If you’re looking to fund a home improvement project, or the economic devastation of COVID-19 has left you in need of cash, consider tapping into your home’s equity with a home equity line of credit, or a HELOC. WHAT IS A HELOC?A HELOC is a revolving credit line allowing homeowners to borrow money against the
Fake Grant ScamsScammers are hacking into people’s Facebook accounts and are messaging their friends and family claiming they are eligible for free grants. The message may come from a newly-acquired friend, a family member, or even a long-time friend, and details information on free grant money from the government. The message may reference others, specifically those already
Astronomical medical bills can be devastating to any budget. Here’s how to dispute and pay for large medical bills in five easy steps. Step 1: Review your bills.Typically, you’ll receive an Explanation of Benefits (EOB) from your insurance company in addition to the actual bill telling you how much you’re responsible for paying. It’s important
With unemployment skyrocketing due to the pandemic, scammers are trolling for your personal information to steal your benefits and identity. Learn how to spot them and how to stay safe! UNEMPLOYMENT SCAMSScammers file unemployment claims in someone else’s name to collect benefits, or they claim to be employed at businesses where they have never held
The COVID-19 crisis has caused income loss, uncertainties, and an increase in fraudulent attacks throughout Ohio and nationwide. Smart money management is more important than ever, but studies show that Americans are falling behind in financial literacy. While the U.S. is the world’s largest economy, Investment News reported it as ranking only 14th for financial
The Federal Reserve Board has no plans at this time to re-impose transfer limits between savings and checking accounts under Regulation D. Federal Regulation D is a federal law that limits certain withdrawals or transfers to six per month from a savings or money market account. In April 2020, an interim final rule was made
Both the SECURE Act, passed in December 2019, and the CARES Act, passed in March 2020, have affected significant changes for both Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs) and Health Savings Accounts (HSAs). While the SECURE Act provided the most comprehensive retirement reform package in over a decade and its provisions are permanent changes, the CARES Act
With shelter-in-place orders still in place, millions of cars are sitting motionless in garages and driveways across the country. While staying home is the best way to stay safe these days, it might not be the best thing for your car. David Bennett, manager for repair systems at AAA, says cars do not need any
As a member of DoverPhila Federal Credit Union, you have several options for funding a home renovation. You can open a HELOC, or a Home Equity Line of Credit, which is an open credit line that’s secured by your home’s value for up to 10 years. You can also fund your renovations with an unsecured
The uncertainty surrounding COVID-19 has given scammers a prime opportunity to take advantage of people. Below are some scams to be aware of during this crisis. FAKE STIMULUS CHECKSScammers are calling and pretending to process stimulus checks (also called Economic Impact Payments) to get personal information, such as Social Security numbers, banking information, or credit
As more Americans seek financial guidance and more credit unions begin to offer services like financial counseling, it’s essential to consider initiatives that also educate young members. If parents have trouble managing money, you can imagine that it’s going to be even more challenging for them to have conversations about money with their kids. DoverPhila
DoverPhila Federal Credit Union is partnering with the United Way of Tuscarawas County to provide funds during the coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis. On Thursday, March 26, the credit union’s Board of Directors approved a $25,000 donation to fund United Way’s COVID-19 community-response fund. The fund will be used to help residents of Tuscarawas County with various
We recognize the trust you place in us and the important role we have in your financial life. Keeping a close eye on the developments both nationally and locally related to the COVID-19 epidemic, we understand this is a difficult time for everyone in our community. Let me first assure you, DoverPhila will not close
DoverPhila is monitoring the guidance of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) as well as other public health announcements with respect to COVID-19 (coronavirus). As this is an evolving situation, adjustments will be made as new or revised guidance is provided by public health authorities. Our branches remain open with normal business hours,
Putting your financial affairs in order is overwhelming! It’s very wise and helpful to create an advance plan for the distribution of your assets upon your death. This will create a protocol and ensure your preferences are carried out in the event of a medical catastrophe. Fortunately, this is not as overwhelming as it seems.
As a financially responsible individual, you should be checking your credit on a regular basis. If all goes well, your credit card statements and report hold no surprises. Sometimes, though, you may find a mistake. When this happens, you’ll need to officially dispute the error to fix your score. Credit Report Mistakes Most credit report
It’s easy to go overboard for Christmas. Giving extravagant gifts to your family members seems like a great idea … until you’re facing a huge credit card bill in January. However, it happened, approach this problem rationally. Blaming yourself is pointless; the important thing now is to right yourself financially. Fortunately, you’re not facing this
Following another very successful year at DoverPhila Federal Credit Union, the credit union was able to give back a $1.5 million year-end bonus dividend to its members. This marks the 25th consecutive year that DoverPhila returns earnings back to its members. The credit union is a community-focused, financial cooperative controlled by its members making it
Scammers always try to con victims out of their information and money. They also tend to prey on the most susceptible victims, including those who are down on their luck or are exceptionally naïve and trusting. DoverPhila Federal Credit Union’s biggest priority is your financial wellness, and that includes keeping you and your money safe.
‘Tis the season to be merry-except sometimes, it’s not. If you tend to feel stressed when the holidays roll around, here are eight tips to help turn that frown upside down. 1. Watch the buck Nothing kills the holiday cheer like a mountain of debt. Stick to a budget when doing your holiday shopping and
