Usage-Based Auto Insurance Might Provide Savings
Like everything else, the pandemic greatly impacted driving habits. Workers who once had long commutes and drove to work every day suddenly found themselves working remotely. […]
At Widget Financial, we go to great lengths to protect our members.
At Widget Financial, we go to great lengths to protect our members. A new scam has started affecting some of our members, and we want to help you stay safe. We want to remind you of information you should never give over the phone. […]
How to Spot, Avoid and Report Fake Check Scams
How to Spot, Avoid and Report Fake Check ScamsIn a fake check scam, someone that you don’t know asks you to deposit a check – most likely for a large amount of money, and usually for more than what you are owed – and send some of the money to another [...]
Mobile Payment Apps: How To Avoid a Scam When You Use One
How to avoid a scam when using Mobile Payment Apps? Mobile payment apps have become very popular in recent years and can be a convenient way to send and receive money. With the rise in popularity of mobile payment apps, there has been a rise in scammers trying to steal [...]
Credit Cards or Debit Cards – What’s the Smartest Swipe?
Most people own at least one debit card and at least one credit card. Although it may not seem like it, there are many differences between the two. […]
When a Savings Account isn’t a Savings Account
For many credit union members, a savings account is a formality. They know, in theory, that saving is important. Maybe they got a bonus at work and stuck $50 in a savings account. […]
The ‘Pink Tax’: Does Shopping Like a Girl Cost You Money?
Several economic studies have confirmed the existence of a so-called “pink tax,” an inflated price attached to goods and services specifically marketed to women. […]
Beware of Phishing Scams!
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has warned of a recent upsurge in phishing scams involving credit union brands. […]
Adjustable Or Fixed-Rate Mortgage – Which Is Right For Me?
Fixed-rate and adjustable-rate mortgages each have their advantages and disadvantages. Widget Financial is giving you the information you need to figure out which one is right for you! […]
Let Widget Financial Help You Build Your Credit
The credit union has great tools to help you build a great credit rating. We can give you credit counseling, set up a credit builder loan, teach you how to make on-time rental payments part of your score, open a secured credit card account … […]
