October is National Financial Planning Month. With the holidays right around the corner, National Financial Planning Month serves as a great reminder to take a looks at your financial plans and take steps to improve your overall financial health.

Life is busy. At WyHy, we try to make banking as simple as possible for our members. Take a look at all of the ways that you can check banking tasks off of your to-do list from wherever you are.

Zelle® is a fast, safe, and easy way to send and receive money with people you trust, like your babysitter, your friends, family, or your coworkers.

For many of us, making a budget seems like a daunting and stressful task. However, a budget is an essential component of money management and can help you get a handle on your finances and plan for your future.

Our members are wondering about mortgage rates, costs for getting a home loan, and whether they should wait to buy until rates decrease. Here is what WyHy’s home loan professionals have to say on these topics!

Homeownership is a cornerstone of the American dream, and for good reason -- For most people, their home is their largest investment, and their monthly mortgage payment goes to benefit them in the short and long term by building equity and creating a stable financial portfolio.

We've all heard about the benefits of setting financial goals. They help you stay focused on saving, help keep your finances organized, and are an important part of YOU becoming financially secure. But, we don't hear as much is about how many people never achieve their goals.

Your teen has graduated high school and is off to college in the fall! We're with you with a few important tips to set your teen up for financial success through their college years and beyond!

Equifax – one of the three major U. S. credit reporting agencies – has admitted it sent out inaccurate credit score data on millions of Americans. This happened from mid-March into early April.

Looking for a simpler way to buy a car? As a WyHy member, you have access to AutoSmart, our online vehicle marketplace for an easy car buying experience.

It’s never too early - or too late - to start saving for your future. Or saving for something a short time away like the downpayment on a house, your kid’s college education, or anything else. A great way to grow your money is with a Term Share Certificate at WyHy. That’s certainly a long name for what most people simply call a certificate, but that’s exactly what a Share Certificate is - a certificate account.

Debt consolidation rolls multiple debts, typically high-interest debt such as credit card bills, into a single payment. Debt consolidation might be a good idea as it can help you reduce your total debt and reorganize it so you can pay it off faster.

June 26th marked the 88th anniversary of the Federal Credit Union Act, signed into law by President Franklin D. Roosevelt during the Great Depression on June 26, 1934. The Act was designed to give Americans more access to credit through a community-based approach. 

We've all been there - the unexpected medical bill, the car broke down at the worst possible time, the moment where you wonder, "...how much ramen is TOO much ramen?"

The current Guinness World Record for most credit cards belongs to Zheng Xiangchen who has 1,562 credit cards in his name. If you carefully stacked the cards end to end, they'd reach over the top of a four-story building.

We seem to be hearing a great deal lately about home prices, interest rates, lack of inventory, and the list goes on. The last time that we saw such a rapid increase in mortgage rates was in the early 80s – nearly 40 years ago!

Online banking has made remote banking extremely easy, but there are still times you need the help of an actual banking professional!

We love having you as a WyHy Member and we hope you love being a member! As a member, why not share the value of membership with your family, friends, and your co-workers?

Don't miss out on the smartest checking account around! Did you know that with WyHy's FREE SmartReturns Checking Account you'll earn 3.00% APY* on balances up to $15,000!

At WyHy we believe that membership DOES have its privileges and that these benefits should be offered with the best rates and lowest fees possible.

The WyHy Mobile App and Home Banking are getting an upgrade! Exciting updates are coming to the WyHy digital banking experiences We've reimagined the app and home banking navigation with a cleaner design and a simpler navigation flow that will help you easily accomplish your day-to-day mobile banking needs. 

In the past when you wanted to use your home’s equity you had to choose between the flexibility of a HELOC or the steady payments of a fixed rate Home Equity Loan. Now, you can have both with WyHy’s new Hybrid HELOC.

It’s been several months, but you might remember that we asked for your vote on the look of the redesigned WyHy Debit Card. You certainly let us know!  Well, the wait is over, and the members have spoken!  You wanted to show off the beauty of our great state.

There’s no doubt about it - improving financial health can improve health in general. Questions and concerns around finances, investing, and retirement can cause unwanted stress. Our financial advisors, Evan Kulak & Michael McDermott, can help improve your financial health & wellness.

With Zelle® it’s now easy to send and receive money from people you trust like family and friends.  P2P, or Person to Person payments are a great convenience - and it’s free to WyHy members!  It’s similar to cash.  So, you want to make sure you use it to pay only those people you know and trust, like your roommate, your dad, close friends, or the kids. It’s not for sending money to people you don’t know, like that stranger on the internet -who is offering a super deal on those adorable puppies.

We want to make you aware of events that will transpire Thursday, March 31st, and Friday, April 1st.  As you might recall, on October 1, 2021, the members of Green River Basin FCU in Green River Wyoming were merged into the membership of WyHy.  

Whether you’re buying your first home or your tenth, WyHy is thrilled to announce we now have a full array of mortgage products available for every need. Hopefully, you have seen the Home Equity specials that we are currently offering. Great rates, fixed-rate options, and no fees!  

We continue to see members being taken by this type of scam.  We want to let you know how these cons operate so that you might better protect yourself.

Whether you’re preparing your own taxes or handing off your documents to a professional the first step is to collect your tax forms, so you aren’t scrambling once you start the process.

A person's credit history and credit score, play a key role in today’s living. Credit plays a huge part in a variety of things, from the rate you pay on a home and car loans, to the cost of insurance and even if we qualify to rent an apartment or get a job.  So how can you improve your credit if it’s not the most stellar?  

Having your information stolen can be a stressful experience; particularly when the information stolen gives the thief access to your finances.While there are ways to recover from debit card fraud, a good offense is always the best defense.

Home prices around the US have seen rapid increases since 2019. Property values are at their highest since 2005, increasing more than 13% from March 2020 to March 2021. Those prices aren’t only in hot markets — valuations are rising from coast to coast.

There's still time to make financial decisions for 2022 that could make it your best financial year ever. Here are some suggestions for making your dollars go a bit further this year.

There are many reasons why banking at WyHy is the smart choice. Unlike banks that are owned by investors, WyHy is owned by YOU, our members. You are much more than a simple customer, you're a member/owner in the WyHy family. Membership gives you the opportunity to have a say in the way WyHy is run.

The April 18th federal tax filing deadline is still several weeks away but getting started on your taxes now can save you time and frustration later. The IRS will start accepting returns on January 24th.  Here is some information you may find helpful when completing and filing taxes.

No matter if you're just getting started in your career, a seasoned investor, or near or at retirement, WyHy's new wealth management service offers many options for you and your family. To find out more, we invite you to schedule a complimentary chat with our Wealth Management Financial Advisors, Evan Kulak & Michael McDermott.

Your resolutions for 2022 have many worthy goals - from fitness and healthy eating to more "me" time and self-care. One area that many people choose to focus on around the New Year is financial health. And at WyHy, we're here to help you save more money and reach your goal of having a fat and happy savings account.

It's a known fact that a vehicle loses around 20% of its value during the first year you own it. During this same one-year period the loan you got to purchase the vehicle does not always decrease at this same 20% rate.

Just in time for the new year and to take advantage of the 0% Balance Transfer / Cash Advance special!

Gone are the days of receiving a stack paper bills in your mailbox and going through books of checks to pay them. A 2017 study reviewed by Credit Union Times found that more than half of all the bills in America are paid online. And while bills offering the option to opt into payments online may be convenient, we think we can do you one better!

Whether you’re new to WyHy or just ready to make us your primary financial institution, the WyHy Digital app makes it easy to get all of your direct deposits, update recurring payments and more set up with nothing more than a few clicks. 

With exciting advances in modern technology, Digital Wallets have made it easier than ever to pay and be on your way. And WyHy makes it easy to add your card information to your smartphone or smartwatch and checkout with a simple tap of your device!

Convenience and security are not mutually exclusive here at WyHy! We believe that it is possible to both protect your identity and making handling your finances a breeze. Through the Digital Identification verification offered on our WyHy Digital: Mobile Banking platform, you can skip the hassle of answering numerous security questions and get right to managing your account.

You know what they say, “good friends share everything.” And here at WyHy, we believe in the other adage as well, “the more the merrier!” This is why we want YOU to share your credit union with those you know, and you can both reap the benefits. While rewarding our members for spreading the word about WyHy is nothing new, we have made some changes that you’re sure to love.

A message from Bill-  As we head into the traditional season of Thanksgiving, I want to share how deeply I appreciate your membership and ongoing loyalty to WyHy. We value the opportunity to serve you, and hope you feel our We’re with you spirit every time you stop into a branch, contact us by phone, through Online & Mobile Banking, engage with us on social media, or receive an email or text message.