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6 Ways to Boost Your Smartphone's Security

By: American Heritage 10.07.21 3 minute read Security

Your smartphone is a fantastic tool. Where else can you stay in touch with friends, make a work call, manage your checking account, and book a vacation – all while on the go? These portable devices make everyday tasks quick and easy, but they certainly carry with them some risk. After all, they’re often used to enter or view personal and financial information, making them prime targets for identity theft and phone scamming. October is Cybersecurity Awareness Month, so it’s the perfect time learn how to avoid identity theft by taking the necessary steps to safeguard your go-to device.

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Ask the Experts: Marketing

By: Holly Love 09.30.21 8 minute read Ask The Experts

In this series, we take a look at the inner workings of the Credit Union and meet some of the champions who help our members in every facet of their financial lives. This month, we met up with expert Mike Dinneen, who oversees American Heritage’s Marketing Department and leads member communication in digital and print media.

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What to Consider Before Buying Your First RV, Boat, ATV, or Motorcycle

By: American Heritage 09.16.21 3 minute read Auto

Nothing beats spending time in the great outdoors, but having the right equipment on hand can make each outing more fun and exciting. If you’re thinking of buying your first outdoor toy – whether it’s a boat, motorcycle, ATV, or RV – congratulations! It’s a big step toward helping you and your loved ones have fun away from the TV.

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Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) vs. Refinancing: What's Best for Me?

By: Holly Love 09.09.21 4 minute read Home Equity

For the seasoned homeowner, researching how to fund your next big project or life event can bring up a variety of complicated terms. Many of these terms are presented together, but they often work very differently from one another. In this article, we compare a Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) to refinancing your existing mortgage. To learn how each option works and when you would want to choose one over another, continue reading.

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Ask the Experts: Commercial Lending

By: Holly Love 09.02.21 8 minute read Business Ask The Experts

In this series, we take a look at the inner workings of the Credit Union and meet some of the champions who help our members in every facet of their financial lives. This month, we met up with expert William Mello, who has brought an industry’s worth of experience to American Heritage’s business lending teams.

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First Time Buying a Home? Avoid These 7 Mistakes

By: American Heritage 08.26.21 3 minute read Mortgage

Buying a house is a great investment in your future. But the process can be a bit confusing when you’re first starting out. If you’re not careful, or let your emotions get the better of you, it’s possible to make mistakes that can derail the homebuying process or lead you to a home that isn’t the best fit for you (or your finances). Be sure to avoid these common homebuying mistakes from the beginning.

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What You Should Know About Paycheck Advance Apps

By: Holly Love 08.12.21 3 minute read Savings & Budgeting

Payday is, for some, a mini personal celebration that happens one or two times per month. For others, payday is a welcome relief to help afford the necessities of life. For many Americans, living paycheck to paycheck is an unfortunate way of life, especially during difficult economic times. The gap between paydays can seem to stretch on and on. To combat this, some app developers have stepped in with a proposed solution: paycheck advance apps. A way to get your paycheck early sounds like a dream come true, but what’s the catch?

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Ask the Experts: Consumer Lending

By: Holly Love 08.05.21 6 minute read Ask The Experts Credit

In this series, we take a look at the inner workings of the Credit Union and meet some of the champions who help our members in every facet of their financial lives. This month, we met up with expert Bryan Eichenbaum, an expert on all things lending at American Heritage.

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