In response to the growing trend of teaching financial education to children, Maine State CU is excited to announce the launch of its innovative new…

This edition of the Financial Literacy Blog explains how to check your credit report and why checking your report is one way to prevent identity theft.…

There’s only one full week left until the launch of Credit Union Youth Month! Does your credit union have a plan to promote this year’s…

Here at the Maine Credit Union League, we love spring and that season is just around the corner! This time of year is particularly busy…

Understanding credit is essential to navigating personal finances and establishing independence. This edition of the Financial Literacy Blog explains the impact late and missed payments can…

Whether someone is looking to finance a purchase, request an increase to credit limits, adjust repayment dates, or seek temporary relief, it’s likely that everyone…

The latest edition of the Financial Literacy Blog explores the topic of scholarship displacement, outlining what it is and why students and their families should research…

This edition of the Financial Literacy Blog explains the pros and cons of serving as a co-signer to a loan, and highlights why having a…

To help credit unions better reach their membership with outreach efforts, the League is inviting those with a passion for financial education to the Financial…

Financial Fitness Fair season is officially underway, and what a start we have had! Already, more than 600 students across the state have undergone Maine…

One area our League credit unions consistently agree to focus our individual and collective efforts on is financial education outreach. The League is inviting those…

This edition of the Financial Literacy Blog examine identity theft and offers important tips to help members minimize the risk of falling victim. Credit unions are…

The Atlantic FCU Foundation has announced the availability of $30,000 in financial education grants to support matched savings programs such as Individual Development Accounts and…

With the academic year coming to a close, many students are gearing up for school vacation. Summer jobs can be a great opportunity for teenagers…

June 15 is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD)—marking a perfect opportunity to educate your members about elder financial abuse and how to prevent it.…

There are many factors to consider when purchasing a home, but when purchasing a foreclosed property, it is important for buyers to closely weigh the…

That’s a wrap! After several busy weeks promoting financial education in Maine schools, the last scheduled Financial Fitness Fair of the academic year took place…

April is right around the corner, which means it’s almost time to celebrate National Credit Union Youth Month and National Financial Literacy Month. While credit…

WABI TV provided coverage of last week’s Financial Fitness Fair at the Hancock County Technical School. The Fair was hosted by the Bangor Chapter of…

Buying a home can be exhilarating and liberating. For many, it signifies the realization of the American dream. This edition of the Financial Literacy Blog…