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Keep the Change

Posted on February 8, 2018 by Connex Credit Union — 1 Comment

Keep the Change, Ya Filthy Animal! One of the easiest ways to save money is to keep any change you find every day in a jar or piggy bank. By doing this, I personally gathered about $45 between June 2017…

Tagged with: coin cashing, money, money saving tips, money tips, save money, saving, saving money
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How to Be a Super Saver: ConneXfactor 2017

Posted on May 4, 2017 by Connex Credit Union — Leave a comment

For six months, Connex Credit Union will be working closely with five participants to see who can become the most fiscally fit to win a $3,000 grand prize. Each participant has been paired with a Connex Financial Advocate who will offer…

Tagged with: Advocacy, connexfactor, insurance, money saving tips, Nina, saving money, Uber
Posted in ConneXfactor 2017, Contests and Promotions, Money Saving Tips

Ten Things to do on your Spring Break Staycation

Posted on March 15, 2017 by Connex Credit Union — Leave a comment

Spring break doesn’t always have to mean boarding a plane to a warm vacation spot. Sometimes the best vacation can be spent at home catching up with friends and family, and doing things you wouldn’t normally have time to do…

Tagged with: activities, Budget, college students, money saving tips, money tips
Posted in College, Money Saving Tips, vp of unbanking

The 10 BEST Valentine’s Day Gifts for Under $25

Posted on February 13, 2017 by Connex Credit Union — Leave a comment

Finding the perfect Valentine’s Day gift can be challenging, but it can be even more daunting when you’re on a budget. We have a list of 10 great gifts you can get for under $25. They’re all thoughtful ways to…

Tagged with: Budget, DIY, gifts, love, money saving tips, valentine's day
Posted in Money Saving Tips, vp of unbanking

What You Need to Know to Save Money in College

Posted on August 21, 2015 by Connex Credit Union — Leave a comment

I know what you’re thinking- “The summer’s over already?” Yes. It’s that time of year again – new and returning college students are making their way to campus. Whether you live on campus or commute, you might have run into…

Tagged with: college, frugal, money, money saving tips, saving money, textbooks
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Unconventional Ways People Have Spent Their Tax Refund

Posted on May 13, 2015 by Connex Credit Union — Leave a comment

Time to wipe some sweat off your brow. April 15th has passed and you finished filing your income taxes. You might have received a hefty tax refund. With a large sum of money now available for you to use, you…

Tagged with: Advocacy, finance, financial advice, money saving tips, saving, Tax Forms, tax refund, Tax Season
Posted in Money Saving Tips, Taxes

Get Financially Fit With ConneXfactor

Posted on March 20, 2015 by Connex Credit Union — Leave a comment

Win Extra Cash, Get Financially Smarter! Picture this. You’re coming home from work or school and your car starts acting up. You haven’t taken it to a mechanic in a while, you start to think. The car locks up and…