Today we celebrate #InternationalCreditUnionDay by reflecting on how Education First Credit Union has helped contribute to a brighter future by providing financial empowerment to people through financial services, education and support.

Think that having kids will put a cramp in your style — not to mention your wallet? Well, that’s not always the case. Follow these simple tips and you’ll discover that you can nourish your wallet while also nurturing your family. 1. Avoid impulse buys. …

When comparing long-term loans, the interest rate and the annual percentage rate (APR) are often confused. While the interest rate refers to the annual interest expense of the loan, the APR reflects the annual cost of borrowing money from the lender. C …

Your credit score is made up of three numbers, serving as an indicator of your financial history, wellness and responsibility. These three little numbers can spell the difference between approval and rejection for a mortgage, a job, a rental unit and s …

  Q: With interest rates falling and home prices rising, it seems like a great time to tap into my home’s equity using a home equity loan. What’s the best way to use these funds? A: A home equity loan, or a HEL, can be a fantastic way to source ex …

Meet Keisha, an Education First member since 1999… Keisha joined Education First in 1999, as a recent college grad and new teacher at Columbus City Schools. She remembers hearing about the Credit Union at her orientation and decided to open an account. …

Unless you’ve been living in a bunker for the last several months, you’ve likely caught the term “recession” thrown around on the news more than once. Hearing this word being used to describe the state of the U.S. economy can trigger a range of reactio …

Payment apps like Venmo and CashApp make it easy to send and receive money, but scammers are using them to fleece victims. Find out how the scams work and how to stay safe! Payment apps offer users the ability to effortlessly send payments to friends, …

Selling a home is a move people generally plan years in advance, and 2020 was no different. For many homeowners, the hot real estate market of spring and summer of 2020 was going to be the season they put their homes up for sale. And then came the coro …

Back-to-school season is traditionally marked by a run on discounted pencils, overcrowded malls and lots of nail-biting nerves about new teachers. But this year, the back-to-school season is entirely different. Forget the crowds and a race to find the …