Month

April 2020
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A credit score is a number that depicts a consumer’s creditworthiness. Ranging from 300-850, a credit score is based on credit history, including number of open accounts, total levels of debt, and repayment history. In this Q&A, Jerry Litwaitis, VP of Lending, shares why a credit score is important, how a credit score can be used, and advice on how to...
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Marshfield Medical Center Credit Union (MMCCU) President Carol Adler celebrates 35 years at MMCCU on April 22, having begun her career at MMCCU in 1985. Prior to being hired as President/CEO at MMCCU, she worked for 9 years at what was Central Catholic Credit Union. Carol Adler was born and raised in Marshfield, along with...
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Many Americans are eligible for Economic Impact Payments (EIPs) as part of coronavirus tax relief efforts. On Friday, April 10, the Internal Revenue Service issued 75 million economic impact payments by direct deposit to qualified Americans with the funds to be available in accounts on April 15. Additional electronic payments will be released throughout April....
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Millions of Americans have received their Economic Impact Payments. If you didn’t get your Economic Impact Payment yet, don’t panic. There are several reasons why the direct deposit didn’t happen on Wednesday and a few actions you can take to help expedite your money. First, an overview: Eligible individuals will receive up to $1,200. Eligible...
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Millions of Americans are receiving the $1,200 per person, $500 per dependent Economic Impact Payment in their bank accounts. (If you didn’t get yours yet, read this.) It can be tempting to treat that money as a bonus, but it’s important to use it wisely to avoid financial problems down the road. We’ve assembled some...
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It’s an uncertain time for many of us, and when it comes to finances MMCCU is here to help. Proactively trimming expenses whenever possible is helpful during this time period. Earlier this month, Governor Evers issued an Executive Order that prevents forceful evictions and foreclosures for 60 days to allow for time to find a...
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ALEXANDRIA, Va. (April 6, 2020) – The National Credit Union Administration will promote financial preparedness for credit union members, consumers, and service members and their families during National Financial Capability Month and Military Saves Month, both of which run through April 30. The NCUA’s consumer website, MyCreditUnion.gov(opens new window), includes information on topics like managing...
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From the President: During National Financial Capability Month, we recognize the importance of financial literacy to a free and prosperous society, and we commit to ensuring that all Americans have the resources they need to make informed financial choices and provide opportunities for a brighter and more secure future. Small businesses are the backbone of...
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Washington, D.C. – Military Saves Month is taking place April 1-30. The event is an expansion of the widely popular Military Saves Week, which was historically celebrated in last week of February since 2008 and by tripling the length of this important event, Military Saves hopes to encourage the military community to save money even...
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Jerry was born in St. Claire, Michigan, and moved to Park Falls, Wisconsin when he was 4 years-old. He graduated from UW-Eau Claire with a Bachelors of Business Administration with a Comprehensive Finance Degree in April 1992. He then moved to Marshfield and has worked at MMCCU since April of 1992. Jerry enjoys working with...
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