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Financial Wellness

Congratulations on taking the first steps towards financial freedom! At Achieve Financial Credit Union, we offer the tools and resources to empower you to take charge of your financial future. Utilize our digital banking for personal financial management and explore our range of savings, lending, investment, and insurance options tailored to support your path to financial wellness.

7 Steps to Financial Freedom

Financial freedom is the ultimate goal for many individuals, representing the ability to live the life you want without being constrained by money worries. Whether it's retiring early, traveling the world, or simply enjoying the peace of mind that comes with financial security, achieving financial freedom is a journey that requires planning, discipline, and the right guidance.

At Achieve, we're dedicated to helping you attain financial freedom. Our knowledgeable staff are here to provide personalized advice and support every step of the way. Here's a roadmap to get you started on your path to financial freedom.

Understand where you stand today by assessing your income, expenses, debts, and assets. This comprehensive overview will provide a clear picture of your financial health and help you identify areas for improvement.

Set specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound goals to guide your financial journey. These might include building an emergency fund, paying off high-interest debt, saving for retirement, or planning for significant purchases like a home or education.

A budget is essential for managing your money. Track your spending, categorize expenses, set spending limits, and review your budget regularly to stay on track and make adjustments as needed. To get started, log into digital banking, navigate to the Financial Wellness widget and select Budgets. Alternatively, download a free budgeting worksheet here.

Start by setting aside a small amount each month until you have an emergency fund that covers 3-6 months of living expenses. This fund will provide a financial safety net for unexpected expenses.

Use the debt snowball or debt avalanche method to pay off debt. The snowball method focuses on the smallest debts first, while the avalanche method targets debts with the highest interest rates.

Automate your savings, diversify your investments, and maximize retirement contributions. These practices will help you build wealth over time and achieve long-term financial stability. 

As an Achieve member, you have access to a free financial adviser, who can help you reach your financial goals. 

Financial Advising Services Offered:

  • Financial Planning
  • Wealth Preservation
  • Comprehensive Financial Guidance
  • Retirement Planning
  • Tax-advantaged Investment Planning
  • And more

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Achieving financial freedom can be complex. Achieve Financial Credit Union's knowledgeable staff can help you create a personalized financial plan, navigate investment options, and stay accountable to your goals.