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This Week @ South Metro Federal Credit Union

Short, timely articles based on a real-world weekly theme.

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A One-Week Plan for Building Wealth
Starting the process of building long-term wealth doesn't have to be difficult or complicated. Let's review steps you can take right now to grow your nest egg.

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Simple Steps Towards Building Wealth

An introduction to spending and savings strategies you can implement now.

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Benefits of Automated Savings and Investments

Making healthy financial decisions "automatic" is a great strategy for getting ahead.

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How to Reduce and Eliminate Debt

Every dollar spent on debt-related interest and fees is a dollar you're not saving.

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The Value of Auditing Your Spending

The way in which small expenses add up is not always obvious.

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How to Earn Money With Cash Back Options

Credit card spending is often considered "bad," but if you can pay your balance in full each month, it can be a great source for extra cash.

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Long-Term Thinking: The Key to Building Wealth

Planning for a successful future doesn't need to be complicated, but that doesn't mean it's easy.

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How to Negotiate

Getting the best price for a car or a fair salary increase doesn't have to be unpleasant - if you know the basics.

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Introduction to How to Negotiate

An introduction to the art of negotiation and all of its practical applications such as strategies to employ when you negotiate for your next car, house or compensation package.

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How to Negotiate the Best Price on a Car

What you need to know before walking onto your next car lot or showroom.

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How to Negotiate the Price of a House

How to negotiate the best price possible before buying your next home.

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The Art of Salary Negotiation

How you can negotiate your way to more equitable compensation -- and an elevated standard of living. 

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When it Comes to Negotiation, Here's the Scoop

The basics of negotiation for anything.

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Challenge of the Week: Negotiate a Better Deal

A hands on challenge to get you practicing your negotiation skills.

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About South Metro Federal Credit Union

Our suite of Financial Education Services (FES) is founded on providing a thorough education and consistent guidance with a confidential personal representative. With this relationship in place, we’ll work with you to determine your broad goals and set tactics for direct outcomes that build credit and help manage debt. We’ll empower you with the mindset, tools and products it takes to make an impact on your financial health.

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