by Horizon Credit Union | Feb 28, 2018 | Planning and Advice
Identity theft is nothing new, and yet it still manages to cost its victims billions of dollars (yes, that’s billions with a “b”) globally each year—not to mention the time and hassle involved in recovering a stolen identity. The good news is that there are tons of...
by Horizon Credit Union | Jan 15, 2018 | Planning and Advice
Budgets are like the New Year’s resolutions of personal finance. We all know we should have one and we all know it’s a fairly simple thing to follow—at least in theory. Like resolutions, we often map out personal budgets with the best of intentions, only to abandon...
by Horizon Credit Union | Jan 8, 2018 | Planning and Advice
According to a study by credit reporting agency TransUnion $21,696, is the debt load the average Canadian consumer shouldered in the first quarter of 2017. What’s more, this amount excludes mortgages. How can we get out of the red and into the black? By...
by Horizon Credit Union | Dec 1, 2017 | Planning and Advice
Stock in the stocking This year, before you wait in the cold and snow to buy your child the latest must-have toy, consider giving a financial-related gift instead. Gifts that teach the importance of sound money management and investment practices can provide valuable...
by Horizon Credit Union | Oct 15, 2017 | Planning and Advice
Most parents understand raising children means preparing school lunches, driving them to sports practice and helping with homework however, some parents may not realize that one of their most important jobs is teaching their kids the basics of money management. ...
by Horizon Credit Union | Dec 31, 2015 | Planning and Advice
Think fast: what’s the most recent financial decision you made? You likely won’t have to think too far back. It’s not the last account you opened, or the school loans you consolidated—it’s something much simpler that’s part of your daily routine. Think back to the...
