Car prices hit a record high. Why, and what that means for you.
The average new car price hit a record $38,255 in May, according to JD Power. That’s up 12% from the same period a year ago. If you’re out car shopping right now, be prepared to pay big bucks for that vehicle. About two-thirds of car buyers paid within 5% of the sticker price in May, […]
3 Ways to Save Money This Summer
3 Ways to Save Money This Summer Wouldn’t you rather spend your money on making lasting memories with friends and family this summer? If you’re on a tight budget but still want to enjoy all that summer has to offer, here are three ways you can save. Save up to $300 by packing your lunch. Making […]
2021 HopeSouth Scholarship Winners
We are proud to announce our 2021 HopeSouth Scholarship recipients (pictured below from left to right). Caroline A. Scott of Clemson University — $1,000 Makinsie J. Ware of Lander University — $1,000 Grace Dixon of Lander University — $1,000 Congratulations, Caroline, Grace, and Makinsie! We are thrilled to present you with a HopeSouth Scholarship and look forward to […]
Account Service Representative
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Greet and welcome members to the credit union in a courteous, professional, and timely manner, providing prompt, accurate, and efficient service on all savings products and services (CDs, IRAs, money market accounts, etc.). Respond to inquiries regarding savings products received in person, by telephone, or electronically. Open new membership accounts. Set up savings […]
Don’t Become A Victim of Financial Fraud From Money Apps.
“Arkansas woman scammed out of $4,800 after using Cash App.” “Raleigh man loses $24,000 in Cash App scam.” The headlines featuring Cash App fraud and scams keep piling up as of late, and we don’t want you to be next. Cash App fraud reports are up more than 300% from this time last year, according […]
Here’s how much you should have saved for retirement by your 30’s
Here’s how much you should have saved for retirement by your 30’s “Start saving for retirement while you’re young.” It’s easier said than done when you are just starting, especially if you have student loan payments taking a huge percentage of your paycheck. First, let’s determine how much you should have saved for retirement. Retirement-plan […]
Will There Be A Fourth Stimulus Check?
A group of lawmakers is starting to call for the fourth round of stimulus checks, just as the final payments from the third round are starting to hit mailboxes. On March 30th, a few U.S. Senators wrote a letter asking President Biden to consider both recurring direct payments as well as automatic unemployment insurance extensions […]
Houses. Cars. Gas. Why is everything so much more expensive than it was a year ago?
Houses. Cars. Gas. Why is everything so much more expensive than it was a year ago? If you think you’re spending more on things like gas and food than you were at this time last year, you’re right. That’s because we seem to be reopening to a more expensive economy than the one that existed […]
It’s National Credit Union Youth Month!
April is National Credit Union Youth Month, so we wanted to take a moment to highlight the importance of spending the time and energy to make sure your kids have some basic knowledge about money. Did you know: From 2004 to 2009, the median credit card debt among college students increased 74% A report on […]
Don’t let Amazon become Scam-azon
“There’s something wrong with your Amazon account.” It could be a suspicious purchase, a lost package, or an order they can’t fulfill. If you’ve received one of these calls and hung up, you did the right thing. Spam calls are running rampant right now from scammers pretending to be companies like Amazon and Apple trying […]
