Author: Kyle Fillo
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Pay Your ATFCU Loan Electronically
Do you remember the song by Snap! that went like... 'I've got the power hey yeah heh I've got the power..." Well if you do AND you like to have 'the power', you are in luck! How you make your ATFCU loan payment is up to you! Rather it be from an external transfer or debit card, you have the power to choose. Continue reading
Mobile Check Deposit
Check out this post to watch a step-by-step video tutorial on how to deposit a check using only your smartphone! Continue reading
Saving on Home Renovations
Does your kitchen look like it's straight out of 'That‘70s Show'? Do you still have avocado or harvest yellow tile? It’s time to remodel! These remodeling tips can save you big bucks! By focusing your remodeling, shopping for a contractor and choosing mid-grade materials, you’ll save. Continue reading
What to Do with Your First Paycheck
You just got your first real paycheck! Before you book that flight to Vegas, though, it’s time to get real with how you’ll spend it. Start socking away money for your emergency fund (3-6 months’ worth of expenses) and put some in your savings account at ATFCU. Continue reading
How to Negotiate Salary for Your First Job
A critical part of your job search is salary negotiation, but if you’re new to the job market you might be feeling intimidated. Be sure you pick the right time, do your research and find out a benchmark for your salary offer, and research the company. Look at the full scope of the offer and practice negotiating with friends. Continue reading
How Much Money Should I Keep in My Checking Account?
You want to make your money work for you so how much should you keep in your checking account versus a savings or other higher interest earning account? The following blog gives you a few ideas and different options when it comes to making the most of your money! Continue reading
Is 0% Financing Too Good to be True?
Automakers feeling the pinch are offering 0% loans to get you into the showroom (or the website). But is that offer a good deal? Before you jump on the offer, call ATFCU and get your rate and the amount for which you can get financed, then take a look at the carmaker’s 0% offer and see which one works for you! Continue reading
Budget Bootcamp
Rosemarie Groner and her husband found themselves $30K in debt with their finances in disarray, and managed to turn it all around thanks to her self-developed 90 Day Budget Bootcamp. For those struggling with how to make a budget and stick to it, her blog is a wealth of information. Check it out! Continue reading
8 Ways to Spot a Counterfeit Bill
As printers and software have gotten more sophisticated, counterfeit money has gotten harder to spot. Check out this blog post for ways to determine if the bill you were just given is legit. If you’re passed a fake bill, get info about the passer, keep the bill safe and call the police. Continue reading