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Jan 04, 2018 / Money Tips

5 Financial Goals to Include in Your 2018 Resolutions

The New Year is here, and that means it’s time to hit the gym, put an end to all your bad habits, and resolve to be more financially savvy and sound in 2018. If you’re ready to be better with your money, here are 5 financial goals to include in your 2018 resolutions. Make and…

Dec 22, 2017 / Money Tips

3 Critical Things to Keep in Mind When Investing

Investing your hard-earned money can be a little intimidating. After all, it can be difficult to predict market fluctuations and crashes, and even the pros don’t get it right all the time. Yet, some investing advice doesn’t change with time or the volatile markets. Here…

Dec 12, 2017 / Money Tips

How to Enjoy the Holidays Without Financial Stress

Let’s be real, what’s supposed to be the most wonderful time of the year often ends up being the most stressful and expensive season of all. So, how do you recapture some of that childlike holiday wonder? Here are 3 ways to enjoy the holidays…

Dec 11, 2017 / Money Tips

4 Financial Tips from Some of the World’s Wealthiest

When it comes to financial advice, it’s always a good idea to listen to the experts. Sure, your social media friends and your oddball brother-in-law always seem to have something to say about managing money, but this is an area best left to those who…

Nov 21, 2017 / Money Tips

5 Tips for Spending Money the Smart Way this Holiday Season

‘Tis the season for spending. But, just because every family member, friend, and neighbor within a three-mile radius has found their way onto your shopping list doesn’t mean you can’t be smart about holiday savings. Here are 5 tips for spending money the smart way…

Nov 14, 2017 / Visa Cards

3 Things You Didn’t Know About Our Orange Platinum Visa Card

Orange Platinum is the new color of credit card rewards. Utah First Credit Union’s Orange Platinum Visa is rewriting the playbook on credit card benefits. Of course, it comes equipped with every other benefit a Utah First credit card has to offer, but there’s more…

Nov 06, 2017 / Money Tips

How to Talk to Your Kids About Money

Believe it or not, the seeds of healthy saving and spending habits are planted at a young age. And, a family budget that involves your kids in important financial decisions is a great way to instill the value of money and the concept of careful,…

Nov 02, 2017 / Money Tips

5 Things to Consider Before Making a Big Purchase

Big expenses are a fact of life, but that doesn’t mean they aren’t daunting. Parting with your hard-earned income isn’t easy, which is why it’s important to be prepared for life’s more expensive moments. Here are 5 budgeting tips to consider before making a big…

Oct 26, 2017 / Money Tips

5 Critical Things You Need to Know About Saving for Retirement

Retirement – everyone wants to get there, but nobody wants to get ready for it. If you’ve been putting off planning for retirement, it’s never too late (or too early) to start saving for when your income stops coming in. Here are 5 critical things…

Oct 23, 2017 / Money Tips

Considering a Personal Loan? Here’s Everything You Need to Know

So, you’ve got some expenses coming up, you don’t have quite enough cash on hand, and your kneejerk reaction is to charge them to the ever-ready, handy dandy, always-reliable credit card. While using a credit card may be a fine option, there may be an…