kknope@cuna.com (Kevin Knope) http://hffo.cuna.org/13492/front/13492/html Welcome to your one-stop financial planning center Copyright 2006 Credit Union National Association en-us 2009-07-04 http://hffo.cuna.org/13492/article/2742/html Credit is getting a bad rap in this recession. The truth is, credit is a powerful tool—and most of us need it. Copyright 2007 Credit Union National Association Feature 2009-07-01 http://hffo.cuna.org/13492/article/2742/html http://hffo.cuna.org/13492/article/2676/html Even in today's economic environment you still can find some great travel bargains. Copyright 2007 Credit Union National Association Feature 2009-06-29 http://hffo.cuna.org/13492/article/2676/html http://hffo.cuna.org/13492/article/2677/html No matter what type of vehicle you drive, how well you maintain it, will help keep it running longer. Copyright 2007 Credit Union National Association Feature 2009-06-22 http://hffo.cuna.org/13492/article/2677/html http://hffo.cuna.org/13492/article/2723/html The next wave of financial distress is an expected tsunami of credit card debt. You can wipe out your debt burden—or it can wipe you out. Copyright 2007 Credit Union National Association Feature 2009-06-08 http://hffo.cuna.org/13492/article/2723/html http://hffo.cuna.org/13492/article/2746/html Don't let your guard down. Even though Bernard Madoff received a 150-year sentence for a massive Ponzi scheme that bilked investors out of billions of dollars, other investment fraudsters are on the prowl. Look for warning signs to avoid being caught in a similar scheme. Copyright 2007 Credit Union National Association News 2009-07-02 http://hffo.cuna.org/13492/article/2746/html http://hffo.cuna.org/13492/article/2745/html This Sunday's H&FF Radio show is all about home improvement--from hiring pest control professionals and home improvement contractors, to getting a home inspection and slashing home energy consumption. Copyright 2007 Credit Union National Association News 2009-07-01 http://hffo.cuna.org/13492/article/2745/html http://hffo.cuna.org/13492/article/2743/html There's good news on the student loan front, but the new income-based repayment option isn't the be-all-end-all for all college graduate. Copyright 2007 Credit Union National Association News 2009-06-30 http://hffo.cuna.org/13492/article/2743/html http://hffo.cuna.org/13492/audio/2269/html Don't throw away free money! Susan Tiffany, director of personal finance for adults, Credit Union National Association, explains why it's so important to contribute the maximum amount to your 401(k) that your employer will match. Copyright 2007 Credit Union National Association Audio 2009-03-30 http://hffo.cuna.org/13492/audio/2269/html http://hffo.cuna.org/13492/turningpoint/2681/html Whether it's $10,000 or $10 million, receiving sudden wealth raises questions. The more money you get, the more questions you'll have. Copyright 2007 Credit Union National Association Turningpoint 2009-05-03 http://hffo.cuna.org/13492/turningpoint/2681/html http://hffo.cuna.org/13492/video/2625/html Talking with your children about money management can help them take smart financial steps as they enter young adulthood. Copyright 2007 Credit Union National Association Video 2009-06-15 http://hffo.cuna.org/13492/video/2625/html http://hffo.cuna.org/13492/article/2738/html The driver behind foreclosures has changed, from subprime mortgages to unemployment. Copyright 2007 Credit Union National Association Feature 2009-07-13 http://hffo.cuna.org/13492/article/2738/html