Lately we have been getting several new members who previously had accounts at the “big banks”, especially Chase. I asked one of our New Accounts reps if our new members indicated why they left the bank. Here’s what she said:
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Unhappy With Your Bank? Join a Credit Union!
July 23, 2010
Daily News Readers Choice Awards – Get Voting!
June 21, 2010
It’s that time again! The L.A. Daily News is holding their annual Readers Choice Awards. For those of you in the San Fernando Valley, you may know that every year you get to vote for your favorite chinese restaurant, dry cleaner, pet store, and more. All you have to do is go here, enter a [...]
NORTHRIDGE COMMUNITY FESTIVAL June 4-6
May 19, 2010
In a tradition that began in June of 1982, Northridge Park will once again host a celebration of our community. THE NORTHRIDGE COMMUNITY HAWAIIAN FESTIVAL will take place June 5th and 6th. Admission and parking are free and all of your favorite activities, fun, food, and entertainment will be there. The Kiwanis Club of Northridge, [...]
“Move Your Money”…to a Credit Union!
January 11, 2010
I’m sure by now you’ve heard of the “Move Your Money” campaign first started by Arianna Huffington of the Huffington Post. Basically, they’re saying that “Too-big-to-fail banks are profiting from bailout dollars and government guarantees, and growing bigger.” And, much like It’s a Wonderful Life, they are urging consumers to move their money from the [...]
Cash for Clunkers Suspended
July 31, 2009
UPDATE: The House of Represenatatives this morning approved $2 Billion in additional funding for Cash for Clunkers, in an effort to avoid suspension. Still waiting for the Senate.
California DMV Vehicle Registration Fees Increased
July 15, 2009
The State of California is in financial trouble, that’s a fact. One of the ways they are trying to help the State budget is to increase our annual car registration fees. Here is a press release I just received from DMV with more information: If you recently received a renewal letter for your vehicle registration, you [...]
Cars for Clunkers a Good Deal…or Not?
June 25, 2009
On June 24th President Obama signed into law the “Cash for Clunkers” bill in yet another effort to hopefully encourage, and help, more consumers purchase a new car. However, the signature kicks off a 30-day period in which the Transportation Department will prepare regulations for the program. The National Automobile Dealers Association is advising dealers [...]
Deposit Insurance Limit Extended through 2013
May 29, 2009
The Helping Families Save Their Homes Act of 2009, signed into law by President Obama on May 20, 2009, includes a provision extending $250,000 share insurance coverage provided by the National Credit Union Share Insurance Fund through December 31, 2013. FDIC insurance will also be extended under this new law. This is good news, considering [...]
Money and Credit Management for Teens
May 22, 2009
On Thursday I was fortunate to have the opportunity to speak to a group of graduating Seniors from Champs Charter High School in Van Nuys about money management and how to maintain good credit once you get into college and life after High School. I am a huge advocate of financial literacy in the classroom, [...]
Ford Launches New Payment Protection Program
April 1, 2009
Looks like Ford has jumped onto Hyundai’s bandwagon and is now offering a Payment Protection program. Here’s how it works: You are automatically enrolled when you purchase or lease any new Ford vehicle. But, it only becomes effective 30 days after you make the purchase. If you become involuntarily unemployed (note: this won’t benefit you if [...]
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