Most of us have room for improvement when it comes to our financial health, regardless of income, education, or amount of debt. The end of the year and the beginning of a new one is the perfect time to take some time to reflect on your financial situation.

If 2020 taught us anything, it is to prepare for the unexpected. Taking steps to protect your financial well being now will make it easier to cope when the unthinkable happens. An illness, job loss, or natural disaster can change things on a dime. Having an emergency fund will make those tough times a bit easier to navigate.

The millennial generation is the largest generation in United States history. According to the US Census Bureau, millennials born between 1982 and 2000 now number 83.1 million and represent more than one-quarter of the nation’s population. This size exceeds that of baby boomers, which totals 75.4 million.

On Sunday, October 11, all Collins Community Credit Union ATMs will go offline for a system update from 4:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Having a savings account can get you out of a bind, like if your car suddenly stalls on the highway and it’ll be a $1,500 fix, or to help you prepare for the future, such as sending your children to college or retiring at the end of your career.

As a member-owned cooperative, the safety and financial health of our members and the communities we serve is our top priority. Due to the devastation felt across our communities from the Derecho storm on August 10, we've implemented a disaster assistance loan program effective immediately.