Credit Coach loan helps member get money ahead
Joel Mungongo turned to his bank for a loan and was turned away. He later went to Dupaco. What happened next, he said, was amazing.
Money Makeover helps a Dupaco member achieve steps to financial success
A free Dupaco Money Makeover helped one member see how much she was paying in interest—and create a plan to pay off the debt.
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.
The credit score conundrum
Have you ever noticed that your credit score can vary from one credit report to the next? Learn why this happens and what it means for you.
Practice safe shopping on Cyber Monday
Follow these seven tips to protect your financial information on Cyber Monday (and beyond) this holiday season.
Midwest winters bite back: Are you prepared?
It's time to make sure your household's ready for winter. Prepare your home—and your family—with these four essential steps.
Fire pit safety 101: 6 tips to keep your property safe
What better way to enjoy the outdoors than around a cozy outdoor fire pit? Follow these tips to keep your next fire both fun and safe.
MoneyMatch helps Dubuque woman break free from poverty
Ermina Soler grew up in poverty, in a tenement in the Brooklyn, N.Y., projects. And she long believed homeownership was out of reach.
How to make the most of your 401(k) from an old job
If you have a 401(k) from an old job, you’ll need to decide what to do with it. Here’s what to consider—and how to track down old 401(k)s.
Put that grad cash to work: Open an IRA
If you’re a high school graduate, you’re probably starting your next chapter with some extra cash, thanks to generous friends and family. More than half of those who buy gifts for graduates give a little extra green to help bulk…
Member surprised to be able to pay less and save more
Scott Young tried banking at four other financial institutions before switching to Dupaco. He was surprised to find his financial home.
Dupaco, HEART program foster financial stability, career paths for students
A new alliance aims to help potentially at-risk Dubuque-area high school students create sustainable careers. Find out how it works.
