How to navigate the what-ifs of college savings plans
In honor of 529 College Savings Day, here’s a look at how 529 college savings plans work—and what you can do when life happens and plans change.
Union Dubuque F.C. and Dupaco extend partnership
Dubuque, IA - Union Dubuque F.C. and Dupaco Community Credit Union are delighted to announce an agreement to extend the successful partnership that began in 2018. As with last year, Dupaco will continue to be prominently featured on the front…
8 hacks that will help you save more money
Looking for painless ways to spend less so you can save more? Sometimes, it’s just a matter of taking a closer look at where exactly your dollars are going—which can help you uncover hidden leaks along the way. Don’t feel…
How to help your kids establish their credit
By Noah Kachelski Member service representative at Dupaco’s Hillcrest Road branch When you teach children the value of money, you help set them up for financial success long after they leave the nest. An important part of those money lessons involves…
Buying a house? Here are 8 things you should know
By Stacy Rissman Mortgage lending consultant Pennsylvania Avenue branch in Dubuque Planning to buy a house? It’s an exciting time! It’s also likely the most money you’ll ever spend in a single transaction. The good news is there are steps…
Dupaco’s Great Credit Race aims to boost members’ financial lives
On a mission to help its members build their credit score for a brighter financial future, Dupaco Community Credit Union kicked off its third Great Credit Race on May 1, 2019. In the race, 12 participants will battle to build…
Dupaco’s new website to help you know, grow your money
Dupaco Community Credit Union is known for its Money Makeovers, which help members pay less and save more. Now the financial cooperative is getting a makeover of its own. On May 14, dupaco.com will roll out with a fresh and simplified design, enhanced…
How to price your garage sale items
Thinking about hosting a garage sale? There’s no time like the present! Dupaco Community Credit Union’s Community-Wide Garage Sales kick off Saturday, April 27, in Dubuque and Manchester, Iowa. MORE: Learn how to participate in one of Dupaco’s six Community-Wide…
How to avoid fees for savings transfers and withdrawals
Ever wondered why there’s sometimes a limit to the number of free transfers and withdrawals you can make from your savings accounts? It’s all connected to regulation from the Federal Reserve, known as Regulation D, or Reg D. The measure,…
Get the most from your tax refund
Make your money work for you. Here are some financially sustainable ideas to get the most savings from your hard-earned tax refund: Start a zero-sum budget Zero-sum budgeting forces you to give every dollar a job so that your bottom line…
How to choose the best rewards card for you
By Jim Bemboom Card services manager at Dupaco Community Credit Union Who doesn’t like to be rewarded? Rewards credit cards “reward” you with some type of bonus or extra perk when you use them. With Dupaco’s Rewards Visa credit card,…
How to decide whether you can afford a bigger home
By Krystal Frederick Mortgage lending consultant supervisor at Dupaco Community Credit Union Maybe your household has grown. Or your income has increased in recent years. Maybe you’re simply ready to trade your first house for one with a larger footprint.…