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Are You Taking Advantage of Benefits Plus?
Apr 30, 2021 | Our Products
In addition to the many benefits of being a member at United Financial, you can also apply for membership at Benefits Plus. Benefits Plus is a great program for saving you money. What is Benefits Plus? Benefits Plus is a rewards program for...
Tips for Budgeting
Apr 12, 2021 | Financial Tip, Our Products
Budgeting doesn’t have to mean cutting out all the fun things from your life. On the contrary, it means understanding how much money is going in vs. going out so that you can account and save for all the exciting things you want to do. If you’re looking to get...
Why You Should Switch to E-Statements
Apr 9, 2021 | Financial Tip, Our Products
Are you overwhelmed by the amount of mail you receive every month? Cut down on your paper clutter by switching to our e-statements! Here are a few reasons to sign up. Immediate Availability - Stop waiting for your monthly statements to show up in the mail....
Financial Literacy for Kids
Apr 7, 2021 | Financial Tip
Practical money management skills learned at an early age can have a lasting impact on the rest of your child’s life. Here are some great ways to teach your kids about money.
When You Can’t Afford Your Minimum Payments
Mar 22, 2021 | Financial Tip
If you’ve found yourself unable to make minimum payments, you have options to help improve your situation.
New Office in Bay City Now Open
Mar 17, 2021 | Press Release
We’re excited to announce that our new Bay City Office is open! Now our members have even more convenient locations when it comes to banking with United Financial. You can find our new office at 6354 Westside Saginaw Road {M-84} at the corner of 3 Mile Road and...
Stock Market 101
Mar 17, 2021 | Financial Tip, Retirement, Saving
The stock market is always in the news. For some people, it’s a way of life. For others, the stock market is so surrounded in mystery that it’s best to avoid all together. How the stock market works and why it fluctuates is an important piece of financial...
What To Do With Your Stimulus Check
Mar 16, 2021 | Financial Tip
Whether you’ve already received your payment or are still waiting, here are a few ways to utilize your payment.
Completing a Tax Return
Mar 15, 2021 | Financial Tip
Your tax return tests you much like a standardized test, but it doesn’t have to be as complicated as it seems.
Buying a House
Mar 3, 2021 | Financial Tip, Mortgage
Ready to buy a new home? Start by defining your goals. Consider where you want to live, the features you’re looking for, what you can afford, and a realistic date for having the money you’ll need. Then apply your knowledge to making this key decision.
How to Track and Prioritize Spending
Feb 22, 2021 | Financial Tip
Making and spending money is a part of everyday financial life. Managing your money successfully relies on figuring out your income and expenses. This boils down to how much money you have coming in, and how you’re spending the money you have. Using those two...
How A Balance Transfer Loan Benefits Your Debt Management
Feb 17, 2021 | Budgeting, Uncategorized
Debt can appear out of nowhere: unexpected car failures, medical expenses, pet emergencies. These unforeseen circumstances can take you from in control to drowning in debt in the blink of an eye. If you’re feeling overwhelmed by debt and wondering how to keep...