Aug 11, 2017
How to Pay for College Even When You Think You Can’t

How to Pay for College Even When You Think You Can’t

According to the National Center for Education Statistics, the average annual cost of college tuition, fees, room & board is between $16,000 and $42,000. If those numbers make your head spin, you're not alone. Whether you're trying to pay for college yourself, or you're looking to fund your child's education, here are some resources that can help ease the financial burden. Scholarships Thankfully, there are ways to make a university education more affordable. Some scholarships will cover your entire tuition, as well as books & housing, whereas others will only award you a few hundred dollars. Keep an eye on…
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Aug 04, 2017
Ride Your Bike & Save Some Bucks

Ride Your Bike & Save Some Bucks

When you ride your bike instead of driving to work, school or the store, you gain a lot of benefits. Biking is both aerobic and anaerobic exercise, improves cardiovascular fitness, strengthens bones and prevents disease. Bike riding is also good for the environment as pollution-free transportation--and it's great for your wallet. According to AAA, the average yearly cost for owning and operating a personal vehicle is $8,558, approximately 15% of the median household income. This equates to over $700 a month or 57 cents per mile. And while regularly riding a bicycle won't cut out all auto-related expenses, it can…
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Aug 02, 2017

Security Update: ‘Inventive’ Scams that Rob Resources

Creating a new product or service is exciting. And one of the primary reasons for this is that you’re eager to produce sales and get it on the market. So getting trademark protection certainly makes, but watch out for mailings & information that looks official but is really just a scam to get your money. The U.S. Patent and Trademark Office and Federal Trade Commission are alerting consumers that there are companies pretending to be these government agencies or their partners—and they’re tricking people into paying them fees. Such enterprises send patent & trademark holders solicitations that offer to do…
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Aug 01, 2017

Currency Exchange Services Available at Select Branches

If you’re heading abroad, whether it’s for business or it’s finally time for that dream vacation, we provide foreign currency exchange services to help you make the most of your journey. America First offers low fees, competitive rates, overnight delivery & more. Some details are: $5,000 per-transaction limit Purchases by cash or collected account funds only Two-day pickups requested (orders are returned after five days) $10 per transaction (buying or selling) Additional $10 for orders under $300 U.S. $15 for FedEx Priority Express (available by noon the next business day) It’s available at select branches—click here to find one near…
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Aug 01, 2017

Don’t Wait Until Next Year!

The RV you’ve always dreamed of owning can become a reality with a low-rate loan from America First. We offer: 12-year fixed terms 20-year balloon payments Flexible options, unmatched service & more Choose your credit union for the freedom to finance your getaways. Apply today.
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Aug 01, 2017

Guest Commentary: Protecting & Enhancing Your Financial Health

By Rex Rollo, Executive Vice President/Chief Financial Officer I recently had the pleasure of appearing on a KSL Newsradio program to provide commentary regarding our financial environment and how it affects us. We discussed an article in a major publication that indicated the average American had increased his or her checking account balance by $2,000 over the last few years. The host asked if I thought this was an indication of consumers across the country improving their financial health, and if the same were true for America First members. Although I could only speak in general terms about conditions nationally, I…
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Jul 28, 2017
Fraud Prevention: Monitoring Your Account

Fraud Prevention: Monitoring Your Account

Preventing fraud is sometimes as easy as keeping an eye on your money. Regular account monitoring can help protect your identity and keep your hard-earned funds safe. Many credit unions, banks and credit card companies will send a monthly statement, which you should always look over, but being proactive in your financial surveillance will give you an extra layer of protection. Logging in Online banking gives you anytime, anywhere access and that means you don't have to wait for a statement. Some people make logging in and going through account activity part of their morning routine. As you check in,…
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Jul 26, 2017

Great Deals on Summer Activities

We all love getting rewards, especially when it comes to summer activities. Nicole Cypers with America First Credit Union shares how you can get great member deals using your America First Visa. For more information, visit www.americafirst.com. Source
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