Saving Tips and Hacks Archives - Deere Employees Credit Union

Proper home winterization can save you hundreds or even thousands of dollars. It is important maintenance to help protect your home from the natural impact that the winter weather and moisture can bring. It is essential to understand what you need to winterize correctly to protect your home from damage and keep the value as […]

This year has brought a tough economic climate, including high inflation and a less stable employment market. Despite higher prices on everything from flying to buying snacks, many people still want to travel in possible record numbers this holiday season. Just because you want to go home for the holidays doesn’t mean you have to break […]

There are certain times throughout the year that cause people to think and take notice of how close they are to reaching their goals, especially financial ones. As one year ends and another begins, there is no time like this time of year to do just that. It’s a great time to reassess where your finances are […]

When an individual or a household has a take-home pay that either equals or falls short of their monthly expenses, they are living paycheck-to-paycheck. This typically happens if there is little to no discretionary income available or if excessive debts and spending cause bills not to be paid on time. This means that these households [...]

Both a rainy-day fund and an emergency fund can be great ways to prepare financially for unexpected future events. With the majority of Americans living paycheck to paycheck, it's important to be able to have money for things like losing your job or paying to fix your air conditioning when it breaks. While both a [...]

Everyone loves a well-manicured lawn with the perfect shrubs and surrounding flowers or other plants. Many people dream of their perfect yard to show off and be on full display throughout the summer. A lot of the work required to get there starts in the spring, but unfortunately, there’s a lot going on financially during […]

There are many factors to consider when renting vs. buying a home, and both have their own set of pros and cons that you need to consider before deciding. For example, renting is great for people who are unsure about their job security or often like to move around. On the other hand, buying a […]

Whether you are a kid saving birthday money or an adult managing your finances, when you need to keep money somewhere because you don’t have plans to spend it, you either put it in a Piggy Bank or open a savings account. In principle, it is generally easier to pay daily expenses with cash or […]

Welcome to DECU Digital Banking! We are excited and happy to bring you our new, secure and improved banking experience. Let’s take a moment to familiarize members with a few facts about DECU Digital Banking and then look at some new features. At Deere Employees Credit Union, we’ve updated your digital banking experience to include […]

Do you find yourself excited about summer vacation this year but still holding out on airplane flights and hotels? If so, you’re not alone. Now more than ever, there’s a growing call to hit the open road and see America from behind the wheel. National parks, beaches, and scenic drives are literally on your doorstep […]

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