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Sep 12, 2018 / Money Tips

How a Loan Calculator Can Help You Find the Perfect Home

In the search for the perfect home, everyone has their list of must-haves. From location and home size to neighborhood and number of bedrooms, the perfect home means something different to every buyer. But while one person’s must-haves are another person’s indifference, buying the perfect home always includes finding the perfect sticker price. And that…

Sep 04, 2018 / Local Utah

5 College Costs That Will Surprise You

College is one of the most memorable and exciting times of life. At the same time, it’s also one of the most expensive. There’s tuition to pay and a whole host of extra costs and fees that tend to sneak up on unsuspecting students. So,…

Aug 29, 2018 / Auto & RV

3 Steps for Financing a New Car

Cars are an essential part of everyday life. They offer more freedom and open the world to new travel possibilities. And although the primary function of a car is to transport people from one point to another, most don’t appreciate that buying a new vehicle…

Aug 14, 2018 / Auto & RV

3 Things to Consider Before Buying a New Car

Buying a new car should be an exciting and memorable experience. But for many people, it’s memorable for all the wrong reasons. Pushy salespeople, and mysterious fees and add-ons can sometimes make a trip to the dealership feel like a necessary evil. And opting to…

Aug 07, 2018 / Credit

4 Money Saving Ideas for the School Year

Back-to-school season is one of the most expensive times of the year. There are books to buy and tuition to pay. And If you have little ones, back-to-school clothes, backpacks, computers, fees, and supplies don’t come cheap. But with this impending demand for your dollars,…

Jul 24, 2018 / Homes

Understanding the Differences Between an FHA Loan and Conventional Loan

Most homeowners will tell you that searching for a new home is an exciting time, right up until you start looking into mortgage loans. Confusing terminology and differences in loan options leave many would-be homeowners scratching their heads and looking for help. Luckily, by taking…

Jul 10, 2018 / News

Forbes Names Utah First One of America’s Best In State Credit Unions

Utah First Credit Union has been named one of America’s Best-In-State Credit Unions by Forbes Magazine. This is the first ever Best-In-State list of banks and credit unions published by Forbes, which designated between one and five financial institutions in each state, depending on the…

Jul 03, 2018 / Money Tips

Talking to Your Teens About Money

Ever since the time you first hefted the car seat into the grocery cart, your kids have been watching you use money. And now that they’re growing up, getting summer jobs, and spending their own money, there’s no better time for your kids to learn…

Jun 26, 2018 / Homes

5 Factors That Determine Mortgage Interest Rates

For most people, a home is the biggest purchase of their lives. And with prices starting in the hundreds of thousands of dollars, fractional differences in interest rates can have a huge effect on how much home you can afford. As you shop around for…

Jun 19, 2018 / Money Tips

7 Things You Should Consider Before Opening a Checking Account

It’s nice not to have to carry a bag of coins around to conduct business. But that service shouldn’t be taken lightly. Opening a checking account means starting a relationship with your bank or credit union and the services offered aren’t always equal. Here are…