Yearly Archives:: 2020
Achieving Your Financial Goals
Every person has different financial goals – big or small, easy to achieve or a goal that will take more time. Setting these goals is a smart way to ensure you’ll follow the right track over time, and they’re good for developing healthy financial habits. Whether you’re paying off student loans or credit card debt, saving for retirement, or saving to buy a house, having some kind of set goal is important to ensure your financial health won’t take a hit. However, it’s one thing to set goals, and another entirely to stick to them. Our team at
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As a parent, you’re probably used to your children asking you for things from the minute they start talking. It’s your job to make sure they’re taken care of – healthy food, an education, a comforting home, all the proper amenities, and so forth. However, as your children continue to get older, they’re going to start asking for different things – such as money and more expensive hobbies and activities. Teaching your teenager about the value of money and how to make a dollar stretch is one of the most important lessons they can take into adulthood. If
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Now that we’re officially in the third decade of the 21st century, identity theft and cyberattacks are continuing to grow exponentially. It’s not just that theft tools are becoming more sophisticated – there are more and more methods now in which your personal, private information can become compromised. The growth of social media, mobile apps, and the online marketplace has not only made our lives more convenient and interconnected, but also more at risk as well. It’s not always easy to ensure your information is secure, especially when taking an “personality” quiz via Facebook can put your information in
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As most business owners know, retaining good employees can be a bit of a balancing act. It’s not uncommon for an employed person to be on the lookout for bigger, potentially more prosperous opportunities in their career field. Studies have shown that one of the biggest factors in an employee looking for a new job is the inability to grow in their current workplace, whereas others have cited examples like an unhealthy workplace, an overload of work, not getting a proper raise or promotion, and so forth. Keeping good employees isn’t just about how much you pay them, though
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When it comes to balancing the fine line between work, family, and leisure, Michael Baryla seems to be on the right track. And as the new director of Polam Federal Credit Union, he looks to balance all of those elements with skill. Mike was brought on at Polam this January, and he looks to bring a new style and direction to the success of our credit union. He’s an experienced businessman and hobbyist who looks to bring his business ownership experience to his work at Polam. “I’m looking to bring a fresher approach to operations,” Mike said,
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It’s officially the start of a new decade, and for the last several years, we’ve seen a world that’s gone increasingly online. Smartphones and tablets only began to pick up traction in the last decade, and with each passing year, tech companies like Apple and Google release new, updated devices with even more features to make your life more convenient and cool. Naturally, this mobile trend has extended broadly to the financial sector, and credit unions around the country are taking advantage of their members’ need for mobile access. If you’re still on the fence when it comes
▸ continue readingAdopting a Furry Friend – What are the Costs
Adopting a furry friend can bring a great deal of joy to a household, especially if you need a bit of extra companionship. With animal shelters seeking adoptive pet parents every day, the pet industry is booming, and more and more families are finding that giving a home to a new cat or dog has a great deal of benefits. However, when you adopt a pet, you’re adopting a living creature that comes with costs, and it’s important to not overlook that fact before you visit your local shelter. Before you take the step in adopting a new
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With new technology and cryptology emerging every day, it’s becoming more and more important to be diligent with your credit and debit cards. Although that importance has always been a priority, hackers and identity thieves continue to come up with new ways to obtain your personal and financial information. While you may already be taking the extra effort to secure your accounts and keep your cards safe, there’s always room for new helpful information. Here are some of the important steps you should be taking to ensure the security of your credit and debit cards: Keep
▸ continue readingCredit Unions and You – Why Choose One
There’s one thing everyone knows about big banks: they are for-profit businesses, and when you bank with them, you’re essentially a customer and an account number. However, if you’re concerned about your money and how it’s handled by your financial institution, why not consider moving to a credit union? Members of Polam FCU get all the benefits of being a part-owner and operator in their financial institution. It’s one of the most positive benefits of being a member of a credit union – you don’t have to worry about CEOs who focus more on profits than taking care
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Starting a family, whether it be large or small, is a significant undertaking. You’re not just looking after yourself – you have the needs of a spouse, children, and/or animals to consider, as well as investments such as homeownership and purchasing the right car. The financial security of your family should always be your strongest goal, and varying income levels can play a role in what you’re able to accomplish. However, it’s important to steer away from the common mistakes many people make when they start a family. Don’t let your budget go by the wayside. If
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