The new year stands before us like a chapter in a book waiting to be written. And when it comes to our finances, starting the year off with knowledge and a plan can create a narrative of success and stability. It's not just about setting goals; it’s about forging a path that weaves financial wisdom with actionable strategies. Here are some steps we recommend you take now, to start your 2024 finances on the right foot.

Are you dreaming of owning your first home? Taking the leap into homeownership may seem like an intimidating endeavor, but fear not! With careful planning and smart financial strategies, you can turn your dream of buying your own home into a reality. In this blog, we will guide you through essential tips on how to effectively save for your first home purchase. So, let's dive in and discover the path to achieving your goal!

Are you an adult living in Canada who wants to improve your credit score? You're not alone! A good credit score is essential for financial stability and can open doors to opportunities like getting approved for loans or securing housing. Improving your credit score is a gradual process that requires consistency and responsible credit management. 

Financial literacy (understanding concepts such as budgeting, saving, investing, and understanding credit) is an essential skill that empowers individuals to make informed and responsible financial decisions. Unfortunately, not every Canadian has equal access to financial literacy resources and support, particularly among minority and BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Color) communities.

In July of this year, The Bank of Canada today increased its target for the overnight rate to 5%, with the Bank Rate at 5¼% and the deposit rate at 5%. This comes only weeks after its early June decision to raise it to 4.75%. Today, we'll be talking about this recent rate hike and how it might affect your finances. So, let's dive right in!

If you're looking to secure your financial future, building a solid portfolio is a crucial step in achieving your goals. An investment asset is a financial instrument that individuals obtain with the intention of generating income, capital appreciation, or both over time.

YNCU is dedicated to supporting small businesses in our communities and we want to see you succeed in making your lifelong dreams a reality. We’ve put together a few dos and don’ts to help guide you towards starting a small business.

At YNCU, we know entering the housing market is a daunting task. School does not prepare you for the financial risk you take when purchasing a home for the first time. We want to share with you some tips to help you enter the housing market, responsibly.

October 20th was Credit Union Day! To honour this day we wanted to share with you some background on credit unions and how YNCU makes an impact on the lives of our members.

At YNCU, we know that you take your finances seriously. You want to protect your financial assets as best as you can. There are a lot of widely held ideas about money that are simply not true. We want to help you achieve your financial goals by debunking some of the most controversial money myths.