Three common money mistakes people make

The following is a sponsored post from Freedom Federal Credit Union Managing money responsibly doesn’t just happen. Even with the best of intentions, many people make mistakes in how they handle money – and they don’t even realize it. But there’s good news! Harmful behaviors can be unlearned. Let’s look at three common money mistakes and how to fix them. […]

Freedom Federal Credit Union announces #SummerofFreedomFCU winner

BEL AIR, MD—Freedom Federal Credit Union recently concluded their fourth #SummerofFreedomFCU photo contest. Diane May, a science teacher at Patterson Mill Midde School in Harford County, won the grand prize of $1,000. May was on a roll, having just recently been awarded a Golden Apple Educator Award grant by Freedom for use in her science classroom. After the Golden Apple […]

Freedom Federal Credit Union, Harford Community College announce #MyFightingOwlsFreedom social media contest

BEL AIR, MD—Freedom Federal Credit Union, in partnership with Harford Community College, has announced the launch of a new contest open to anyone connected to Harford Community College as a student, alumnus, employee, or parent. The #MyFightingOwlsFreedom contest invites participants to post a photo with a caption explaining how the college has helped them find freedom in their lives along […]

Building Financial Resilience: Strategies for Overcoming Financial Stress

The following is a sponsored post from Freedom Federal Credit Union In today’s fast-paced world, we face many financial challenges as we juggle multiple responsibilities. The constant pressure to earn enough for day-to-day expenses, while remembering to put away money for your financial goals never lets up. To make it even more difficult, life only gets more expensive as time […]

Freedom Federal Credit Union selects 8 educators as 2023 Golden Apple Awards recipients

JOPPA, MD—At a reception held at Mountain Branch in Joppa on Tuesday, August 1, 2023, Freedom Federal Credit Union honored Christina Polsinelli and Don Heiderman, as the grand prize award recipients of the Credit Union’s 2023 Golden Apple Annual Educator Awards. The program, now in its twelfth year, doubled its grant program last year to include Baltimore County. Golden Apple […]

Is the work/life balance a myth?

The following is a sponsored post from Freedom Federal Credit Union. Balancing a personal life with a career can be a lifelong struggle. Work obligations, stresses and interruptions can impinge on the time you spend with family, friends and pursuing your own interests. On the flip side, family and other personal obligations can interrupt work responsibilities and professional goals. Fortunately, […]

How to avoid celebrity scams

The following is a sponsored post from Freedom Federal Credit Union. Celebrity scams prey on society’s trust in celebrities and the adulation many people have for the rich and famous. Unfortunately, celebrity scams are becoming increasingly common and can be challenging to spot. Here’s what you need to know about these scams and how to protect yourself from falling victim. […]

4 Ways to Communicate More Effectively at Work

The following is a sponsored post from Freedom Federal Credit Union. Effective communication helps reduce misunderstandings, fosters a positive workplace vibe, encourages productive collaboration, and helps prepare team members for challenging situations the company may experience. Here are four ways to communicate more effectively at work. Be Clear and Concise – The fewer words you use to communicate, the better. […]