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Buying or selling a home in a COVID-19 world
When COVID-19 first hit last year, many people put their homebuying plans to the side. After all, how could you buy or sell a home during a pandemic? However, while…
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ACU Employee Spotlight: Getting to know Andrea Dysievick
The ACU Employee Spotlight series features some of the many people that work at the credit union, highlighting how their unique roles help members and the community every day. In…
Learning an Indigenous language through tech and the new normal
Gii wiijiiye Anishinaabemowin Zoom akinoomaageng. Try saying this phrase. Here’s how it’s pronounced. GEE WEE-JEE-YA AH-NISH-AH-NAH-BAY-MOW-IN ZOOM AH-KE-NOO-MAH-GAYNG. You just said, “I attended an Anishinaabe language Zoom class.” Zooming your…
Retiring during a pandemic? Here’s what you need to know
If you’re nearing retirement, you’re probably wondering what next year will look like. Will you ever be able to retire with this pandemic happening? Should you keep working (if you…
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3 ways to save on big-ticket expenses while socially distancing
We’ve shown you four ways to save on everyday expense while social distancing, but what about the big ticket items that really add up? There are great ways to cut…
4 ways to save on everyday purchases while socially distancing
In the midst of the current health crisis, people are aware of socially distancing, but also worried about their financial health. These thrifty tips can help you keep a little…
Brilliant tips for post-secondary students to stretch their money
With the end of summer comes the mass return of students to campuses and classrooms. And while the reputation of the “poor student” is well known, that doesn’t mean you…
Your pain-free savings plan
Saving money can often feel like going to the dentist. We know we have to do it, but we often put it off for too long. Saving money early creates…
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Buying or selling a home in a COVID-19 world
When COVID-19 first hit last year, many people put their homebuying plans to the side. After all, how could you buy or sell a home during a pandemic? However, while…
Lending basics — Loans, lines of credit & credit scores
If you need extra cash to get through the new day-to-day challenges that have popped up, or for big plans that have always been on your list — such as…
How to finance a home renovation
While carrying out renovations on your home can be a daunting task, finding the money to finance it doesn’t have to be. There are plenty of financing options available to…
10 steps to buying your first home
Buying a new home can be an exciting time. After all, you can finally move into a place you can call your own — whether you’re leaving that long-term rental…