Engage in money talk before you tie the knot
Getting ready to tie the knot? The more you and your partner can talk about your money, the easier it will be to merge your lives and money.
4 things you should know about using mobile wallets
Mobile wallets are becoming increasingly popular—and with good reason. Here are four things to know about this payment option.
Your membership pays
Mike Halverson has long appreciated the cooperative structure of Dupaco Community Credit Union. “They’re trying to help their members be financially better off and make more informed decisions,” Halverson said of Dupaco, which he joined nearly two decades ago. Halverson, of…
Kick off the new year with a fresh start to spending
The new year is a perfect time for a frugal month. When you strip your spending to the bare basics, you can rediscover your priorities.
Hoefers named Dubuque Telegraph Herald First Citizen Award recipients
Bob and Marilyn Hoefer’s dedication to community led to their selection for the 48th annual Telegraph Herald First Citizen Award.
Why should you properly insure those expensive gifts?
If you've been gifted jewelry, drones or other valuable pieces, it's important to know when to insure expensive gifts.
4 budget-friendly gift ideas
Feeling pressured to give the perfect gift? It might not be as hard as you think. Check out these four budget-friendly gift ideas.
4 tips to help you take control of your student debt
When you’re drowning in student debt, it can be hard to see the light at the end of the repayment tunnel. But these steps can help.
Moving the numbers: Dupaco impacts members through financial education
Many families are struggling to be financially secure. A Prosperity Now study found that more than one in four Iowans have virtually no savings, according to Radio Iowa. Deb Schroeder, vice president, community outreach and education at Dupaco, is not…
Program helps woman reach her homeownership dream
Dupaco member Coralita Shumaker realized her dream of homeownership, thanks to a grant from the Dupaco Foundation. Here's how she did it.
How to protect aging parents from elder financial abuse
Elder financial abuse has been called the fastest growing crime of the 21st century. Learn how you can help protect aging parents from fraud.
Top 5 places identity thieves look for your private information
How do identity thieves get your information? Here are their top five jackpots, along with tips to help you protect yourself from fraud.
