Advice from a retiree: How to retire debt-free
What if you could retire debt-free? These retirees did—and they have some advice to help you do the same. Here's their story (and tips).
How to save more by investing in term-share certificates
Trying to earn more as you save? A term-share certificate can be a great strategy. Learn how to invest in certificates and what to consider.
How to get your family ready for school
Updated on July 30, 2024, at 9:30 a.m. CT Back-to-school sales are in full force. And area sales tax holidays are happening this week, eliminating sales tax on certain clothing and other items as families prepare to send kids back…
You’ll want to avoid being paid this way
As I visit workplaces in Dupaco communities, I’ve noticed a troubling trend. More employees, especially in the food industry, are receiving their wages via payroll cards. This payment system can be a costly proposition for employees. And oftentimes, workers don’t…
How to live debt-smart
With plans to upgrade to a larger house, Tammy Wood and her husband struggled to find the perfect home that was worth the larger mortgage. So, the couple abandoned their plan and decided to do the exact opposite. Instead of…
Member finds her financial path
The day before her 29th birthday, Jenni Fregeau knew it was time to face her finances—and make some changes. Here's what happened next.
MoneyMatch helps Dubuque woman realize dream
Dupaco member Coralita Shumaker purchases her first home, thanks to Dupaco’s MoneyMatch program. The savings of a participant in the program are matched by a grant from the Dupaco R.W. Hoefer Foundation.
Give every dollar a purpose with zero-sum budgeting
What if you could have a brighter financial future by spending every dollar you earned? There's a name for this approach: Zero-sum budgeting.
Debt consolidation: Is it right for you?
When used correctly, debt consolidation can help you get out from under debt and free up your money for a brighter financial future.
5 steps you can take to boost your financial IQ
Knowing how to manage your money can help you live financially free. Learn how to boost your financial IQ with these five tips.
Credit History Lesson helps members get money ahead
Patrick and Brenda Mirocha were in the process of adopting their 3-year-old daughter last year when they received a fortuitous phone call. Dupaco Community Credit Union’s Tammy Wood reached out to the Davenport couple because she wanted to help them…
Certificate IRAs give you another way to save for retirement
When it comes to building that nest egg, you have several tools to help you. Find out whether a certificate IRA should be part of your plan.
