On October 21, 2021, Members Choice Credit Union will join over 56,000 credit unions worldwide to celebrate International Credit Union (ICU) Day. The theme of ICU Day 2021 is “Building financial health for a brighter tomorrow.”
ICU Day highlights the many ways that credit unions across the world help members improve their financial health and well-being. To celebrate Members Choice, will be rolling out the red carpet for their new and improved Financial Counseling Program. The credit union will be providing light refreshments throughout the day, along with informational sessions about their financial counseling program.
If you have an active personal savings or checking account, you’re likely carrying around a debit card everywhere you go. Users already know how convenient it is to own one, as it allows payments directly from their accounts without using a checkbook.
Read MoreThere’s lots of talk in the world of personal finance about managing a savings account best. You might read up on financial experts who recommend keeping three to six months’ worth of living expenses in your savings account. Maybe you’ve seen a tip about socking away enough money to cover more substantial costs. Either way, there’s lots of discussion about the ideal amount of money to keep in a savings account.
But what about our checking accounts in Ashland, KY? Most of us use these accounts daily. Every swipe of a debit card, every bill we pay, and every personal check we write takes money out of our checking account.
How much money should we be keeping in these super-convenient accounts? Let’s find out.
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