The beginning of a new year is the perfect time to set new financial goals. As the League’s Financial Literacy Outreach Coordinator explains, taking the…

Maine is once again in the spotlight for excellence in financial education and outreach. Both the League and Community CU received CUNA awards recognition.

When it comes to educating children about finances, parents also should focus their efforts on teaching kids about the value of donating and volunteering. Jake…

In the latest Financial Literacy Blog, Jake Holmes, the League’s Financial Literacy Outreach Coordinator, re-examines compound interest. By providing scenario planning, Holmes helps you visualize…

The Senate Special Committee on Aging held a hearing on September 24 to discuss the challenges women face in retirement. Senator Susan Collins, the committee’s…

In his latest blog, Jake Holmes, the League’s Financial Literacy Outreach Coordinator, explains how the Maine Educational Opportunity Tax Credit can help college graduates living…

In his latest financial literacy blog, Jake Holmes, the League’s Financial Literacy Outreach Coordinator and a new dad, explores the unexpected costs of having a…

In his Financial Literacy Blog, Jake Holmes, the League’s Financial Literacy Outreach Coordinator, explores the hidden costs associated with buying a home. Jen Burke, the…

The National Retail Federation’s 2020 Back to School Survey estimates that back to school spending will reach record levels—up $93 from this time last year.…

In his latest Financial Literacy Blog, Jake Holmes, the League’s Financial Literacy Outreach Coordinator, breaks down the important topic of credit and creditworthiness.

Calling all credit union Young Professionals (YPs). Today is the last day to tell us why you would like to receive a complimentary registration to…

Jake Holmes, the League’s Financial Literacy Outreach Coordinator, examines the benefits of using mobile wallet apps to make purchases with your phone in his latest…

Jake Holmes, the League’s Financial Literacy & Outreach Coordinator, examines the pros and cons of paying off medical debt with a credit card in the…

Jake Holmes, the League’s Financial Literacy Outreach Coordinator, discusses the power of compound interest in a new video blog. Holmes compares two different saving plan…

Jake Holmes, the League’s Financial Literacy Outreach Coordinator, examines federal student loan payment deferments in his latest Maine Credit Unions’ blog post.

The Financial Literacy Blog answers your members’ top questions about their economic impact payment.

David Libby, President & CEO at Town & Country FCU, authored an editorial for the Portland Press Herald that discussed the financial challenges surrounding COVID-19…

This week’s CU Youth Month tip of the week focuses on why its okay to let your kids make financial mistakes. These mistakes can turn…

Week 2 of National CU Youth Month is almost over, but there’s still time to share an important youth and family savings tip with your…

April is National Credit Union Youth Month. To commemorate this occasion, Jake Holmes, the League’s Financial Literacy Outreach Coordinator, is offering some simple suggestions to…

Last week, Congress passed a sweeping relief bill to provide some much needed financial assistance to Americans across the country. While this is good news…

In his latest blog, Jake Holmes, the League’s Financial Literacy Outreach Coordinator, outlines how consumers can make the most of their time at home by…