Ashley Wainwright

How to pay down debt fast

Considering mortgages, auto loans, credit cards, student loans, and personal loans, Americans surpassed $17 trillion in debt in 2024. But not all debts are created equal! Let’s look at how to pay off debt quickly, which debts to pay first, and the best ways to handle multiple credit accounts. Additionally, we will share creative ideas […]

Feel your best with financial self-care

Self-care looks different for everyone: a little retail therapy, an at-home spa treatment, a fancy coffee or a little treat, a binge-fest with the cast of FRIENDS, a fancy dinner out, or a big serving of mom’s lasagna. No matter what forms of self-care you indulge in, we should all practice this form of pampering: […]

Pig Butchering: The Scam That Feeds on Trust

Pig butchering scams are a form of investment fraud that have seen a dramatic rise in recent years, both nationally and here at Empeople Credit Union. The term “pig butchering” metaphorically describes the process of fattening a pig before slaughter, which parallels the way scammers groom their victims to extract as much money as possible. […]