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Five Smart Ways To Use Your Tax Refund Money
It’s important to prioritize how you spend your tax refund money, from paying off debt to building an emergency fund and much more.
What Is a Money Market Account?
Money markets typically offer better rates than savings accounts, are great for short and long-term savers, and give you the flexibility of unlimited deposits and withdrawals.
Four Easy Ways To Maximize Your Savings In 2023
Learn about short-term savings options like a checking account that earns interest or high yield money market, to long-term savings options like certificates of deposit (CDs).
Auto Lease Buyout: How It Can Work For You
Learn what an auto lease buyout is, how it works, the benefits of it, and whether it might make sense for you to buy your vehicle lease out.
Is a Balloon Mortgage The Right Choice For Me?
Balloon mortgages offer low rates in today’s real estate market. Read what a balloon mortgage is, how it works, and whether it is the best choice for you.
What Is a Health Savings Account (HSA) & Do I Need One?
Learn how a Health Savings Account (HSA) can help you pay for certain healthcare costs, what the benefits are, who is eligible for one and how to open an HSA with Honor.
How Honor Can Help You Buy And Protect a Recreational Vehicle
Honor Credit Union has low rates and flexible financing terms that can help you buy your recreational vehicle, and be sure to check out Honor Insurance.
Your Guide To Short-Term Home Mortgage Loans
The most common term for a home loan is 30 years, but a short-term mortgage might be worth looking into depending on your circumstances.
Why It’s a Good Idea To Open A Savings Account For Your Child
Starting a savings account at an early age can help your child learn more about money management, saving for the future, and other areas of personal finance.
Why An Honor Checking Account Makes Sense
From earning interest on your balance to access to thousands of surcharge-free ATMs across the country, a free Honor checking account might be right for you.
Should You Build Or Buy a House? Consider These Things
We’ve outlined the essential pros and cons to consider before purchasing, or building your new home so you can decide what’s most important to you.
It’s Tax Time. Are You Ready To File?
We have eight tips to help you file your 2021 taxes, including what documents you need, when to file, discounts on filing, and more!
How To Break Up With Your Debt On Valentine’s Day
With Valentine’s Day upon us, let’s consider how you might be able to slim down your debt for the season of romance.
How To Make Home Improvements On a Budget
You should keep certain things in mind when considering refinancing your mortgage, refinancing an auto loan, or using your credit card to pay for home improvements.
3 Ways To Stick With Your New Year’s Resolution of Saving Money
Learn how to set a realistic savings goal, how to prioritize saving money, and how to choose the right account to build your savings throughout the year.
Get Your End-of-Year Financial Health Checkup
From an overall budget review to managing debt, our partners at GreenPath Financial Wellness will review your financial fitness and provide steps for improvement.
Helpful Tips To Avoid Fraud During The Holiday Season
Check out a few tips to help keep your debit and credit card information safe, how to avoid money transfer scams, and advice about using public Wi-Fi when shopping.
Tips For Smart Black Friday Shopping
Whether you’re planning to shop in store or online, these Black Friday shopping tips will help make sure that you get the most out of your holiday budget.
Why Curb Appeal Is Important To Your Home’s Value
If you’re considering selling your house, learn why it’s important to keep your home’s exterior clean, and maintain your yard.
What You Need To Know About Depreciation Protection Waiver
Learn what Depreciation Protection Waiver (DPW) is and how it can help you if your vehicle is totaled or stolen.
What Is SafetyNet & Who Needs It?
Learn how SafetyNet can protect you in the event of illness, injury, death, or involuntary unemployment.
5 Best Practices To Protect Yourself From Fraud
Learn what information you shouldn’t give out, how to set up card fraud alerts, how to avoid suspicious links and files, and more
4 Ways To Boost Your Credit Score
Learn how to boost your credit score by doing simple things like paying bills on time and more!
What To Know About Mechanical Breakdown Protection
With Mechanical Breakdown Protection you get 24/7 roadside assistance, rental car assistance, and much more!
5 Things To Know When Getting A Credit Card
Learn the difference between standard, secured and rewards credit cards, how interest accrues, and more.
5 Things To Consider With a Credit Card Balance Transfer
Learn how a credit card balance transfer works, what the benefits are, how to choose the right card for a balance transfer, and more!
What Is Guaranteed Asset Protection (GAP) & Who Needs It?
Learn how GAP insurance coverage can protect you from paying more than your vehicle is worth in the event of a crash or theft.
3 Ways Honor Supports Your Online Holiday Shopping
Everything about this year has been a little different, including the way we shop. While we may have already been
Why e-Statements Are a Better Option Than Paper Statements
As a member, you have the choice to receive e-Statements. They are easy to use, eco-friendly, convenient, and free! For
5 Reasons To Refinance Your Auto Loan
Learn some reasons why it might be right to refinance your auto loan, from lower interest rates, lower payments, and shorter loan terms.
Saving Money Is Effortless With It’s Your Change
Learn how you can automatically save money when you use your Honor debit card for purchases.
Touchless Payments Are Simple With Your Digital Wallet
Learn how to add your Honor cards to your smartphone, and make touchless payments at your favorite stores
Easily Manage Your Cards From The Honor App
Turn your cards on and off, and set alerts for transactions with the Card Control feature in the Honor app.
Paying Bills Is Less Stressful With Online Bill Pay
Save time, get notified if you have insufficient funds, create alerts, and create automatic payments with Online Bill Pay.
Cash A Check Anywhere With Mobile Check Deposit
Cash a check anywhere, anytime using the Honor mobile app. Enrolling and using it is free.
Creating A Plan For Student Loans & Credit Card Debt
By Ashley Bublick | Honor CU When I graduated from college, I thought I was on top of the world.
See How People Spend Their Tax Refund Money
We’ve reached the time of year when taxpayers cross their fingers and hope for a nice tax return as they
5 Things To Know About My Virtual StrongBox
My Virtual StrongBox is a free cloud-based service offered to members to securely store and share files that can be accessed in online banking.
Logging In To The Honor App Is As Easy As Smiling
Learn how biometric authentication like your fingerprint, voice, or facial recognition lets you easily access your account on the Honor app.
Members Can Securely Send Money To Anyone For Free
You can quickly and securely send money to anyone for free using the Honor mobile app.
How To Get Your Budget Back On Track After The Holidays
A few simple tips to stop racking up more credit card debt, and to stop making impulse purchases on Amazon and other online retailers.
4 Tips To Make Last Minute Christmas Shopping Easier
By Halee Niemi | Honor CU Have you ever promised yourself that you would start shopping early, and not wait
4 Ways To Build An Emergency Fund For Your Business
Let’s face it, life just happens sometimes. And it’s no different for business owners. Whether it’s unexpected maintenance costs from
5 Easy Tips About Starting A Business
Starting a business can be stressful. How do you take the vision you sketched out on a notepad and put
Nine Ways To Protect Personal Information & Passwords
Protect your online accounts and your personal information in the digital world with these nine tips from Honor.
3 Easy Ways To Cut Business Costs
We know business owners care about their bottom line. Managing outgoing invoices and incoming expenses can be a headache and
Six Ways To Secure Your Email & Online Profiles
Stay safe on the internet by protecting your personal information and locking down your email and online profiles with these six tips.
When Is The Best Time To Buy A Car?
It’s a great feeling when you are handed the keys to your new vehicle. You’ve saved money, done your research,
How Much Do You Need For A Car Down Payment?
If you’re in the market to buy a new or used car, you’re probably doing your homework, reading reviews and
How Does A Missed Payment Affect Your Credit Score?
Have you been late making a credit card payment, or missed a payment all together? Don’t panic. While your credit
How Gift Funds Can Help You Buy a House
A gift fund can help with the financial burdens that come with buying a house, but there are some important things to know.
5 Tips About Using Credit & Debit Cards When Traveling
If you’re planning to travel for work or vacation, there are a few things to know about using your Honor
3 Things To Know About Buying Foreign Currency
One of the many great things about traveling abroad is you gain new, cultural experiences and can turn off your
What Is Credit And Why Do You Need It?
Learn about the different types of credit, how paying bills can improve credit, and how your credit score affects your daily life.
VIDEO: What Is Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI)?
Learn what Private Mortgage Insurance (PMI) is, and why some buyers are required to have it and others aren’t.
Save Time, Do Your Banking Online
We love seeing your faces, but we also know that sometimes life gets in the way, and it’s hard to
How To Reach Your Savings Goals With Confidence
The thought of retirement or an unplanned emergency is enough to overwhelm just about anyone. According to an America Saves
How To Balance A Budget Fresh Out Of College
Congratulations! The exams are over, you’ve received your college diploma, and have landed your first “real” job to begin your
4 Tips to Save Money On Home Improvement Projects
Are you running out of space in your home? Don’t spend your time looking for a new one. Instead of
9 Tips Specifically For First-Time Home Buyers
Maybe you finally landed the job that allows you to have new financial freedom. Maybe you had to move and
What Is A Home Equity Loan And How Can You Use It?
How does a remodeled bathroom sound? A new kitchen complete with all stainless steel appliances? A first-class wedding reception? A
