It’s no secret that the cost of living in 2024 is placing an economic burden on Americans, which can be quite stressful. According to a recent report by the California Legislative Analyst’s Office, “prices have grown by 20 percent overall since 2020, with energy prices the most volatile since 2020.” Mixed with the U.S Bureau of Labor Statistics noting that since 2023, consumer pricing has increased by 3.1 percent across the country, it is no wonder you may feel like you’re fighting every day to reach your financial goals ..read more

Join SAFE and other credit unions as we raise money for Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals in the SacTown Run ..read more

Inflation and economic downturns can significantly impact households, underscoring the importance of comprehensive asset protection. Within the past couple of years, we have seen a surge in inflation rates and even the initial signs of a recession, leaving many individuals and families concerned about safeguarding their financial well-being. A heavily impacted auto industry that is still recovering from the pandemic is also making it challenging to find replacement vehicles. Many vehicles are back to losing value at a higher rate than during the pandemic. Amidst such uncertainty, traditional ..read more

There’s a sneaky way that thieves steal your account information that everyone should be on the watch for: card skimmers ..read more

Identity theft is a serious crime. According to the Federal Trade Commission, nearly 560,000 cases of identity theft were reported nationwide in the first half of 2023 alone. As thieves are looking for more ways to steal information and money from unsuspecting consumers, SAFE Credit Union is staying one step ahead of the fraud game to bring you the most recent trending scams and ways to avoid being at a loss ..read more

So, you’ve applied for a home or car loan, and within days you are inundated by offers from companies you may never had heard of. What’s going on? Did the financial institution sell your details to other companies ..read more

One of our region’s most popular winter holiday traditions is Sacramento Ballet’s production of “Nutcracker.” Thousands of families come each year to the SAFE Credit Union Performing Arts Center to enjoy the spectacle and joy of Clara’s journey to the land of the Sugar Plum Fairy accompanied by her Nutcracker prince ..read more

You’ve seen promotions for savings products such as certificates, savings, and checking accounts that show annual percentage yield (APY), interest rates or dividend rates ..read more

Preparing kids to achieve financial freedom is a big responsibility for parents, but there are plenty of ways to help kids of all ages get started with creating good money habits. Staff at SAFE branches love helping families work with their kids on money matters, including opening accounts, making them grow, and using them responsibly ..read more

The Federal Reserve Bank of New York released data that shows, for the first time ever, American credit card debt has surpassed $1 trillion. This proves now more than ever it is imperative to understand how to responsibly manage credit. Credit cards offer convenience, but if not handled well they can become a pathway to financial stress ..read more