The Summit Blog

Insights and tips to help you with your finances, plus information from The Summit’s community partners.

Reasons to Use a Debit Card

Five (Really Good) Reasons You Should Use Your Debit Card

November 4, 2024

Is your debit card the one you use most for purchases? Here are five reasons it should be.

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How to Brace for Rising Home Costs: A Guide for Homeowners and Renters

October 3, 2024

Have you noticed your insurance bills skyrocketing lately? If so, you’re in good company. According to Policygenius, the average home insurance premium increased by 21% between May 2022 and May 2023. Combine this with rising housing costs, property taxes, and high interest rate debt, and it’s no wonder why so many Americans are struggling in […]

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Coping With Financial Stress

September 10, 2024

Life is expensive and it can be easy to get stressed about money. Here are some tips and tricks for handling the stress and taking back control of your finances.

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Phone a Friend. Refer a Friend

August 26, 2024

How many times have you really enjoyed something, or found something works well for you? The first thing you want to do is tell someone, right? You want to share with friends and family so that they can enjoy those same things. Our members are our greatest ambassadors. Take this comment from a member, for […]

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You’ve thought about money FOR college. Now think about money AT college.

August 21, 2024

College costs money. But while you’re calculating the expense of tuition, room and board, you can sometimes overlook the fact that you’ll usually need additional funds for things like supplies, transportation, and personal items (and maybe pizza).

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Shared Branching – What It Is and How You Can Benefit

August 5, 2024

Shared Branching is unique to credit unions. Shared Branching is a national network of credit unions from all over the country that share facilities to give members thousands of convenient locations to perform financial transactions.

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The Power of Volunteerism

July 29, 2024

For many young people, volunteerism can play an important role in personal growth and skill development. It can offer a platform for discovering passions and interests, building social skills, and getting real-world experience. Gaining a sense of fulfillment while making a positive impact on the community can be very rewarding. Building friendships with like-minded individuals along the way is the icing on the cake. The power of camaraderie and collaboration is priceless.

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Tis the $eason (For a Mid-Year Money Checklist)

July 3, 2024

As summer hits its stride, the idea of financially preparing for the holidays might feel like overkill. July is an ideal month to assess your financial picture and make mid-year adjustments that will help you cruise into the holiday months with fewer concerns. To make planning easier, here is a seven-item checklist you can use as your guide:  

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Creative Ways to Gift Money

June 20, 2024

Money is the perfect one-size-fits-all gift, especially when it comes to graduation presents. Gift cards are always appreciated, but if you are giving cash, consider adding a little extra sparkle! Here are some ways to make your gift even more memorable.

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Financial Tools to Set Up After College

June 13, 2024

You’ve just graduated from college. Congratulations!  You are also embarking on a new chapter of your financial life. How you handle this next phase will determine your fiscal future in the long and short term. Here are three tools to add to your financial toolkit immediately.

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Meet the Beneficiaries for Taste of Syracuse 2024

June 4, 2024

By Dawn Kellogg We’ve been the title sponsor of Taste of Syracuse since 2017. If you’ve been, you know what a huge treat this event is! Not only is it Central New York’s biggest food and beverage festival, it’s also jam-packed with music. This year, we’re welcoming Cracker and Hanson to the stages on Saturday […]

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Elevating the Ordinary – It’s What We Do

May 29, 2024

By Laurie Baker, President and CEO Taglines say a lot about a brand, a company, or an organization. Just think about those products and services we hear commercials for everyday: Nike (Just Do It), the US Postal Service (We Deliver), Dunkin’ (America Runs on Dunkin’), and L’Oreal (Because You’re Worth It). Taglines are not just […]

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