Money, I'm Home

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How to Get Lost and Find Yourself Helping Your Community

In this episode, we'll discuss the impactful community work done by Consumers Credit Union. For us, charity is not just about financial donations - it's about contributing our time and skills as well. We proudly partner with organizations that our employees feel strongly about and enjoy volunteering with. Tune in to learn how we're helping empower people and make a lasting difference across the neighborhoods we serve.

Scammed! It's Probably Not IF, But WHEN.

Plan For the Unplanned: Building an Emergency Fund You Can Rely On

In this podcast we discuss the importance of having an emergency fund to cover unexpected expenses. Not having savings is a leading cause of stress when emergencies strike. Learn a step-by-step approach to determine how much to save based on your individual needs. By the end, listeners will understand why an emergency fund should be a core part of their budget and have the knowledge to get started on building their own reliable rainy day savings.

Home In on Small Business Success

Running a small business can feel isolating, but on this episode we explore how the Small Business Association of Maine (SBAM) helps entrepreneurs feel less alone. SBAM offers networking and educational resources that have proven invaluable. No business owner truly goes it alone who is organizations like SBAM and Consumers Credit Union!

You Stuffed Your Money Where?

Cash stuffing? Is it an effect way to build an emergency fund or even pay off debt. The concept is right, but Consumer offers a digital safer way to do it! Tune in to find out how incorporating digital envolopes into your routine could meet your financial goals.

Congrats on Your New Kid! Cha-Ching ...

On this week's episode we are joined by two of our regular experts as well as two brand new parents. Only two short weeks after having their first baby, they have graciously agreed to come on as special guests all the way from St. Louis! Tune in as we discuss money, savings, and overall financial stability - not only for raising children, but for life in general. We'll share tips on achieving financial security through various stages of life. Stay until the end of the episode to hear Josh ...

Wimee: Empowering Young Minds Through Playful Imagination

In this episode, we explore the world of Wimee, an innovative educational robot. We're thrilled to continue our partnership with Wimee into 2024 and excited to share the news of Wimee's new book all about money!

Unwrapping Fraudsters' Favorite Holiday Schemes

The Holiday season can be a fraudsters favorite time. Lots of us are buying gifts both online and in stores. Its important to watch your back, and protect your money! Remeber, if a deal seems too good to be true, it probably is! 

Ho Ho Homes: Looking Forward to 2024

Whether you're just wondering what's going on in the housing market, or maybe your New Year's resolution is to get that new home. This podcast is full of useful information for you! Find out what to expect in 2024 with this crazy housing market.

Identifying the Signs of the Holiday Blues

The holiday blues are real, and they can affect anybody! Give this podcast a listen to help idetify the warning signs and find out how to help firends and love ones through the holiday blues.

Credit Unions Bank Businesses Better

A lot of times when people think business banking, they don't think credit unions. They couldn't be more wrong! As a credit union, we love helping businesses with their finances. In fact, there are even some advantages, outlined in this podcast, to doing your business banking with a credit union versus a larger bank.

Consumers' Own Jim McKee Building Community Through Humility

On this special 250th episode of Money, I'm Home, we speak to the man... The myth... The legend... Jim McKee. Jim has been an employee at Consumers for over 15 years. If Consumers is volunteering or sponsoring an event out in the community, you can pretty much bank on Jim being there. On this episode you will find out why Jim has made volunteering and service a priority in his life.

Being Proactive When Managing Your Mortgage Payments

Tough financial situation can truly happen to anybody. It could be something a long time in the making, or it could be some thing that comes out of nowhere after something unexpected happens. In this weeks podcast, will talk about what to do if you find yourself in trouble with your finances. Our number one piece of advice: Be proactive, and start asking questions early.

From Serving Our Country to Serving Communities

Wimee Founder and President, Michael Hyacinthe, joins us this week to talk about his journey as a veteran and entrepreneur.

Fraud Lurking in Our Community

To many, fraud might seem like something that could never happen to them or sombody they know. In reality, it is happing every day, to people in OUR community. 

Helping Women Live Their Best Life

This week, we're excited to have one of our partners, the Women's Resource Center on the podcast! This organization educates and empowers women to workplace success in the Grand Rapids area and beyond! 

Scary Mortgage Rates

Look out! Haloween is coming... it can be a scary time. You know what else is a bit scarry at the moment? That's right, mortgage rates. Give this podcast a listen and get some insite on what you might be able to expect with the mortagage market in the next few weeks. 

Protect Yourself and Your Family From Social Media Scams

Has anybody ever reached ot to you and tried to pay you to "use" a picture you posted on social media? It might be real... but chances are its a scam. As you probably have heard before, most of the time if it sounds too good to be true, it probably is! 

John Ball Zoo Goes Boo!

On this special episode of Money, I'm Home, we recorded, live on site at the John Ball Zoo. This episode highlights are great relationship with the zoo, some info about conservation and exciting upcoming events like Zoo Goes Boo. 

So You’re Firing Your Business Banker

Did you know, as a credit union, we can offer you just about everything you need and then some when it comes to business banking! Give this podcast a listen to hear some of our business service team members talk about business banking successes!

Avoiding the Latest Crypto Scams and More

Have you ever heard of a Bitcoin ATM? They're located at public places like gas stations and areone of the latest tools scammers are using. Give this podcast to listen to find out more how scammers are utilizing them to make money untraceable.

From Surviving to Thriving - Living With Long COVID

Chances are if you haven't had Covid yourself, you know someone who has. So you have probably heard about the long lasting affects some people experience. Some might think that it's in peoples heads, but recent studies have shown that there is actually some medical merit to these long lasting symptoms. Listen to this podcast to find out a little bit more!

Finding a Happy Place to Benefit Alzheimer’s

Chances are you know atleast one person that has been affected by Alzheimer's. On this episode, will share a special event that Consumers is proud to sponser. This event benefits the Alzheimer's Association. Find out the background on the event, and how you can get involved as a sponsor or participant!

Unlocking the Power of HELOCs

Have you ever wondered if getting a home equity line of credit is the right thing for you? Maybe you don't even know what HELOC is. On this weeks episode, we talk with Consumers' own David Pendley about HELOCs! 

A "Rising Star" Right at Consumers

That right a true raising star right at Consumers – our own, Kyle Wyne. Kyle joins us this week, with a couple of his coworkers, to talk about the national award they nominated him for! 

Behind the Scams - Meet the Sophisticated Fraudster

On this special edition of our monthly fraud podcast, we meet the one, the only, Sophisticated Fraudster. We will (try) to learn a little bit about his background, the schemes he runs, but most importantly, give you the insisde scoop, to help keep you from falling victim to his shenanigans.

Staying Competitive in Today’s Mortgage Market

Even thought it may seem like the mortgage market has slowed down a bit, it is still very  competitive for certain price range houses. We are joined this week by David Pendley and Josh Summerfield to give you some tips and tricks on how to get your best shot at your dream house! 

The Inside Scoop on Drive For Life

Consumer Credit Union is a long time sponser of the Drive For Life event. This week we welcome Matt Thomas, Acquisition at Zeigler Automotive Group, to give us the inside scoop on this year's event. Listen in to hear the details and find out how you can be part of the event!

A True National Champion on the Consumers Team!

Yes! That's right. Just like the title says, A True National Champion on the Consumers Team. On this week's episode, Nate Thompson shares the story of how he and his team just won the wiffle ball national championship! 

Young Talent Brings Fresh Perspectives

New prespectives can bring a fresh outlook! This week, we talk with two of our summer interens here at Consumers about not only what they are working on, but also what they hope to get out of there time here! 

Staying Scam Savvy

Stay savvy with those scamers! The scammer are not stopping anytime soon. Consumers own, Kristy Desimone is here to give you some tips to stay safe!   

Funding Options for Your Home Down Payment

Did you know that you might qualify for a grant to fund part, or all of your down payment on your house? Consumer own mortgage experts are here again this month to talk about how we can help get you into that dream home.

Being There for the Older Generation

Milestone Senior Services is a Kalamazoo organization whose main focus is helping seniors age in place. From meals on wheeles to building wheelchair ramps Milestone Senior Services is a great resource in the community. 

Pass on Passing Out Your Password

Don't fall victum to a scams! The golden rule is never give out your online banking password! 

Double Trouble on Father’s Day

"Thanks Jake Esselink for your wonderful production skills!" That's the line you've heard at the end of each episode for the last 226 episodes. Who is Jake Esselink you might ask? Not only is he the guy writing this description right now, he is also the guest on this special Father's Day edition episode. 

Caring for Your Biggest Investment

Are you a homeowner? Even if you answered no to that question, maybe you plan on buying your own home at some point. Your house could be the single biggest investment that you will ever make in your life. Give this weeks episode a listen to make sure you're taking the right steps as you're making your next big purchase.

Mastering the Art of Banking Innovation for Our Members

Consumers is excited to welcome Paul Tobin and Monica Chung from MasterCard on this weeks episode! We were honored to accept the Innovation Award again this year from MasterCard. Give this episode a listen to find out a little bit more about the award. 

When a Call for Help Is Really a Scam for Cash

Fraudsters have gotten really "high tech" recently. Don't get fooled by phone calls that might sound like your loved ones! 

Unique Start Up Finds Financing That Fits

Consumers has the ability to be pretty unique with our lending! Listen in to here about a cool new start up we were able to help!

Times Change, But Motherhood Is Timeless

The title says it all. Over the years a lot has changed: technology, the workforce and family dinamics in general. On this special Mother's Day edition, Lynne talks with her mother in law about what it was like to raise nine kids, and the changes she has seen over the years as she has become a great grandma! 

Your Credit Score and Mortgage Rate: The Facts

We're sure you have heard about the recent changes with the mortage market in reguards to credit score. Consumers' own, David Pendley, is here to put the rumors to bed and talk the truth about these new changeds.

Text Scams Are on the Upswing

Watch out for texting scams! Our advice would be to avoid clicking on links that come in text messages. Eithere way, give this podcast a listne to hear more about these types of texting scams. 

Know the Score When It Comes to Your Credit

When was the last time you checked your credit score? Did you know you can check it for free at Consumers? Yep, that right, free, and there is no penalty for checking! 

Belonging and Acceptance

Diversity and inclusion can easily become a buzzwords at many organizations. Is your organization doing it right?

Can I Afford to Buy a Home

It's spring time! That means it could be a great time to buy or sell your house! Consumers' own mortgage experts David and Josh are here to give you some insight on the spring mortgage market.

Bringing Passion and CARE to Health Care

For most people, the hospital is a place where you go and what time of need. Have you ever took the time to pause  and think of all the different things that go on behind-the-scenes of a hospital. Give this podcast a listen for a little sneak peek behind the scenes in Cherry Hill.

Beware of Fraudsters Sliding Into Your DMs

Have you heard of the newest scam? Fraudsters sliding into your DMs?! Give this podcast a listen to so that you know what to look out for. And remember, If it's too good to be true, it probably is. 

Living His Best Life After a Medical Miracle

Paul DeWyse joins us this week on a special episode, recorded at the cues conference, to talk about his medical miracle journey, that has taken place over the last five years, since his double lung transplant.   

The Spring Mortage Market Is Right Around the Corner

Have you had the thought, it might be time to sell your house this spring? Would you even know where to start if you wanted to? Is it the right time? Is the market going up or down? These are all great questions that Consumers' mortgage experts Josh and David are here to answer on this weeks episode!