Open Road or Open Water? Think Safety First
Let’s start with the Open Road… Do you love sitting on a rumbling mass of polished chrome, an endless ribbon of highway urging you on? Have you finally dusted off your ride and taken in warmer days?...
View ArticleDurbin Amendment Harms Credit Unions … and YOU!
Government legislation is now making its way across Capitol Hill that could drive small financial institutions (like Vantage) out of the debit card business. The Durbin Amendment, included in the...
View ArticleYoung and Free in 2010
When the first Young & Free program launched in Alberta Canada (via Servus CU) a few years back, I remember thinking, “We must do that!” Many here at Vantage thought the same thing. Today, we are...
View ArticleWheels and Deals; Shop for a Vehicle Online!
She’s been a good friend, but her mood’s been a little temperamental lately, and she’s let you down on more than one occasion. Not that looks are important, but she’s getting a little long in the tooth...
View ArticleWhy Should You Care About the Durbin Amendment?
The Great Interchange Debate Credit unions and community banks all across America are warning the public about an amendment (called “the Durbin amendment”) to the Financial Reform Bill currently being...
View ArticleHappy Father's Day 2010
We really enjoyed creating the Mother's Day video last month. So, we decided to do the same for our Dads. Once again, we visited with several of our dads, here at Vantage Credit Union, and asked them;...
View ArticleFoursquare in 4 minutes.
What is Foursquare (not the kids game)? Why is it growing so fast? Here is a short video I put together explaining the basics of how it works. For more details on how the game works and common...
View ArticleThe Reality of Your Real Estate
If you’re in the market for a new home, you’re in luck; there’s never been a better time to buy. Rates are near historic lows. The only catch––if you already own a home, you’ll need to sell it in a...
View ArticleNot Your Mama's Account Online Tour
Although I may not be Young & Free, I recently enrolled in the Not Your Mama's Account online banking system. This online system was built from the ground up to work specifically with the Not Your...
View ArticleFederal Insurance Increases
UPDATE: The $250,000 Share Insurance Protection increase is now permanent!The Helping Families Save Their Homes Act of 2009, signed into law May 20, 2009, included a provision extending $250,000 share...
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