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Saving for College: How to Plan for Your Kids' Future Education

Every parent dreams about having a child attend college. However, soaring tuition costs and rising inflation are making it harder for many families to afford the full cost of higher education. It’s never too early to start saving for college, but putting money aside effectively takes planning and discipline. While there are many options open for parents interested in saving for their kids’ further education, the choices you make today can have big implications down the line. So, let's look at some important questions – like when you should start saving for college and how much you should look to save. We also consider the pros and cons of several of the best ways to save money for college. ...Read More

All You Need to Know About Savings Certificates

If the lump under your mattress is getting uncomfortably big and you’re looking for a safer, more lucrative place to park your savings, look no further than Radiant Credit Union. As an institution that’s completely devoted to your financial wellness, we offer several secure options for savings, including Savings Accounts, Money Market Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, and more ...Read More

9 Ways to Save Without Suffering

We all know we should save more money than we do. We either need to pay down debt, build an emergency fund, or save for retirement; perhaps even all three! Accomplishing these goals can be tough, but perhaps not so much if you choose to save smarter, not harder. Try these handy tips to help you save, and you just might find yourself with a tidy savings balance you never thought possible. ...Read More

5 Tips to Jump Start Your Savings

It’s human nature. We’re all wired to meet our immediate wants, whether it’s indulging in a tempting bowl of ice cream, spending too much time scrolling through social media, or treating ourselves to an impulse purchase. ...Read More

The Hidden Cost of Home Delivery

The ease and convenience of home grocery delivery and meal delivery services can be a lifesaver as people continue to manage through COVID - especially for the homebound or those with high-risk health conditions. Food delivery is also essential for households without transportation, and helpful to anyone who decides that home grocery and meal delivery are services that meet their needs. ...Read More

7 Ways to Spring Clean for Extra Cash

When that first delightful spring breeze starts blowing, you know it’s time to get your house in shape. The warmer weather and the brilliant sunshine pouring through your windows can fill you with boundless energy. You’re going to banish those dust bunnies! Every piece of useless clutter must go! You are on a mission to turn your home into a sparkling palace that is completely free of junk. ...Read More