Chief Financial Mom

The Chief Financial Mom, Dr. Carlson, knows that life as a mom can be super-busy….

4 Back-to-School Apps for Parents and Students

The new school year is starting soon! Whether your kids are getting ready for another…

Guide to Using Your Credit Cards Responsibly

Q: I’d love to improve my credit score, but I can’t get ahead of my…

Fifteen Tricks to Sell Your Home Quickly

Summer is in the air! And aside for the hum of lawnmowers and the chime…

How to Turn Your Backyard into an Oasis

Most of us have spent lots of time at home this spring, and it looks…

COVID-19 is Causing a Coin Shortage

The COVID-19 Global pandemic caused an initial panic leaving store shelves empty of face masks…

4 Steps to Choosing and Securing Job References

As you work on perfecting your resume and portfolio for the best shot at landing…

Beware of Back-to-School Scams

Back-to-school season means a flurry of shopping — and a flurry of back-to-school scams. Scammers…

My Savings Has Been Wiped Clean; How Can I Replenish It?

Q: The last few months have been tough on my finances, and I’ve been forced…

How to Travel Safely this Summer

Summer is here, and many Americans are itching for a vacation. But is it possible…

Why You Should Be A Member At Focus Federal Credit Union

Focus Federal Credit Union is a non-profit organization. This designation means we get to prioritize…

Snowball Method vs. Avalanche Method

Debt is the ultimate killjoy. It can destroy a budget, make long-term financial planning impossible,…

Do Credit Unions Give Loans?

When it comes to borrowing money from a financial institution, traditional banks are the typical…

IRA’s and Recent Changes

Q: I’m ready to start saving for my retirement, but the choices are so confusing!…

Your Child’s First Savings Account

There’s no better way to help a child learn the value of saving money than…

3 Tips to Finding Your First College Job

When you think college job, you might think of burger-flipping and dorky uniforms. But the…

Student Loan Changes During COVID-19

With unemployment levels rising and many employers cutting work hours, lots of college grads are…

Going Cashless: What You Need to Know

As our world grows increasingly digitized, more and more consumers are banishing the cash and…

Travel Planning Apps

With summer beckoning, you can’t ignore the call of the open road, and the foaming…

The Best Fresh Start Checking

Lots of banks don’t offer a second chance to course-correct their spending habits. Use the…

Changes to the PPP

Small businesses struggling to remain afloat during the economic upheaval caused by the coronavirus pandemic…

Why Use a Credit Union?

You see several big banks, regional banks, and community banks, yet one or two credit…

Am I Really Ready to Buy a House?

Q: I’ve saved a down payment, narrowed my choices of neighborhoods, and drawn up a…

Is it a Good Idea to Open a HELOC Now?

If you’re looking for a large sum of money to use for a home improvement…

8 Side Hustles Anyone Can Do

Who wouldn’t love some extra pocket money? Some freelance jobs don’t require any experience and…

Online Bill Pay- Automate Your Payments!

What is Bill Pay? Bill Pay is an automated bill payment system, usually through your…

7 Apps to Download this Summer

Apps To Download This Summer Summer 2020 will be different from any other.  We’ll be…

Should I Buy A House During A Pandemic?

Q: I’ve been planning to buy my first home this spring, and I’ve spent years…

Stimulus Prepaid Debit Card

Four million Americans are receiving their Economic Impact Payment in the form of a stimulus…

The Best Personal Loans in Oklahoma City

Search online for the best personal loans in OKC and you will get hundreds of…

Investment Apps Like Acorns

What are Investment Apps? In the times way back before credit and debit point of…

Ways to Celebrate Memorial Day Weekend During the Coronavirus

Most years, Memorial Day Weekend is the unofficial kickoff to summer. Americans salute and honor…

Can Job Loss Be An Opportunity for Growth?

Q: I’ve been laid off from my job, and I’m struggling with my next step….

What Is A Fresh Start Car Loan?

Putting it plainly a fresh start car loan lets you purchase or refinance your vehicle…

Where is my Stimulus Check?

Q: Everyone I talk to seems to have already gotten their stimulus money, but I’m…

How To Recognize And Protect Yourself From Scams

Scammers are always trying to con victims out of their information and money. They are,…

Should I Refinance My Home Mortgage?

Q: Many of my friends have refinanced their mortgage recently, and they’re urging me to do…

How Should I Spend My Stimulus Check?

The stimulus checks promised in the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act are starting…

Don’t Let Scammers Get Your Stimulus Check!

Millions of Americans have received or are awaiting a gift from Uncle Sam to help…

Finding a Signature Loan in Oklahoma City

Looking for a loan that’s easy to obtain with few limitations? A signature loan in…

Your Complete Glossary of Financial Terms Related to COVID-19

Some of the financial terms flying around in the wake of the recently approved Coronavirus…

Paycheck Protection Program

The Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) is an important part of the historic Coronavirus Aid, Relief…

Beware of COVID-19 Cure Scams

As the coronavirus pandemic continues to sweep across the planet, the race to find a…

Video Conferencing Apps: Zoom vs. Skype vs. Google Hangouts

It’s where everything happens these days. Birthday parties. Corporate meetings. Coffee dates. Happy hour with…

How to Plan Your Holiday Spending

The Holidays are right around the corner and a chill is finally in the air….

Just Starting Out? Let’s Talk Finances

Talking about finances with your children can seem daunting. However, if you have a teen…

Tips for Starting School on a Budget

Starting school can be a huge drain on your budget and expenses continue to rise…

Vacation on a Budget

5 Budget-Friendly Vacation Ideas Here we are again, it’s summer time and we have beaches…

Being Prepared for Tornado Season

As Oklahomans, we know tornado season well.  We’re all familiar with the inevitable gathering around…

Raise your credit score-let us help!

Don’t let your credit score keep you from having the life you want. Sometimes life…

Make your car buying experience better!

Everyone loves that new car smell, but is it worth all the hassle? With technology,…

Living within your means and “trimming the fat”

Are you constantly looking for ways to trim the fat on your finances and have…

Out of Sight, Out of Mind – How to Build your Savings Fast!

We’ve all heard the saying, Out of Sight, Out of Mind, but can it be…