savings account Archives - Utah First Credit Union

Mar 27, 2025 / News

Direct deposit has always been the easiest way to get paid. But setting it up? Not so much. It’s been anything but direct between paperwork, employer runarounds, and outdated processes. Thankfully, Utah First is constantly coming up with ways to make your financial life more convenient. Our do-it-yourself direct deposit feature has changed the game,…

Jan 06, 2023 / Money Market

Why Every Member Should Have a Money Market Account

For some Utah First members (maybe you?), there’s a certain mystery to a money market account—a lesser known side of savings that lies just beyond the bounds of ordinary banking. Because it’s not your traditional savings and checking setup, a money market account must be…

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…

Dec 16, 2022 / Local Utah

Give, Save, Skip and Give Back

The holidays are a busy time of year, and at Utah First we’re adding to the hustle and bustle of the season with four exciting programs to help you save money, spend smarter, and show a little love to your community. If you need some…

Dec 09, 2022 / Money Tips

Helpful Holiday Savings Ideas

The holidays have always been expensive—the presents, the food, the family gatherings. But this year, the holidays may cost just a little bit more. It’s no secret that record inflation has caused costs to skyrocket. Consumer prices are rising quickly, and that means this year…

Sep 23, 2022 / Money Tips

Time to Check Your Checking Account

You have regular checkups for just about everything. You check on your hair, your health, your fly, your finances, your blood pressure and your breath. You even sometimes check your reality. With so much checking going on, it’s a wonder that your checking account ironically…

Feb 18, 2022 / Money Tips

Teach Your Teens Financial Independence (The $100 Head Start)

As parents, one of your primary responsibilities is to help your kids help themselves. You can’t be with them 24/7 (and let’s face it, the constant questions about when their dinner will be ready get real old, real fast). But one of the most important…

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…

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…

Mar 21, 2019 / Money Tips

How a Money Market Account Can Help You Save Smarter

Being smart with your savings is the first rule of finance. But saving money is much easier said than done. With so many demands on your dollars, even before your paycheck comes in, savings can sometimes feel like an afterthought. Unfortunately, this is a backwards…