money market account Archives - Utah First Credit Union

Feb 24, 2023 / News

As part of an ongoing commitment to make financial life more convenient for members, Utah First is introducing a new way to do direct deposit. While direct deposit has always been the best way to get paid, setting up direct deposit has never been all that direct. But that’s about to change thanks to our…

Feb 10, 2023 / Money Tips

7 Savings Ideas You’ll Love

Do you remember making Valentine’s Day boxes? You’d come to school with a crate paper covered cardboard box that your parents spent all night making. Believe it or not, they may have been teaching you a valuable Valentines lesson. That is, the more outside the…

Jan 28, 2023 / Money Tips

Four Financial Solutions for Tax Time

Taxes can be, well, taxing, so we’re doing our small part to make tax season a little less stressful for you. Here are a few helpful financial solutions that you should consider as you get ready to file your return and start to think about…

Dec 22, 2022 / Money Tips

What’s Your Perfect Savings Account?

With so many savings options out there, how do you know which account is right for you? That all depends on your specific savings goals. Selecting the best savings account often comes down to timing—that is, how long you want to keep your cash in…

Oct 27, 2021 / Money Tips

Tips to Save for Larger Planned Expenses

Who says saving money can’t be fun? When you plan to save for some future expense (especially if that future expense is something fun), saving money can become a game unto itself. Whether you’re saving for a down payment on a home, a family vacation,…

Apr 21, 2021 / Money Tips

Saving for Taxes? 3 Smart Reasons a Money Market Account Makes Sense

In case you haven’t heard, the 2021 Utah and federal tax deadlines have been extended to May 17. If you’re already looking for a better way to save for next tax season, or if you’ve just been looking for a smarter way to save up…

Mar 18, 2021 / Money Tips

How to Meet Your Savings Goals

Each new season brings a new opportunity to save. Whether you memorialize the moment with a resolution or you just have a general goal to save for your next big purchase, the right savings plan and the right follow-through can help you reach your…

Jun 17, 2020 / Money Tips

3 Ways to Make Saving Money More Fun

Is there anything more fun than spending money? Vacations, home improvements, shopping sprees, fancy restaurants—there’s an undeniable thrill to experiencing something new. But in order to spend money, you have to save money first. If only it was just as fun. Here are three creative…

Apr 07, 2020 / Money Tips

4 Ways to Weather a Financial Storm

Have you ever been outdoors when the weather turned suddenly? The skies darken and the rain starts to pour, and your natural response is to take cover. You want to stay safe and comfortable, and wait for the weather to improve. The same applies to…

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…