Mar 26, 2019

A Brief Explanation of Federal Holidays

Federal holidays have been around since 1870, but back then they only applied to government employees in the District of Colombia. As time went on, these officially recognized calendar holidays have broadened to honor icons & aspects of American heritage that have shaped us as a nation. On these holidays, all non-essential federal government offices are closed. Also closed are federally chartered financial institutions, including credit unions and banks. This is because many, like America First, depend on national agencies to process specific transactions. There are currently 10 federal holidays: New Year's Day (January 1) Martin Luther King, Jr. Day…

Mar 14, 2019

America First Credit Union Celebrates 80 Years of Serving Members

For Immediate Release: America First Credit Union Celebrates 80 Years of Serving Members Credit Union asks members to share their thoughts and pictures on Friday, March 15, 2019 Riverdale, Utah – (Thursday, March 14, 2019) – With a long-standing history of 80 years, America First Credit Union is inviting members to participate in their Member Appreciation Day on Friday, March 15. Using the #AFCU80years hashtag, America First Credit Union is asking members to celebrate with them by sharing on their social media platforms. Post a picture, share a story or let America First know how long you have been a…

Feb 12, 2019

Don’t Get Fooled by Romance Scams

Falling in love can make you feel as though you're walking on air, but if a budding relationship is exclusively online, it's important to keep your feet on the ground. Here are some tips to avoid becoming a romance scam victim. You may be charming and attractive, but scammers will try grooming you by flattering your ego. Be suspicious if things progress too quickly without meeting each other in person. Watch out if your new friend starts making financial requests. He or she may play with your heartstrings and say there are medical expenses to pay or ask you for…

Feb 06, 2019

LendKey Reaches $2.6 Billion Loan Milestone, Expands its Partner Network with America First Credit Union

New York, February 6, 2019 -- LendKey, the leading lending-as-a-service platform, announced that it has originated a total of more than $2.6 billion in loans on behalf of its financial institution partners as of the end of 2018. LendKey’s turnkey solution provides banks and credit unions with a state-of-the-art platform to offer digital loans. “Reaching the $2.6 billion milestone is a testament to LendKey’s position as a trusted partner for financial institutions to expand their digital lending offerings and grow revenue and their asset portfolios,” said Vince Passione, CEO and Founder of LendKey. Highlights for 2018 included record loan origination…

Feb 01, 2019

Choose TurboTax & Save

Get the best refund for less with TurboTax® and America First. We’re offering exclusive member discounts on the web’s #1 filing software: Easy to use Double-checks your work Searches for every deduction & credit Go here for details.

Feb 01, 2019

Security Update: It’s Time to File—Beware of Scams

As the tax season shifts into high gear, criminals also step up their schemes to rob you. They will impersonate IRS employees, set up fake sites to steal your data and deploy many other tactics. But there are ways to protect yourself: Dismiss calls, emails and texts from people who claim to represent the IRS—the agency only communicates via mail on official letterhead. Hang up, delete, delete. Don’t pay anyone who says he or she is from the government, needs a pre-paid debit card, and threatens to levy fines if you don’t comply. Never reply to emails, texts, pop-ups or…

Feb 01, 2019

Protecting Your Resources No Matter the Economic Direction

By Glen Olpin - Senior Vice President & Chief Economist As economic expansion in the United States continues, we are approaching one of the longest-running periods of growth on record, with the 120-month benchmark likely to be surpassed in 2019. We expect this positive trend to extend through the year. Overall economic growth, as measured by gross domestic product, has seen ongoing improvement in Utah and neighboring western states. These have been among the top states in economic strength and we believe such strong performance will be ongoing. Consumers are leading the recovery, their confidence being at an all-time high.…

Jan 29, 2019

Save Money with America First Credit Union

With technology flourishing, we are in an era where pretty much everything has gone digital, including your bank apps. Nicole Cypers from America First is here today to tell you how you can save money by switching to their credit union. Right now, they have an offer through the end of February for a 3% balance transfer. This allows you to transition all your debt to a Visa card and get up to 3% back, drawing your debt down. There are many other benefits, such as card customization, free Card Guard® mobile security, member perks and so much more! For…

Jan 11, 2019

She’s Having a Baby! (And Saving)

Congratulations are certainly in order if your family is growing. But even with good medical coverage, the costs of labor & delivery are considerable. The price for a normal birth without complications is usually in the thousands. Of course, it's always important to set aside funds when you're planning for a new baby, but there are ways to save & pay less. Before your due date The best way to save money is to be informed. Contact your insurance company and find out which expenses are covered. Discuss things like length of stay, medications, meals, and other procedures. Don't be…

Jan 04, 2019

What’s Your Return Policy?

Now that the holiday season dust has settled and most, if not all, of your Christmas decorations are stored, it's time to decide which gifts you're keeping and which ones you want to return. Maybe a shirt is the wrong size, or the family laptop you bought is a lemon—whatever the reason, here are some tips for making sure you don't get stuck with unwanted clutter. Review return dates Exchange timeframes largely depend on the vendors. For example, Kmart purchases can be returned within 30 days, whereas Target allows 90 days. It can also depend on what you buy. Costco…