In a previous blog entry, we talked about exterior home improvements and ways to boost your home's curb appeal. Some of the improvements that offer the best return on your investment are exterior, such as a new roof, landscaping, etc. This time, let's go inside.
Read more: The Renovation Sensation: How to Determine What Makes "Cents"
You made a big investment when you purchased your home and, like any other investment, you want its value to increase.
Unlike other investments that are wholly affected by fluctuations in the stock market, you can directly impact the value of your home by making home improvements. Sure, the real estate market will have an impact, but anything you do to improve your property will increase its value.
April is National Credit Union Youth Month – a great time to learn about saving and establish a financial plan for your future graduates. But where should you start?
Did you know that children born today will pay up to four times more for tuition than a current 18 or 19- year-old? Why not start saving for college tuition the day your child is born? Watch your savings grow, and pass along responsible lifelong financial lessons to your child by educating them on the responsibilities and rewards of saving at a young age. This will also help prepare your child for those inevitable financial conversations regarding the high cost of college and their role in paying for it after graduation.
Each year in April, credit unions nationwide celebrate Youth Month. VLFCU is no exception and is excited to announce that we have revamped the celebration this year! We hope to engage more with our younger members and to educate them and their parents about the products and services specifically designed to help the youth in our community.
As part of our celebration, each branch will host contests and have giveaways throughout the month. We encourage you to bring your kids to a VLFCU branch for a visit!
The Annual Membership Meeting was held on March 21st at our Hayes Avenue Branch. Members and staff were addressed by Jude Hammond, Chairman of the Board, Bryan Myers, Chief Executive Officer, and Bill Stauder, Chairman of the Supervisory Committee.
The discussion highlighted the credit union’s 2017 successes and outlook for 2018. Election results for the Board of Directors were also announced, and we are pleased to welcome Elmer Lippert, Tracy Luc, and Jan Sadoski as they start their three-year term with the Board.
Thank you to all who participated in the election process!
Copies of the 2017 Annual Report are available at any of our five branches. You can also view or download it here.