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6 Things to Add to Your December Checklist

  1. Come see Santa!
    Wanna get cute photos of our kids or grandkids with Santa but don’t want to wait in the long mall lines. Bring your littles to the credit union! Your family will enjoy FREE snacks and crafts, balloon artist, pictures and much more! For dates and details, click here.
  1. Be Smart with Holiday Bonus.
    If you get one, make sure you use that money wisely by reviewing which areas of your finances could use the boost. A good strategy is to put 20% into your savings immediately so you don’t touch it, decide how much you’ll need for the holidays and use the rest to pay down your debts.
  1. Skip a Loan Payment
    If you need extra cash for holiday expenses, try skipping your monthly loan payment. It’s simple; complete this form and return it to the credit union.
  1. Prep Your Car for Winter Driving
    It’s time to winterize your vehicle. Create a winter emergency car kit and stock it with these recommended items: flashlight and batteries, hand-warmers, blankets, drinking water, shovel and ice scraper, jumper cables, and emergency lights or flares. For more tips on winter driving, read 5 Helpful Hints for Driving in Winter Weather.
  1. Enable IDProtect®
    Cyber crime always seems to peek around the holidays when people are most likely to shop online. Our Choice Checking accounts include an Identity Theft Protection Service that will help protect you and your family from fraud. With IDProtect®, it’s easy to put protective measures in place, find out how to enable them today. >> Read the 6 benefits of IDProtect
  1. Set Your New Years Resolutions – As work starts to slow down for the winter holidays, grab a few free moments to think about what you’d like to work on in the new year. Be as specific as possible: Rather than making a resolution to “save more,” choose a concrete goal like “save another $1,000 for my vacation this summer.” Whatever your dream for the new year, make sure you have a clear idea of what you’re aiming for. With a little planning, you’ll be celebrating your successes at this time next year.