Eastex Credit Union is now offering the CardValet & My Mobile Money apps for our debit and credit card users. These apps provide users with a better way to manage and control their accounts right from their smartphone.
Understanding the Best Time to Buy a Car
There are few things in life more exciting than buying a car. In terms of transactions, it’s one of the largest most people will ever engage in. For buyers, there are plenty of factors to consider. What kind of car to buy is usually near the top of the list, along with the best place […]
In an Emergency, is a Credit Card or Personal Loan Better?
Like it or not, life is full of surprises and it’s not always the good kind. Maybe you’re laid off from your job or have an accident and end up in the hospital. Most all of us, at some point or another, will find ourselves in the midst of a life emergency, and though we […]
How to Make Saving Money a Priority
As your list of financial goals grows, it’s important to reign in spending and identify areas which can help make saving money a priority. No matter your age, saving money is critical to achieving any financial goal. As various expenses pile on, however, it can seem to be difficult – if not impossible – to […]
Decoding Home Listings
We’ve all been there. You read home listings, view the available photos and think you’ve found the perfect home. You schedule a showing, step through the front door and…… it’s nothing like you thought it would be. Real estate marketing language and abbreviations can be extremely confusing to any of us that are not realtors. […]
4 Must-Know Military Move Money-Saving Tips
If you’re a part of a military family, you are no stranger to moving and have accepted it as a normal part of life. With every move, you become more organized and more efficient – but there are always ways to improve, especially on the financial side of things! Eastex Credit Union brings you a […]
How to Choose a Credit Union in East Texas
Choosing a credit union or bank is a big decision to undertake, and choosing a facility that meets your needs in East Texas is no exception. While there are many benefits to choosing a credit union vs bank, there are still questions that must be addressed in order to become a member of a credit […]
Tips on Going Paperless at Home
Paper has a way of piling up in various corners of our homes no matter how much we try to sort and organize it. You get the mail, come inside and sort it into three piles (well, maybe): toss, keep and needs review. The toss pile *may* get thrown out that day if a trash […]
3 Ways To Responsibly Donate to Charity
Donating to charity, whether to your religious organization or an independent non-profit, is a great way to give back to your community. Despite the fact that we are biologically wired for giving, studies have shown that when you donate to charity, or volunteer your time, positive physiological reactions result in your brain. Especially as holidays […]