here’s a fun fact. This year, Nov. 1 fell on a Friday. That means Thanksgiving (the fourth Thursday of every November) is as late as it can possibly be this year (Nov. 28). Among other things, this means that Black Friday falls just two days before December, and just over three weeks from Christmas. So,…

Oct 30, 2019 / Money Tips

Know Your Spending Triggers and How to Avoid Them

It’s a cold fall day in Salt Lake City. You’re downtown with friends and pass by a storefront where you see a beautiful new jacket. You take a look at your own (you’ve had it for a while now) and think to yourself, “Sure, it’s…

Oct 23, 2019 / Local Utah

3 Reasons Utah is a Great Place to Grow Your Money

Living in Utah is great, we’ve got mountains, we’ve got lakes, we’ve got wide plains and narrow canyons. But we’ve also got a big financial reason for living in the great state of Utah—it’s one of the best places in the entire country to grow…

Oct 09, 2019 / Money Tips

Try a Financial Fast to Save More Money

They say it takes 21 days to break a bad habit. And poor spending habits are among the most common bad habits of them all. Have you ever thought you were in a good financial position, only to reach the end of the month and…

Sep 18, 2019 / Money Tips

Why Your Financial Plan Should Include a Money Market Account

So, you’ve come into a little extra cash, maybe through inheritance, a signing bonus, or just plain luck. Or you’re just hoping to bolster your savings. Your first reaction is to drop your money into your savings account, right? But have you considered a money…

Sep 11, 2019 / Local Utah

Top 5 Reasons to Choose a Community Credit Union

Big banks love to charge big fees—$5 here, $3 there, a $10 transfer fee here. Over the course of a month, these fees add up, sometimes making the difference between a fun weekend road trip or dinner date and eating at home watching reruns.…

Jul 01, 2019 / Money Tips

Why Less is Really More with Your Credit Card

When it comes to finding the right credit card, it can be hard to cut through the constant noise of offers promising more—more credit card rewards, more available credit, and more ways to pay. And while it’s important to find a credit card that fits…

Jun 11, 2019 / Home Equity

What is a Jumbo Loan?

If you’re in the market for a home with a mortgage over the traditional home loan limit of $484,350, you may also be in the market for a jumbo loan. Other than sounding somewhat intimidating, a jumbo loan is different from a traditional home mortgage…

Jun 03, 2019 / Credit

The Value of Finding a Fixed Rate Credit Card

Have you ever found yourself wishing you could bring back the good old days? Regardless of age, everyone goes through times when they wish life was as simple as it used to be. And if you have a variable interest rate credit card with fees…

Apr 30, 2019 / Money Tips

3 Ways to Save at Utah First

Life is all about finding the right fit. It’s true for friends, careers, communities, and even your financial goals. When you find the right fit for saving money, your financial goals can become realities. And at Utah First, it’s our job to help you find…