News and tips from Rio Grande Credit Union
March 2024
- Spring Into Action With These Financial Tips
Here are some ways we can assist you in making this season a steppingstone towards financial freedom.
- How to Make Yourself Indispensable at Work
We’ve got some great ideas on how to make yourself indispensable at work!
- Best Time to Buy Fitness Gear
It’s that time of year when fitness looms large, and you’re realizing that equipment is expensive! We can save you big bucks, though, with the best times to buy. Read the guide!
- Dine on a Dime: One-pot Chicken and Rice Casserole
Perfect for cold winter nights, this one-pot meal is a no-fuss dinner that’s easy on the budget, too.
- How to Pay Down Debt
If you’re buried under a pile of debt, it can seem like paying it all down will take forever. It won’t, especially if you strategize! We’ve got tips to help you organize, attack and get debt-free!
- How to Get the Best Bang for Your Buck at Retailers
There are always deals to be had when you’re shopping, but the list we’ve put together here makes finding them like shooting fish in a barrel.
- How to Prepare Your Home for Spring
The days are getting longer, and spring is almost here! There’s a whole list of things to do to get ready for the season, and we can help you get organized and get things done in no time.
- All You Need to Know About Traditional IRAs
When you start planning for retirement, a traditional IRA is likely going to be one of the items at the top of your list. Find out the advantages and potential pitfalls of this route!
- All You Need to Know About Tech Support Scams
Here you are needing tech support help, and a pop-up ad is offering it. Don’t click on it! This is just one way tech support scammers operate. Find out the facts!
- What to Buy and What to Skip in March
March is here, which means spring is about to spring! What retail deals should you look for this time of year, and what should you wait to shop for?
- Practical Budgeting Made Easy
Nobody told you about fun things like budgeting when you were growing up, but it’s a vital part of adulthood. We’ve got a guide to help make it painless!
February 2024
- Black History Month and Credit Unions
The Black community has long found a financial home with the credit #union community, and we look forward to many more decades of success!
- How to Find Happiness at Work
Can work really be a source of happiness? You spend a lot of your life doing it, so of course it should! We’ve got a plan to keep you from becoming a drudge at the office.
- Beware Mortgage Closing Scams
Buying a new home puts you in the crosshairs of scammers looking for a big score. It’s easy to avoid them, though. Just follow our guide!
- How Do I Prepare for Tax Season
Tax time is lurking over the horizon, but with some early prep you can file like a pro this year. We’ve got tips to help!
- Money Lessons For The Whole Family And Where To Find Them
There are tons of easy ways to help your child grasp important money concepts in a fun way that won’t overwhelm them. Here’s a rundown.
- Dine on a Dime: Cheesy Baked Tortellini in Meat Sauce
A delicious, easy, inexpensive dinner option that will have everyone begging for doubles!
- Best Time to Buy Furniture
Does your furniture look like stuff you’ve seen piled on the side of the road? It’s time to replace it! But what’s the best time to shop? We’ve done the homework!
- What Purchases Should I Charge to My Credit Card
You need to use your credit to keep your credit rating up and drive it higher, but what are the smartest ways to use it? We’ve got a great list of tips!
- How to Celebrate Valentine’s Day on a Budget
Yes, you can have a romantic Valentine’s Day and still save money. You just have to be smart, a little creative and watch out for marketing pitfalls. We’ve got plenty of intel to help!
- How Parenthood Changes Your Finances
When welcoming a new child into your family, you’ve gotta be as prepared as possible. Put simply, you’ll need affordable health and life insurance to protect your entire family should something happen. Here’s how to get your plan in place.
- Pinto Bean Soup
This recipe from The Bite celebrates one of New Mexico’s local crops, pinto beans.
- 5 Tips for a Successful Single Retirement
Going into retirement single gives you a few additional challenges, but we’ve got help! Use our handy guide to be sure you’re ready to hit the golden years in stride.
- Should You Give Your Child An Allowance
Wondering how to give your kids an allowance? We have some tips!
- When Should I Give in to the Urge to Splurge
If you’ve been sticking to your budget faithfully for months, you’re probably feeling the urge to splurge. Guess what? It’s OK to do it! Just check out our tips.
- Home Improvement Hacks
Need to remodel your home, but your budget doesn’t have room? We’ve got a great set of hacks that will let you refresh your home’s look without breaking the bank!
- What is a Vacation Club Account
Are you looking forward to a big vacation but dreading the credit card bills? A Vacation Club account might be what you need! We’ve got all the details.
- Ways To Raise Financially Savvy Kids In An Instant Gratification World
Starting financial lessons at a young age can help build their confidence in a major way. Here are more ideas to consider.
January 2024
- Why Your Child Should Have a Savings Account
Did you have a savings account when you were a kid? Whether or not you did, it’s important for your kids to have one!
- Simple Steps to Start Saving
You need to build up your savings, but it always seems to get bumped down your to-do list. We’ve got a handy guide to help you get started and make sure you’re putting money away!
- Creating a Budget
If you’re puzzled at the end of every month by how much money you have (or don’t have) left over, you need a budget! We’ll help you learn how to make and keep one!
- How to Boost Your Productivity at Work
Do you start the day full of motivation, then find half your tasks undone by the end of the day? We’ve got productivity hacks to help!
- How to Staycation for Less
You want to take a vacation, but you don’t want to come home to the big bills from travel. It’s simple: Plan a staycation! We’ve got tips to make your “trip” special and recharging.
- How to Pay Yourself First
Want to prioritize your personal savings? Try "Paying Yourself First" to get your savings accounts on track.
- How to Track Your Spending
Need some help tracking your spending for 2024? We’ve outlined how to track your spending in 3 easy steps.
- 8 Tips for Environmentally Friendly Consumer Choices
You want to be a good steward of the environment, but you’ve got shopping to do! Actually, it’s possible to accomplish both goals at the same time. Let us show you how!
- How to Save on Heating Costs This Winter
Are you dreading the winter heating bills? We’ve got a set of hacks that will help you stay toasty warm without setting fire to your checking account!
- Dine on a Dime: Spicy Thai Winter Squash Soup
Cozy up with hardy winter squash, a must-have staple for health-conscious home cooks.
- Winter is Here. Time to Start Saving for Summer Vacation
It may seem like we’ve got a way to go, but the summer months are just around the corner. Now is the time to start planning for your summer vacation.
- Don’t Get Caught in a Credit Repair Scam
Are you in the market for credit repair? There are hundreds of scammers in the market for you! Let us help you dodge the fraudsters and fix your score.
- What to Know Before Buying a Used Car
Have you decided a used car is the way to go to get yourself a new set of wheels? There are a lot of steps to complete, but our guide will keep you from getting lost along the way!
- 6 Financial Resolutions for the New Year
Dreading your annual resolution to finally drop 20 pounds? How about working on some financial resolutions for the new year? We’ve got some great ideas!
- Yearly Review of Your Small Business
You know you dread doing it: It’s time for the yearly review for your small business. But if you do it right, and we just happen to have some tips on that, it’ll put you way ahead going into 2024!
- Savings Strategies for the New Year
If one of your resolutions is to improve your savings, Rio Grande Credit Union has lots of options!