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Learn How to Improve Your Credit Score
Are you in the market for a mortgage or car loan but consistently turned down or only offered loans at...
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Build Smart Money Habits for Children of All Ages
It’s easier to spend money than it is to talk about it. However, teaching our children the basic principles...
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Maintaining Good Credit in Your Golden Years
As published in the Star Advertiser on December 4, 2018. One little three-digit number could have a huge...
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Preventing Fraud – How to Avoid Fake Check Scams
Have you ever received a check in the mail with a request to send some money back? “Check” scams are...
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Convenience at Your Fingertips – Using ATMs & ITMs
Did you know that our Hawaii State FCU ATMs and Interactive Teller Machines (ITMs) can conduct all of...
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Holiday Budgeting: Tips For a Merrier Season
The holidays should be filled with peace and happiness, and surrounded by the ones you love the most...
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Financial Preparedness for Natural Disasters
Financial preparedness is a crucial component of disaster planning to help alleviate financial losses...
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How are Credit Reports and Credit Scores Calculated?
What is a credit score? If you have ever applied for a loan, looked for an apartment to rent or wanted...
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Imposter Scams: Know the Signs and Protect Yourself
Many companies, including Hawaii State FCU, are seeing an uptick in imposter scams. An imposter scam...
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Celebrating Financial Literacy Month
April is Financial Literacy Month, which makes it a great time to remember why financial knowledge and...
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Deposit, Transfer and Pay Your Way with Our Mobile App
Managing your money can take a lot of time. Tracking deposits, monitoring expenses, remembering when...
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Before You Say “I Do” – Financial Planning for Married Couples
The Importance of Financial Planning Before Getting Married Hawaii is a melting pot of nationalities...
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