Financial Counseling

Photo of Brenda Cerett, certified financial counselor for Arize FCU. Photo credit: MGEM

We are here to provide you with expert guidance and support to help you achieve financial stability and reach your goals. Our services are tailored to assist our members in various aspects of personal finance, including spending management, bill payment strategies, saving strategies, and debt reduction techniques.

Our in-house financial counselor, Brenda Cerett, CCUF, is a certified counselor through the Credit Union Nation Association (CUNA). You can contact Brenda at (814) 643-7910 ext. 7908 or email Brenda.cerett@ArizeFCU.org for more information on this service.

We understand the importance of managing your spending wisely. Our financial counselors will work with you to create a budget that aligns with your income, expenses, and financial goals. We’ll help you identify areas where you can cut costs, prioritize your spending, and make informed decisions to ensure your money is utilized efficiently.

Paying bills can sometimes be overwhelming and stressful. Our counselors are here to simplify the process for you. We’ll assist you in organizing your bills, setting up automatic payments, and creating a system that ensures timely payments while avoiding unnecessary fees and penalties. Our goal is to help you maintain control over your finances and eliminate the burden of missed or late payments.

Building up savings is an essential step toward financial security. Our financial counselors will guide you through effective saving strategies tailored to your specific situation and goals. We’ll help you create a savings plan, explore different saving options, and provide tips to maximize your savings potential. Whether you’re saving for emergencies, a major purchase, or retirement, we’ll be by your side to offer support and advice.

Dealing with debt can be challenging, but you don’t have to face it alone. Our counselors are experienced in helping individuals develop effective debt reduction plans. We’ll assess your debt situation, help you prioritize repayment strategies, negotiate with creditors if necessary, and provide tools and resources to accelerate your progress. Our aim is to empower you to regain control over your finances and work towards a debt-free future.

We are here to provide you with expert guidance and support to help you achieve financial stability and reach your goals. Our services are tailored to assist our members in various aspects of personal finance, including spending management, bill payment strategies, saving strategies, and debt reduction techniques.

Our in-house financial counselor, Brenda Cerett, CCUF, is a certified counselor through the Credit Union Nation Association (CUNA). You can contact Brenda at (814) 643-7910 ext. 7908 or email Brenda.cerett@ArizeFCU.org for more information on this service.

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