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Time for a Safe Deposit Box?
You can remember a time when you didn’t need a safe deposit box. But as years passed, you realized that mattress lump just doesn’t work any longer. Even if that…
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Tips for Empty Nesters Downsizing
Quiet. Calm. Clean. And empty. These are just some words that may come to mind when your youngest kiddo leaves the nest. No stray sneakers cluttering up the foyer. No…
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Transfer Your High Rate Credit Card Balance & Save
Save Money with a St. Paul Federal Platinum Rewards Visa® Transfer your high rate credit card balance to a new St. Paul Federal Platinum Rewards Visa® card and let…
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What is Shared Branching?
If it’s your first time hearing about shared branching, you may be wondering “What the heck is it?” As a St. Paul Federal Credit Union Member, it’s something you should…
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What School Doesn’t Teach You About Money
With the new school year either here or just around the corner, it’s time to fill your shopping carts with No. 2 pencils, protractors and all the goodies the kids…
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When to Ask for a Credit Limit Increase
You’ve thought of asking for a credit limit increase. Who wouldn’t love a little extra spending power? Credit cards can be an excellent financial tool when used correctly. They can…
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When to Refinance Your Home
If you’re like other homeowners, questions about when to refinance your home have popped up a time or two. Of course, you’d love a lower monthly mortgage payment but there…
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Why You Need to Be Financially Fit
You give your abs a daily workout, but are you neglecting those money muscles? Here’s why being financially fit is super-important and how you can overcome common barriers to financial…
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Why Your Child Should Have a Savings Account
April is National Credit Union Youth Month, and it’s the perfect time to teach your kids about responsible money management. One of the best ways is to open a savings…
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Your Complete New Year Financial To-Do List
A new year brings new opportunities — and when it comes to your finances, there’s no better time to reset, refocus and make plans. Here are eight financial tasks to…
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Your Guide to Identity Theft Protection
Did you know there were over 1.1 million identity theft reports in the U.S. in 2024? The total financial losses from those reports exceeded $12.7 billion in fraud. It may…
