AAACU Blog
At Alpena Alcona Area Credit Union, we are committed to empowering our members with the knowledge and tools they need to make confident financial decisions. Our blog is designed to provide valuable resources on a wide range of topics, including financial education, mortgage information, fraud prevention, and the latest scams.
Check back regularly for new posts designed to educate, inform, and help you make smarter financial choices. At AAACU, we’re here to help you navigate your financial journey every step of the way.
6 Naughty Holiday Scams to Beware of This Season
‘Tis the season to be jolly! Unfortunately, though, not everything about the holiday season is all happy and nice. Watch out for these six naughty holiday scams.
Beware of Payday Loan Scams
While payday loans can be legit, there are many scammers masquerading as payday lenders looking to trap the cash-strapped borrower in a never-ending nightmare.
First Time Home Buyers Tips and Tricks
Embarking on the journey to buy your first home is exciting, but it can also be overwhelming. To help make the process smoother and more manageable, we’ve compiled some essential tips and tricks to set you up for success.
Back To School Scams and How to Avoid Them
It’s back-to-school season! You might have a shopping list as long as your Amazon wishlist, but don’t let the overwhelm make it a back-to-scam season for fraudsters.
Navigating the Mortgage Application Process
Owning a home is a dream and major accomplishment for many. Yet, the mortgage application process can be complex and daunting. With the right guidance and preparation, though, you can make this journey much smoother.
Navigating the Mortgage Process: Essential Documents You'll Need
Securing a mortgage is a significant milestone in achieving the dream of homeownership. However, the journey to obtaining a mortgage involves navigating through paperwork and documents.
All You Need to Know About Free Trial Scams
It’s a new product — and you can try it for free!
Sounds amazing? Well, know that a free trial can actually be a gateway to a devastating scam. Here’s what you need to know about free trial scams and how to stay safe.
5 Ways to Spring Clean Your Finances
Looking for a few tips on how to spruce up your finances? Check out these five tips that can help you spring in the right direction.
Does Marriage Make Me Responsible for My Partners Debt?
Are you newely engaged or dating and curious how your partners finances could impact you? Learn what you might be responsible for after marriage and during marriage.
8 Financially Responsible Ways to Use Your Tax Refund
It’s tax refund season! How are you going to be spending the pile of cash that Uncle Sam’s giving back?
Don't Get Caught In a Credit Repair Scam
Everyone wants a great credit score, but sometimes, those three little numbers need some help. That’s where credit repair companies come in. These services can help identify and dispute errors on a credit report as well as work with consumers to help boost their scores. Unfortunately, though, not all credit repair companies are legit.
Savings Strategies for the New Year
It’s a new year, and a great time to increase your savings. As a member of , you have so many ways to save! Let’s take a look at some of them so you can make an informed decision about wisely growing your funds.
7 Ways to Cut Back on Amazon Spending
It’s so easy to overspend on Amazon! But, short of giving up the most popular online marketplace in the world, how can you cut back on your Amazon spending?
It’s easier than you think! With the right tools and information, you can learn to spend less on the giant online marketplace and get your budget back on track. Here are seven ways to cut back on Amazon spending.
8 Super-Scary Halloween Hacks to Save You Money
It's that time of year again, when jack-o'-lanterns leer into the dark night and cobwebby skeletons hang from eveyr bush. Halloween is great fun for kids and kids-at-heart. But, if you’re the one left paying for all those costumes, decor and candy, you may find the only scare you’re getting from Halloween this year is fear of the credit card bill’s arrival.
5 Amazon Scams You Need to Know About
When it comes to convenience, service and sheer scope of products, nothing beats Amazon. The world’s largest and most popular online marketplace is the 21st century shopper’s go-to for virtually any product under the sun. Unfortunately, though, Amazon is also rife with scammers. Here are five Amazon scams and tips from the e-commerce giant for protecting yourself from falling victim to these schemes.