Now is a great time to enjoy an affordable vacation from the comfort of your very own RV. Here are a few tips for purchasing an RV and planning your adventure on the road! Decide Between a New and Used RV When investing in a recreational vehicle, it’s important to weigh the pros and cons […]
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Refinancing can be beneficial if everything lines up in your favor. What can you get out of it? The list is long and exciting for someone stuck with loan payments that they aren’t happy with. Lower Interest Rate One of the most powerful outcomes of refinancing a loan is a lower interest rate. Whether your […]
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When speaking of retirement, the general rule of thumb is to start early. For Millennials and Gen Zers alike, the idea of saving for anything other than a new apartment or a future that is debt-free may seem absurd, but the benefits of growing a hefty retirement savings over time are unmatched. With the tax-deferred […]
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So you’ve decided to seek out a trustworthy institution to handle all of your financial needs. Congrats! The road to better organization of how you save, spend, and borrow is on the horizon. But with various banks and credit unions in your area offering an array of benefits and perks, it may be difficult to […]
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The IRS will begin issuing Economic Impact Payments on April 15th and the number of scams and fraud is already on the rise. We urge our members to be on the lookout for fraudulent calls and e-mail phishing attempts related to economic impact payments and COVID-19. The IRS and Discovery FCU will not call, e-mail […]
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Please note this blog article was published on April 14, 2020 and is not relative to the new Stimulus Payments in 2021. Click here for information regarding the Stimulus Payments that started being distributed in January 2021. The IRS’s website is the best resource for receiving the most up-to-date information regarding Economic Impact Payments. Based […]
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When it comes to spring cleaning, the first step is evaluating what needs to be tidied up. With finances, it’s important to assess the possible “mess” you may have made with your debt. Just like you break out that rarely-used broom for spring cleaning, paying off debt means it’s time to revisit that budget you […]
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As our member, you’re a part of a not-for-profit financial cooperative, and, like more than 120 million members nationwide, you’ll discover the credit union difference. This puts you in excellent company! Credit unions are experiencing growth across the U.S., in assets, loans, capital, and members – with service satisfaction ratings higher than other financial institutions. […]
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At Discovery, we care about you and want to protect you and your loved ones’ financial well-being. If you have older parents or grandparents, please share this information with them on senior scams. It’s provided courtesy of the National Council On Aging (NCOA, www.ncoa.org). Funeral & Cemetery Scams In one approach, scammers read obituaries and […]
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The best way to keep your identity and data safe is prevention – this is especially pertinent at tax time, year-end, or during a major life event. Your best bet is to stay proactive and be diligent with your info. Some sensible tips: Avoid public Wi-Fi, and never access personal data if you do use […]
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