Credit Union vs Bank in 2026: 5 Reasons to Make the Switch This Year
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Banking 101 for College Students and Young Adults
Starting adulthood comes with plenty of new responsibilities, and managing your money is one of the most important. From creating a budget and choosing the right bank account to understanding credit and building healthy financial habits, learning the basics of personal finance can help set you up for long-term success. At Education First FCU,...
Employee Spotlight: Jesus Torres
Meet Jesus Torres, one of our Contact Experience Agents! 🌟📞
Your Tax-Free Weekend Playbook With Buy Now, Pay Later
Back-to-school season is exciting, but it can also be one of the most expensive times of the year. Between school supplies, new clothes, shoes, electronics, and classroom essentials, it's easy for costs to add up. Fortunately, the annual tax-free weekend gives families an opportunity to save on qualifying purchases, making it a great time to shop...
The Benefits of Direct Deposit
Whether you are starting a new job or looking for a more convenient way to get paid, direct deposit is one of the easiest ways to keep your finances simple.
How to Build a Back-to-School Budget That Works
It's that time of year again! As summer begins to wind down, back-to-school shopping quickly moves to the top of many families' to-do lists. From notebooks and backpacks to new clothes and classroom supplies, the costs can add up faster than you might expect.
Employee Spotlight: Miley Overstreet
Meet Miley Overstreet, our Mortgage Loan Processor! 🌟
The Most Common Scam Calls and Texts Targeting Texans in 2026
At Education First FCU, protecting our members from fraud is one of our top priorities.
The Hidden Costs of Car Ownership: Budgeting Beyond the Payment
Whether you’re cruising down Eastex Freeway or heading out for a weekend at Sam Rayburn Lake, there is nothing quite like the feeling of being behind the wheel of a new car. When most of us shop for a vehicle, we tend to focus on one primary number: the monthly loan payment. However, at Education First Federal Credit Union, we want to help our...
The Evolution of American Banking Over 250 Years
America is celebrating its 250th birthday, and a lot has changed over the past two and a half centuries, especially the way Americans manage their finances.