What is a deposit account? A deposit account is simply an account where you can safely store money. In this deposit account guide, we’ll look at various forms of deposit accounts, how to use them, and how they can help you reach your financial goals. First, here’s a glossary of terms associated with deposit accounts: Annual Percentage Yield (APY): The … Read On
Grow Your Child’s Future with Trailhead’s Easy Saver Certificate. As parents, ensuring a bright future for our children is our top priority. One crucial aspect of preparing them for success is teaching them financial responsibility from a young age. At Trailhead Credit Union, we understand the importance of starting early when it comes to financial education and planning. The Easy … Read On
Open a Coverdell Education Savings Account. College can be expensive, and planning for your child’s education early is a smart financial move. Coverdell Education Savings Accounts (ESAs) are a great way to save for future education costs while enjoying tax benefits. Here at Trailhead Credit Union, we understand the importance of education savings, and we’re happy to offer Coverdell ESAs … Read On
Is the skyrocketing cost of everything from food to fuel making you stress? Don’t panic – pivot! Inflation erodes the value of money over time, which means your purchasing power is reduced. You see the effects of inflation when you buy groceries for your family, gas up your car, or buy a big-box item like a new washer and dryer. … Read On
Trailheadcu.org is newly updated with a refreshed look and clean, easy-to-navigate content. The site has updated technology, a refreshed design, and improved navigation to ensure that users can easily find what they are looking for. The fresh new look you see on our website will also be expanding to other areas of Trailhead. Digital banking (our mobile app and online … Read On
Life happens. Pipes burst, cars get rear-ended, or unexpected medical bills appear. An emergency fund can help keep you on track financially, even when life takes an unexpected turn. In practice, saving money—no matter what you’re saving for—can be challenging. A recent NerdWallet survey found that although 9 in 10 Americans have a regular saving habit, 45% of Americans could … Read On
Trailhead has been alerted that some members have received phishing texts and phone calls requesting sensitive banking information. We want to emphasize that Trailhead Credit Union will never contact you to ask for your personal or banking information via text message, email, or phone call. Your security is our top priority, and we are committed to ensuring the safety of … Read On
Add your Trailhead debit and credit cards to Apple Pay, Google Pay, or Samsung Pay. Mobile wallets are the new way to pay. They’re secure, convenient, and easy to use. With a mobile wallet, you can securely store a digital version of your Trailhead debit and credit card on your compatible smartphone, tablet, or wearable device. Then make payments with … Read On
The leaves are changing, the pumpkin spice lattes are flowing, and the Halloween movie marathons are in full swing. With summer behind and the major winter holidays around the corner, fall is the perfect moment to take a breath, sit down with your finances, and give your budget a once over. Why Budget This Fall? Budgeting is essential to do … Read On
Set up account alerts Digital banking allows you to set up ‘Account Alerts’ for events that happen on the account level, such as your checking, savings, or credit card. You can set up alerts to be sent via email or text message when your balance dips below a specified dollar amount or if a withdraw or deposit is made over … Read On
