Whether you’re a homeowner, or thinking about becoming one in the next month or so, have a child in college, or have been unemployed, there are tax breaks for you so take advantage of all that you can!

And remember, MCCU is here for you every step of the way.

We’re giving away lots of very cool prizes – including a $500 travel gift certificate – and if you open a new checking account or apply for a loan, we’ll waive the $10 membership fee!

Tell your friends, family and neighbors to check us out and find out why we’re #1…again!

PLUS, join us at our Chatsworth branch on Saturday, October 3rd from 9am to 1pm and you can enter to win an autographed The Simpsons script, signed by Nancy Cartwright, the voice of Bart Simpson!

Go to MatadorsSaysThanks.com for full details!

In the past year, it’s no secret that GM has had some bad press, what with the government bailout and years of consumer complaints about the poor quality of their cars. Now, they want you back.

Here it is: between Sept. 14 and Nov. 30, buyers will be able to return Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet or GMC products within 60 days if they don’t like them. No hassle, no problem, according to GM. Here’s the catch: to take advantage of the program, customers would have to be current on auto payments and the car will have to have been driven less than 4,000 miles. GM will refund the full purchase price of the car. And, buyers will be able to return their cars after 31 days, but not after more than 60 days of ownership.

Though the returned cars could cost GM thousands of dollars each, they expect few returns. I guess GM feels confident that the quality of their products has improved greatly, which I hope is true. Only time can tell. I will point out that they do have insurance in place to protect them from such losses.

Keep an eye out for advertising campaigns from GM, touting their vehicles over Japanese cars, and more.

Want more information? Go here.

And don’t forget to check with us first for your low-rate car loan!

Questions or Comments? E-mail me at blogger@matadorsmoneymatters.com.

The fact that a credit union won over a bank says a lot. Credit unions have as much to offer, if not more, than banks do and our members know why. MCCU continues to be a very safe and sound financial institution. We are well capitalized and continue to receive a 5-star rating – the highest possible - from Bauer Financial.

Check us out to see why we’re #1 and how we can help you with all your personal and business banking needs.

Questions or Comments? E-mail me at blogger@matadorsmoneymatters.com.

If you have a clunker, go out and buy your new car this weekend and make sure to get it financed with MCCU!

You can go here for the story. Enjoy and have a wonderful weekend!

Questions or Comments? E-mail me at blogger@matadorsmoneymatters.com.

“As a leader in the gift card industry, we at Blackhawk Network (largest third party distributor of gift cards and creator of Gift Card Mall) want to set the record straight. Gift cards will continue to be the preferred gift this holiday. In a recent study, we found that over 70% of respondents feel that gift cards are a useful gift since the recipient can get what he/she wants and 58% of consumers still plan on buying gift cards this season. Deloitte’s Holiday Survey also found for the fifth straight year that gift cards are expected to be the top gift purchase. Regardless of the state of the economy, they provide benefits such as convenience, personal budgeting and fraud protection when buying online. In addition, the reports of the vast amount of retailers not accepting gift cards has been completely overstated and not true. They want to keep their customers during this crucial financial time. Thanks.”

- Teri Llach, Group VP of Blackhawk Network