Allegius Credit Union

It’s late August, the kids are back in school, and summer is winding down. But how about one last hurrah? Here are a few local getaways to give summer a great send-off. Take one more summer visit to the Indiana Dunes, where you can hike, fish,...

Did you know the best time to start building credit is when you’re young? Your credit score will stick with you your entire adult life, so making smart decisions when you’re young will help make things easier when you’re older. How does credit...

Do you have a not-so-great relationship with your credit card? Maybe you don’t pay off your balance each month, or maybe you even miss payments. Let’s take a look at some unhealthy habits you should try to reverse. Not Keeping Track of Your...

Have you recently been accepted to one or more colleges? Congratulations! One of the biggest things to consider when choosing a college is cost. With your acceptance letter, you should have received a letter about what financial aid you qualify for....

Are you planning a wedding? Congratulations! It’s an exciting time in any couple’s life, but can also be costly. Before you create a wedding board on Pinterest, take some time to think about a budget! First off, who’s paying? Are you covering...

Congratulations to the class of 2023! Are you headed to college this fall? If so, this blog post is for you! Today, we’re breaking down the costs associated with college that are not just tuition and room and board. Start Saving Now Did...

Summer is almost here, and that means it’s time for some fun, but that doesn’t mean you have to spend hours traveling! Here’s a great list of things you can do close to home. Explore your area like a tourist Experience things from sunup to...

Looking for a new, easy way to make a budget? Look no further than the 50/30/20 rule. This rule splits things up into three simple categories: needs, wants, and savings. Here’s what you need to know – your after-tax income will be split into...

Did you know that a home equity loan and a home equity line of credit are two different things? Sometimes the terms get used interchangeably, but they are different! A home equity loan is a lump sum that is given to the borrower at the beginning of...

Spring Cleaning Your Finances Everyone is familiar with spring cleaning – throw the windows open, clean the carpets, scrub the tile, re-caulk the bathtub. But have you ever thought about taking that same mentality to your finances? Take a look at...