
Money Saving Tips
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April is Financial Literacy Month
April National Financial Literacy Month and we invite you to improve your financial literacy. You can gain insight, tips and...

National Consumer Protection Week 2025: March 2 - 8, 2025
Looking to protect yourself from fraud, identity theft, and scams? Wondering about the best way to improve your credit, shop...
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Holiday Shopping Safety
The holidays are upon us! At Ridgedale FCU, we want you to have a joyous time throughout the season. Here...

Protection from Scams, Fraud and Identity Theft
Fraud, scams and identity theft continue to be an unfortunate part of our lives. There are several ways you can...
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Three Ways to Protect the Personal Info on Your Phone
Imagine carrying a written copy of all your conversations with you everywhere you...
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Back to School Shopping
The last half of the summer is upon us, and we all know what that means, it’s time for back-to-school...

Everyone Benefits from Credit Unions
Credit unions have remained a mystery in the finance world for so much of society. I have had the opportunity...

Real or Fake? Brought to you from the federal Trade Commission (FTC)
The United States Secret Service recommends if you receive a counterfeit: Do not return it to the passer. Delay...
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Auto Finder Now Available
We now offer a new way of shopping for a vehicle without visiting a dealership with Auto Finder!...

Stay Alert
Ridgedale FCU will never call, email, or text you asking for personal information like usernames, passwords or account numbers.
Don’t...

Halloween Safety
From the candy to the costumes, Halloween is a fun-filled time for kids and parents. Here’s how...

Wonders of Compounding Interest
Compound interest is sometimes called one of the wonders of the financial world. Very simply, compound...

5 Ways to Make Your Holidays Easier
5 ways to make the holiday season easier for you: Use Zelle to send and receive money! Pay someone back...

Top 10 Tips to Financial Freedom
Top 10 Tips to Financial Freedom Spend less than you earn. Develop a savings plan and pay yourself first. Understand...

Do Not Call Registry
The National Do Not Call Registry gives you a choice about whether to receive telemarketing calls. The Federal Trade Commission...

Back to School Tips
Going back to school after the long summer is always a time of excitement. While...

We Love Our Animals!
Ridgedale Federal Credit Union is pleased to announce we are a corporate sponsor of Mt. Pleasant...

Don’t let mosquitoes and ticks ruin your carefree summer fun: Brought to you by the American Red Cross
As we spend more time outdoors for activities like camping, hiking, swimming, picnicking, and barbecuing, there is a greater chance...

Got an offer to work from home? Only scammers ask for personal information first.
Scammers are taking outdated ads from real employers, changing them, and posting them on employment websites and career-oriented platforms like...

Pick Your Own Farms in NJ!
There are so many natural sweet treats this time of year. Make a day of it and go pick your...

How to Dispute Errors on Credit Reports
Under the Fair Credit Reporting Act, both the credit reporting agency and the information provider (that is, the person, company...
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Gear up for Travel Season with Tools and Potential Savings from RFCU!
Planning for travel can be as fun and exciting as the actual trip...
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Financial Games for Children: Let the Fun and Learning Begin!!
It is never too early, (or too late) to introduce your children to financial learning. While that may sound like...
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How Your Funds are Insured
For over 75 years, your funds have been safe and will continue to be protected by the NCUA for as...

Women in History That Impacted Finance
Women are celebrated for their motivation to become financially independent, but this was not always the norm. Historically, society viewed...

How To Avoid a Scam: Brought to you by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC)
Block unwanted calls and text messages. Take steps to block unwanted calls and to filter unwanted text messages. Don’t give your personal or financial...
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Four Signs That It’s a Scam: Brought to you by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC)
1. Scammers often PRETEND to be from an organization you know. Scammers often pretend to be contacting you on behalf of...

What to expect when applying for a loan or any type of credit at RFCU.
You have decided you want or need a new car, need another credit card, a line of credit or Home...
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The Realities of Credit Card Balance Transfer…not always as wonderful as they seem
The Holidays are over and like all other years, you may have splurged, and now the bills are streaming in...

5 Ways to Beat Inflation And Potentially Put Money Back in Your Pocket in 2023
Maximize your checking account and pay NO fees. Do you pay checking account and/or ATM fees? If you...
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Credit Union Myths and Facts
How much do you know about Credit Unions? Test yourself on these 9 myths. Myth #1: You must meet...

Credit Card Fraud
Credit Card Fraud. Find out how it works and how to protect yourself from becoming a victim. Credit card...