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Access Credit Union is where you need us to be, with sound advice on any device. \n (2)" --- #003B49 [![AccessCU\_Horizontal\_Colour\_pws-1](https://blog.accesscu.ca/hs-fs/hubfs/AccessCU_Horizontal_Colour_pws-1.png?width=199&height=50&name=AccessCU_Horizontal_Colour_pws-1.png "AccessCU_Horizontal_Colour_pws-1")](https://www.accesscu.ca/) Open main menu Close main menu Select Category Budgeting Education Savings Finances Financial Literacy Fraud Investing Lending Mortgage Retirement Savings Saving Security Spending TFSA Tips & Advice ![](https://blog.accesscu.ca/hubfs/Credit-score-tips.jpg) [Tips & Advice,](https://blog.accesscu.ca/tag/tips-advice) [Financial Literacy](https://blog.accesscu.ca/tag/financial-literacy) ### [Tips for improving your credit score](https://blog.accesscu.ca/tips-for-improving-your-credit-score) A strong credit score could not only save you thousands of dollars in interest over your lifetime, but it will also take you places. Buying things like a home, vehicle, or any other large purchase usually requires a good credit score.  [Read More](https://blog.accesscu.ca/tips-for-improving-your-credit-score) ![Two people looking at their laptop and smiling](https://blog.accesscu.ca/hubfs/Financial-red-flags.jpg) [Tips & Advice,](https://blog.accesscu.ca/tag/tips-advice) [Financial Literacy](https://blog.accesscu.ca/tag/financial-literacy) ### [Financial red flags in your 20s](https://blog.accesscu.ca/financial-red-flags-in-your-20s) Your twenties are a time of exploration – learning about the world and where you fit into it. [Read More](https://blog.accesscu.ca/financial-red-flags-in-your-20s) ![People speaking to their wealth advisor](https://blog.accesscu.ca/hubfs/Wealth-Advisor-Blog.jpg) [Investing,](https://blog.accesscu.ca/tag/investing) [Tips & Advice](https://blog.accesscu.ca/tag/tips-advice) ### [Five ways a wealth advisor can help you build your personal wealth](https://blog.accesscu.ca/five-ways-a-wealth-advisor-can-help-you-build-your-personal-wealth) Life is a journey and figuring out how to make smart financial decisions at various stages of your life is easier with the help of a wealth advisor. Creating wealth often begins with smart saving, but to grow it efficiently requires mindful investment of those savings through the right channels to achieve your specific goals. Wealth management is about tailoring a personalized wealth strategy to map out the long-term plan to inform and guide these important decisions. [Read More](https://blog.accesscu.ca/five-ways-a-wealth-advisor-can-help-you-build-your-personal-wealth) ![](https://blog.accesscu.ca/hubfs/Psychology%20of%20spending.jpg) [Tips & Advice](https://blog.accesscu.ca/tag/tips-advice) ### [The psychology of spending: Why we buy what we don’t need](https://blog.accesscu.ca/the-psychology-of-spending-why-we-buy-what-we-dont-need)   [Read More](https://blog.accesscu.ca/the-psychology-of-spending-why-we-buy-what-we-dont-need) ![](https://blog.accesscu.ca/hubfs/Cyber%20Security.jpg) [Tips & Advice,](https://blog.accesscu.ca/tag/tips-advice) [Security](https://blog.accesscu.ca/tag/security) ### [Five tips for staying safe during Cyber Security Awareness Month](https://blog.accesscu.ca/five-tips-for-staying-safe-during-cyber-security-awareness-month) Are you cyber safe? It’s not just about protecting yourself, but also keeping yourself informed and educated for a safer future. October is Cyber Security Awareness Month, which means it’s a great time to learn or freshen up on your cyber security knowledge. [Get Cyber Safe](https://www.getcybersafe.gc.ca/en) has information and resources to keep you educated on cyber security, here’s some helpful tips: [Read More](https://blog.accesscu.ca/five-tips-for-staying-safe-during-cyber-security-awareness-month) ![](https://blog.accesscu.ca/hubfs/Subscription-Services.jpg) [Tips & Advice](https://blog.accesscu.ca/tag/tips-advice) ### [The hidden costs of subscription services](https://blog.accesscu.ca/the-hidden-costs-of-subscription-services) From streaming platforms to meal kits, subscription services promise convenience and exclusivity while quietly draining your bank account. The average consumer spends over $200 a month on subscriptions, often without realizing it. According to a survey done by Hardbacon (a personal finance app), Canadians, on average, pay for eight recurring subscriptions each month. [Read More](https://blog.accesscu.ca/the-hidden-costs-of-subscription-services) ![](https://blog.accesscu.ca/hubfs/Saving%20vs%20investing.jpg) [Investing,](https://blog.accesscu.ca/tag/investing) [Saving,](https://blog.accesscu.ca/tag/saving) [Tips & Advice](https://blog.accesscu.ca/tag/tips-advice) ### [Saving vs. Investing: Which should you prioritize?](https://blog.accesscu.ca/saving-vs.-investing-which-should-you-prioritize) When trying to get ahead, lots of people ask themselves, “Should I save my money or invest it”. The answer? It depends on your current financial situation and goals. [Read More](https://blog.accesscu.ca/saving-vs.-investing-which-should-you-prioritize) ![](https://blog.accesscu.ca/hubfs/Budget%20friendly%20summer.jpg) [Tips & Advice,](https://blog.accesscu.ca/tag/tips-advice) [Budgeting](https://blog.accesscu.ca/tag/budgeting) ### [Budget-friendly summer fun in friendly Manitoba](https://blog.accesscu.ca/budget-friendly-summer-fun-in-friendly-manitoba) Summer is the perfect time to unwind and explore new places, but travel expenses can add up quickly. Fortunately, there are plenty of ways to enjoy a well-deserved getaway without draining your wallet. Here are some suggestions to keep it affordable – and local! [Read More](https://blog.accesscu.ca/budget-friendly-summer-fun-in-friendly-manitoba) ![](https://blog.accesscu.ca/hubfs/Remember%20travel%20insurance.jpg) [Tips & Advice](https://blog.accesscu.ca/tag/tips-advice) ### [Remember travel insurance for your Canadian summer vacation](https://blog.accesscu.ca/remember-travel-insurance-for-your-canadian-summer-vacation) Studies have found that many Canadians who travel within Canada, but outside of their home province, don’t purchase travel insurance. Many assume their provincial government or employee health plans will cover everything, but that is not always the case.   [Read More](https://blog.accesscu.ca/remember-travel-insurance-for-your-canadian-summer-vacation) ![](https://blog.accesscu.ca/hubfs/Retirement%20planning%20in%20uncertain%20times.jpg) [Retirement Savings](https://blog.accesscu.ca/tag/retirement-savings) ### [Retirement planning in uncertain times](https://blog.accesscu.ca/retirement-planning-in-uncertain-times) In today’s rapidly shifting economic landscape, planning for retirement has become more complex than ever. With fluctuating markets, rapidly evolving policies from the United States, and an unpredictable global economy, it can be difficult to figure out what your next move should be.  [Read More](https://blog.accesscu.ca/retirement-planning-in-uncertain-times) [1](https://blog.accesscu.ca) [2](https://blog.accesscu.ca/page/2) [3](https://blog.accesscu.ca/page/3) [4](https://blog.accesscu.ca/page/4) [5](https://blog.accesscu.ca/page/5) #### Connect with Access Credit Union Follow Access Credit Union on social media for financial advice and news from our member community.  [![facebookwhite\_64x64](https://blog.accesscu.ca/hs-fs/hubfs/facebookwhite_64x64.png?width=45&height=45&name=facebookwhite_64x64.png)](https://www.facebook.com/AccessCreditUnion) [![linkedin](https://blog.accesscu.ca/hs-fs/hubfs/linkedin-6-64.png?width=45&name=linkedin-6-64.png)](https://www.linkedin.com/company/access-credit-union)[![instagramwhite\_64x64](https://blog.accesscu.ca/hs-fs/hubfs/instagramwhite_64x64.png?width=45&height=45&name=instagramwhite_64x64.png)](https://www.instagram.com/accesscreditunion/)