The Worst Case Scenario Guide to Money

This week addresses the steps to consider during some very real worst case scenarios, including the loss of a job, student loan default, bad credit, home foreclosure, plus more.

You're a Victim of Identity Theft - Now What?

Suggestions for limiting the damage of identity theft - and help for preventing such theft from occurring in the future.

Defaulted on a Student Loan - Now What?

A review of the steps you need to take once you've defaulted on a student loan.

Home Threatened With Foreclosure - Now What?

Smart strategies to employ when you're seriously behind on your mortgage.

You Have Bad Credit - Now What?

Steps for getting your finances back on track and improving your credit score.

You Just Lost Your Job - Now What?

How to ensure that you'll be in the best possible position to recover from a job loss.

Navigating Natural Disasters

Steps to consider when preparing your financial emergency kit.

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Last Week @ NuVista Federal Credit Union

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How Companies Get You to Spend

A look at the sometimes astounding steps businesses take to maximize consumer spending.

Everyday Pressures to Spend

An introduction to the sometimes astounding steps businesses take to maximize your spending.

Are You Really Saving With a Sale?

How discounted items serve as an irresistible draw - for better or worse.

The Psychology of Selling

Learn the strategies salespeople may use to influence your spending decisions.

Setting the Stage for Spending

How every design decision in a retail store is geared toward increasing sales.

Avoiding Unnecessary Add-Ons

How sellers convince buyers to pay for extended warranty protection they may not need.

When Free Isn't Really Free

The hidden costs attached to giveaway promotions.

How Restaurants Get Us To Spend More

The money-making tricks of the food and beverage trade.