MakingCents with Navy Federal
Welcome to MakingCents, a podcast brought to you by Navy Federal Credit Union. Your hosts, Emily Bigham and Brandi G., will be chatting with Navy Federal's experts on how to help you make sense of your money. As members of the military, veterans and their families, financial health can mean anything from transitioning to civilian life, re-thinking your budget during a time of economic uncertainty, discussing how to have “the money talk” with family, and so much more. Emily and Brandi are here to ask the right questions and make sure you’re getting the information you need to make the most of your money. Subscribe today and tune in each week. Tell us the financial questions you want answered, today.
You can reach Emily, Brandi and the team at makingcents@navyfederal.org. From Emily, Brandi and the team, welcome to MakingCents—"Making Your Financial Health Our Mission."
MakingCents with Navy Federal
Smart Account Balancing Tips for Financial Confidence
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Account balancing isn’t about perfection — it’s about clarity. In this episode of MakingCents, guest host Thomas Racca sits down with Sun Bayless, SVP of Membership and Deposit Products, to talk through smart, realistic ways you can manage money across your checking, savings and other accounts. Skip the stress and balance your accounts with confidence!
- Building a Savings Buffer (8:15)
- Best Practices for Saving (11:08)
- Balancing Short-term and Long-term Goals (15:18)
Whether you’re juggling multiple accounts, building your savings, or just want more peace of mind, below are resources that can help you feel more in control.
- My MakingCents - Track spending, create a budget, monitor credit and view all accounts and investments (even those at other banks)—for free
- Saving Resources – Helpful tips to make your savings experience easier
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