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Bull Markets vs. Bear Markets: What You Should Know

December 1, 2023 | by Jean Chatsky, HerMoney

The investing world is full of complex terminology, and some of it can be intimidating for those of us who are new to the stock market world. For example, you may have been warned that a “bear...

Financial Education, HerMoney

How To Handle Market Volatility

December 1, 2023 | by Jean Chatsky, HerMoney

If you're relatively new to the investing world, you may have heard of market volatility, but you may not have experienced it firsthand. After all, the markets have been incredibly calm — and...

Financial Education, HerMoney

The Best Recession Moves to Make with Your Money

December 1, 2023 | by Jean Chatsky, HerMoney

Is a recession coming soon? It’s a question that many people have been asking lately, but on which there’s no solid consensus. One survey of economists has them projecting a 59% likelihood of a...

Financial Education, HerMoney

The Best End-Of-Year Money Moves To Make

December 1, 2023 | by Jean Chatsky, HerMoney

As 2023 draws to a close, it’s time to get our financial lives in order for the New Year so we can kick-start 2024 with as little financial stress as possible — and set some money goals for ourselves...

Financial Education, HerMoney

Elevate Your Financial Well-being: Mastering Good Credit

November 28, 2023 | by Members Choice Credit Union

Whether you're looking to save on insurance, snag lower credit card rates, or simply want more housing options, understanding your credit score is the first step towards achieving your financial...

Financial Education, Credit Score, Financial Goals

The Ins And Outs Of Giving A Gift Of Money (It’s Trickier Than It Seems)

November 2, 2023 | by Jean Chatsky, HerMoney

While exchanging presents at the holidays or gift cards on birthdays is always special, sometimes people have the ability to give more, in the form of a monetary gift. Not a $20 tucked in a birthday...

Charitable Giving, HerMoney

How To Donate Your Unwanted Items

November 2, 2023 | by Jean Chatsky, HerMoney

When we think of giving to charity, our minds may immediately go to monetary donations — 56% of Americans donated to a charitable organization in 2021, giving an average of $547. We can also give our...

Charitable Giving, HerMoney

Save On Taxes By “Batching” Your Charitable Donations

November 2, 2023 | by Jean Chatsky, HerMoney

You hear the word batch and you think — yep — cookies.  At least we do.  But, there’s another application of the word you should know.  Why?  Because it can save you money on your taxes.

Charitable Giving, HerMoney

How to Choose a Reputable Charity

November 2, 2023 | by Jean Chatsky, HerMoney

If you’re fortunate enough to have more than you need, it’s always nice to give back. But where? So many charities could do amazing things with your money — the challenge is determining where your...

Charitable Giving, HerMoney

Members Choice Credit Union Unveils Mortgage Payment Giveaway, Offering Members the Chance to Win $3,000 Toward the Dream of Home Ownership

October 11, 2023 | by Members Choice Credit Union

Houston, Texas (Oct. 10, 2023) – To make the dream of home ownership more accessible and stress-free for its members, Members Choice Mortgage, a brand of Members Choice Credit Union (MCCU), has...

MCCU News, Charitable Giving
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