Dollars & Cents Crosstalk

Episode 8: Are Share Certificates Really Worth It?

Shawn explains the benefits of investing in a share certificate, and how to ladder deposits to earn the most dividends while maintain liquid cash in this week’s episode.

Episode 7: The CU Difference During Turbulent Times

Shawn and Lisa meet with Paris Aranguiz, the VP of Finance here at GHS Federal Credit Union to talk about the current finance market.

Episode 6: One Extra Payment

Lisa gets some advice on how to pay her mortgage loan faster and discusses with Shawn on making one month’s extra payment.

Episode 5: Retailer Credit Cards

You’re a recent “Thousandaire” after tax season and looking to make a large expense. Retailers may be advertising a save now and pay later plan, or a store card with a percentage off your purchase. These deals sometimes look too good to be true, and Lisa and Shawn talk about the specifics in this week’s episode.

Episode 4 ”Thousandaires”

Lisa joins the league of “Thousandaires” after receiving her income tax return, but quickly leaves again because of a large purchase. Both Shawn and Lisa give their opinions on how best to spend a tax return, and building wealth over time to become a Thousandaire.

Episode 3: Understanding a Credit Score

Shawn’s favorite thing to talk about is credit scores. A little strange, but we guess that means she’s in the right career! Shawn and Lisa go over the basics of what goes into making a credit score, and how to maintain good credit throughout your life.

Episode 2

Episode 1: Tax Time Tips

Shawn and Lisa talk about the basics on filing federal and state income taxes. They go over where to file for free, how to avoid scams and paying extra fees on your return, and the best way to receive your refund payment.