At United Financial, we are all about providing our members with services that make your life easier! That’s why we’re now offering instant issue debit cards at many of our branches. Losing your debit card is a hassle, but waiting days for a new card is even...
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Reward Checking: Stretch Your Dollar Farther This Holiday
Nov 20, 2019 | Our Products
As we head into the holiday season, United Financial is here to reward you when you shop for others. We know you work hard for your money so you can have a great holiday and we want to help stretch your holiday budget as far as possible. That’s why we offer UFirst...
Celebrate No Spend November!
Nov 4, 2019 | Financial Tip, Saving
BY: GREENPATH FINANCIAL WELLNESS ( GreenPath is a service offered to United Financial Members) November brings longer nights, shorter days and a time to reflect on all that we are grateful for. It’s also the perfect time to shift our mindset about money and...
Looking to Improve Your Credit Score? Follow These 7 Tips
Oct 28, 2019 | Financial Tip
Would you like to have a higher credit score? Who wouldn’t? A strong credit score means more access to loans and credit opportunities, plus better interest fees and terms. Whether your credit is good or you’ve had some setbacks, taking actions to improve your score is...
New Baby? Follow These Financial Tips!
Sep 24, 2019 | Financial Tip
A new baby brings plenty of automatic changes to your household, but one shift you’ll need to make for yourself are the adjustments to your finances. Here are some tips for new parents to set up your family for financial success. Health & Life Insurance...
Why College Students Are Choosing Credit Unions Over Banks
Sep 23, 2019 | General
As a college student, there are a lot of choices you need to make as you plan for your future. One of the easiest decisions to make is starting your financial life off right by choosing a credit union for all your banking needs. Not-For-Profit Unlike credit unions,...
Three Ways to Save When Buying Your Next Car
Sep 16, 2019 | Financial Tip
GET PRE-APPROVED: While shopping for your next vehicle, it’s important to know how much you can afford. Talk to us and get -approved for a loan based on the payment you can afford. Once pre-approved, you will know how much money you have to shop for a vehicle. GET...
New United Financial Credit Union location coming to Bay County Fall 2020
Sep 12, 2019 | Press Release
United Financial Credit Union will be adding a new location in Bay County in the fall of 2020. Their new location will be located at 6354 Westside Saginaw Road {M-84} at the corner of 3 Mile Road and Westside Saginaw Road in Frankenlust Township. The Credit Union...
How a Health Savings Account (HSA) Can Benefit You
Aug 23, 2019 | Financial Tip, Our Products
The cost of healthcare and insurance can be quite high. If you also have a high deductible plan, it may make sense to open up a Health Savings Account (HSA). HSAs are like a personal savings account, but they can only be used for certain healthcare expenses. If an HSA...
How to Stay Ahead of Your Student Loan Interest
Aug 14, 2019 | Financial Tip, Our Products
Paying back your student loans can seem daunting, but there are plenty of methods you can employ to pay them off faster and get out of debt. Apply for Deferment or Forbearance If You’re Experiencing a Hardship You can temporarily delay payment on your federal...
Off to College? Take United Financial With You!
Jul 22, 2019 | Financial Tip
Starting college can be hectic enough with moving, meeting roommates, navigating campus, and learning new subjects. Don’t over-complicate your life by setting up a second bank account. At United Financial, we can still serve your banking needs while you’re away from...
What is Venmo? Is it Safe to Use?
Jul 22, 2019 | Financial Tip
There are so many ways to send money these days. One of the more popular routes is with the popular new mobile app called Venmo. According to their site, Venmo is “a digital wallet that lets you make and share payments with friends. You can easily split the bill, cab...