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What I Learned Interning at a Credit Union

April 28, 2026

Most people think of banks and credit unions as the same thing: just a place to keep your money. But after spending my last semester in college interning in the marketing department at Radiant Credit...

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Do Checking Accounts Earn Interest?

Generally, checking accounts do not accrue interest since they’re mostly for short-term deposits and expenses. An interest checking account is a great option if you plan on keeping a high balance in your checking account. Keep reading to decide if a checking account that earns interest is right for you, how it works, and a few general requirements that go with it. ...Read More

All You Need to Know About Savings Certificates

If the lump under your mattress is getting uncomfortably big and you’re looking for a safer, more lucrative place to park your savings, look no further than Radiant Credit Union. As an institution that’s completely devoted to your financial wellness, we offer several secure options for savings, including Savings Accounts, Money Market Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, and more ...Read More

9 Ways to Save Without Suffering

We all know we should save more money than we do. We either need to pay down debt, build an emergency fund, or save for retirement; perhaps even all three! Accomplishing these goals can be tough, but perhaps not so much if you choose to save smarter, not harder. Try these handy tips to help you save, and you just might find yourself with a tidy savings balance you never thought possible. ...Read More

How Using an Auto Loan Cosigner Impacts Your Loan

If you’re a first-time car buyer, don’t have much of a credit history, or perhaps need to start rebuilding your credit, getting an auto loan might be a little challenging. However, one way to help your auto loan approval process is to have a cosigner on your loan. Read below to see how much a cosigner can help in securing an auto loan. ...Read More

How to Buy a Car From a Private Seller

Choosing to buy a car from a private seller can be a good option if you have your eye on a particular model or you are looking to save some money. Let’s take a look at the benefits and risks of buying a car from a private seller and how to go about finding, negotiating, and financing a private car sale. ...Read More

5 Tips to Jump Start Your Savings

It’s human nature. We’re all wired to meet our immediate wants, whether it’s indulging in a tempting bowl of ice cream, spending too much time scrolling through social media, or treating ourselves to an impulse purchase. ...Read More

How Are Auto Loans Calculated?

Buying a car can be one of the most expensive purchases you make. If you decide not to pay cash outright, you might stop to think about how auto loans are calculated. ...Read More

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