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Managing your money as a college student can be challenging. This guide provides essential tips on everything from choosing the right bank account and creating a simple budget to avoiding common financial traps and starting to build good credit for your future.

Learn practical strategies to pay off debt faster and stay debt-free. This guide explains budgeting basics, proven payoff methods like snowball and avalanche, and when to consider consolidation, all with tips to help you stay motivated.

With rising costs for essentials like food and gas, managing a budget can feel more challenging than ever. This guide provides practical tips for adjusting your spending, building your emergency fund, and creating a flexible financial plan that can weather any economic shift.

Summer is here, but the fun doesn't mean you have to break the bank. Here are a few tips for maximizing your summer spending!

VACU's new Blacksburg branch will feature community space, multifunction ATMs, and reflects its continued commitment to serving the New River Valley region.

Following a successful merger in August 2024, Virginia Credit Union and its Member One division are pleased to announce that the now-combined organization will operate in all markets as Virginia Credit Union, beginning in the spring of 2026.

Member One, a division of Virginia Credit Union, will contribute a total of $50,000 during the next five years to support the Henrietta Lacks Excellence in Medicine Scholarship at the Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine.

Learn how to fund your remodel with a home equity loan. Get rates, pros and cons, and tips to apply with Member One in 2025.

Learn how to calculate what you can afford for an auto loan. Use our affordability tool and budgeting tips to make a smart, stress-free car purchase.