Financial Freedom Articles

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Autobooks is a versatile digital payment acceptance solution that works inside your financial institution’s existing online and mobile banking platform.

Jim Adamczyk

FAIRWINDS Credit Union’s Chief Strategy Officer selected as a 2025 recipient.

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Combining finances after marriage can help you save money as a couple. However, don't overlook these commonly missed saving opportunities.

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Divorced? Secure your future by updating health, life, auto, and home insurance—smart steps for peace of mind and a confident new beginning.

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Learn how to tell marital from separate property—and why it matters—when dividing assets during divorce. Stay informed, stay in control.

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Discover how scammers are masquerading as toll road authorities to extract money and information from unsuspecting people and how you can avoid becoming a victim yourself.

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Surprised by how fast costs add up when living solo? Discover hidden expenses beyond rent—and how to dodge budget-busting surprises.

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Turning dreams into keys—see how financial education and hands-on support are helping families build lasting homes and brighter futures.

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As part of FAIRWINDS’ ongoing leadership development efforts and the credit union’s mission to help members achieve financial freedom, several key executive and senior management promotions were announced.