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The goal of the South Metro Federal Credit Union blog is to provide financial tips and education to make our members more money-smart and financially secure. Get there. Start here.
Please check out the articles below — we hope you find them helpful!
Create Financial Habits, Not Resolutions
This year, create financial habits NOT resolutions In the new year, it is common to see people creating their "New Year's Resolutions" list. For many, this includes some sort of financial resolution and it typically doesn't last. If you are someone that typically...
Toy and Food Donations
This year we had a great turn out for our CAP Agency toy and food donations from our 12 Days of Giving event! We are proud to host this event every year and we are so thankful that we have such amazing members that donate. Toy and food donations are such an easy and...
Teach Kids About Money this Halloween
You might not have thought of it, but Halloween is a great time to teach kids about money. Halloween itself is the epitome of fun: candy, decorations, dressing, up and of course more candy. Most would agree that children quite enjoy the tradition of receiving and...
5 College Money Management Tips + MNCUF Scholarship
With all of the pressure that surrounds college (moving, rigorous classes, picking a major, social engagements, etc.) many of us forget that college is a time for an important life lesson in money management. Yes, now more than ever in a young person's life it is time...
Don Crofut to Retire, Robert J. Goscicki Joins as New CEO
Don Crofut is Retiring as President/CEO Effective August 2022, the Board of Directors of South Metro FCU announces the retirement of President/CEO Don Crofut. For 23 years, Don has served our credit union and played a critical role in its development and success. We...
Is Starting a Business Right for You?
Starting a business...I am sure that most of us have thought about it once or twice in our lives. The thought of following your passion and being your own boss is something many dream of while grinding away at their nine to five. While it is risky, having the...
Annual Meeting a Success!
It was so nice to see your smiling faces at the Annual Meeting and review all of our successes from 2021! Along with enjoying refreshments, members got to meet the Board of Directors and take home SMFCU swag! If you missed the in-person or virtual meeting, we...
Teaching Kids about Money
The importance of teaching your kids about money at a young age cannot be overlooked. Its crazy to think about but habits and ideas about money start to solidify as young as age seven. Teaching your kids about finances at a young age can set them up to have a healthy...
The Spring Housing Market and How to Prepare
The last few years in the housing market have been…intense. With spring coming, many people are kicking their house hunting into high gear. That being said, there are ways you can start preparing yourself for the spring housing market. This spring will continue to be...
Consider This Before You Spend Your Tax Refund.
Its tax refund time! While it is tempting to immediately go out and get a whole new wardrobe, consider taking a step back for a moment. Now is a great time to practice a little self-control and think about how you can get the most from your refund. Adulting is hard...
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