When you picture your retirement, what does it look like to you? Do you see yourself exploring ancient ruins or colonial cities? What about taking surfing lessons on a tropical beach? For a growing number of professionals, retirement isn’t a far-off dream — it’s...
Comfort Foods on a Budget
When you’re feeling under the weather or just having a bad day, comfort food might be just what you need. Exactly what is comfort food? In general terms, it’s things you eat that wrap you up in the warm hug you need. For most people, comfort food – often homecooked -...
Amazon, Meta, Twitter. Layoffs, Hiring Freezes, and Big Changes
"Recession fears, rising interest rates, and a shift back toward a pre-pandemic lifestyle have bludgeoned the industry" In March 2020, the tech industry was booming. Large and small tech companies both had a great need for more employees to high demand. Now in...
Unique Traditions in Pennsylvania for the Whole Family
Founded by William Penn in 1682, Pennsylvania boasts a diverse and lengthy history, studded with the influence of many cultures. With the fifth largest population in the United States and 67 counties that span a wide array of topographies and communities, Pennsylvania...
Do You Qualify For The Student Loan Relief?
President Joe Biden.Credit to Gage Skidmore at https://www.flickr.com/photos/gageskidmore/48605381202 According to "The Biden-Harris Administration's Student Debt Relief Plan Explained" to be eligible for President Joe Biden's student loan relief, borrower's income...
How to Make Money in College
*Editor’s note: Thisyear-long series about financial literacy is sponsored by PSECU. July 18, 2022 News flash: College is expensive. Even an in-state student at a public university will pay a pretty penny to earn an undergraduate degree. Student loans are one way to...
Best Free Places to Take Pictures in Pennsylvania
*Editor’s note: This year-long series about financial literacy is sponsored by PSECU.July 27, 2022 Are you looking to get updated family photos? Planning the perfect spot for wedding portraits? Or looking for a unique location for senior photos? No matter the...
5 Reasons You Should Join Your Alumni Association
*Editor’s note: Thisyear-long series about financial literacy is sponsored by PSECU. April 29, 2022 The reminders come every few months, telling you about an upcoming meeting of your alumni association. You admittedly have never gone to one of these meetings, but...
Getting Paid, Now What? Financial Advice for Your First Professional Job
*Editor’s note: Thisyear-long series about financial literacy is sponsored by PSECU. July 04, 2022 Congrats on your first professional job! A milestone in anyone’s life, getting your first “real” job means you’re not just gearing up for more professional...
A Dark Money Mystery
Next in line to lead the state Senate, Jake Corman helped raise cash for a nonprofit whose donors — and agenda — are largely a secret. AUGUST 20, 2020 by ANGELA COULOUMBIS, BRAD BUMSTED, AND SAM JANESCH SPOTLIGHT PA & THE CAUCUS Photo by CHRISTINE...
Foods Cheaper to Grow Than Buy
*Credit PSECU *Editor’s note: This year-long series about financial literacy is sponsored by PSECU. July 08, 2022 Have you recently dug into gardening? Or are you thinking about getting started? There are many benefits to this hobby, such as spending time...
Get Ready for Spring and Summer, Inside and Out
*Editor’s note: This year-long series about financial literacy is sponsored by PSECU. Especially in the northeast, Old Man Winter can really take its toll on your home. Now’s the time to run through our checklist so your home and surrounding spaces are ready for...
Five Budget-Friendly Spring Planting Tips
*Editor’s note: This year-long series about financial literacy is sponsored by PSECU. As the chill of winter fades away, you may find yourself thinking about warmer days and future garden plans. We’ve compiled a list of budget-friendly spring planting tips so you can...
4 Tricks for Getting a Head Start on Your New Year’s Resolutions
*Editor’s note: This year-long series about financial literacy is sponsored by PSECU. As the year ends, you may be thinking about what you’d like to accomplish after the calendar turns to January. While it can be tempting to wait until the new year to start...
5 Ways to Keep Your Information Safe on Social Media
*Editor's note: This year-long series about financial literacy is sponsored by PSECU. Social media is a great tool that allows you to stay in touch with family and friends, as well as engage with online communities that are relevant to you – whether personal or...
Different Types of Student Loans
*Editor’s note: This year-long series about financial literacy is sponsored by PSECU. The majority of people who go to college borrow money to help pay for school. While many types of debt can help students pay for school, such as credit cards, personal loans and home...
Summer Energy Saving Tips
*Editor’s note: This year-long series about financial literacy is sponsored by PSECU. Turning up your air conditioner may seem like an easy solution for beating the heat in the summer months, but your energy expenses can add up quickly if you depend on your thermostat...
Financial Tips for Your 20s
*Editor's note: This year-long series about financial literacy is sponsored by PSECU. Your 20s are an exciting time. You’ve recently entered the workforce. You may be engaged or welcoming your first child, and you likely have long-term goals you’ve started working...
Six Ways to Save on Driving
Editor’s note: This year-long series about financial literacy is sponsored by PSECU. When you buy a new (or new-to-you) car, you’re committing to more than just the monthly payments you’ve taken on. In addition to your car loan, you’ll need to manage expenses like...
Seven things every college student should do this summer
*Editor’s note: This year-long series about financial literacy is sponsored by PSECU. The moment you complete your final exams at college, you may feel tempted to take the summer off from learning, planning or doing anything remotely structured. But instead of hanging...
Five Benefits of PSECU Membership for College Students Now and After Graduation
*Editor’s note: This year-long series about financial literacy is sponsored by PSECU. From balancing a heavy course load to planning for life after graduation, you have a lot on your mind as a college student. And while we can’t take away the late nights of...
Bank Green with Us for Sustainability and Convenience
*Editor’s note: This year-long series about financial literacy is sponsored by PSECU. We’re proud of our digital-first model. Our suite of digital banking tools and services allows members to securely manage their money anytime, anywhere. And, while...
Navigating the Financial Impacts of COVID-19 as a College Student
*Editor’s note: This year-long series about financial literacy is sponsored by PSECU. If you’re a college student, you’ve likely felt some large effects of this ongoing global crisis. Your campus has closed, you’ve transitioned to online classes, and large events,...
Should You Take an Unpaid Internship?
*Editor’s note: This year-long series about financial literacy is sponsored by PSECU. If your degree program requires an internship and you’re hoping for compensation, you’ll have to compete for a paid position. Unpaid opportunities are more plentiful, but there...
Pennsylvania’s Largest Credit Union Launches Technology-Based Campus Ambassador Initiative with Partner SocialLadder
*Editor's note: This year-long series about financial literacy is sponsored by PSECU. Harrisburg and Philadelphia, Pa. — Pennsylvania’s anytime, anywhere digital credit union, PSECU, has long utilized the power of peer-to-peer interactions and word-of-mouth...