The Verve Blog

Borrow ResponsiblyManaging Debt

Shopping and Debt: How to Find the Best Deal

Whether you are working your way through college, settling into life in your first job, find yourself with new expenses with children, are entering retirement…

Mindy PetrackMay 4, 2021

Manage Your MoneyMoney Etiquette

Medical Fundraising Tips: How to Fundraise for a Family or Friend In Need

You never know when tragedy will strike and someone close to you will need some help paying medical bills. The good news is that there…

Mindy PetrackMay 4, 2021

Family FinancesPay for Life's Necessities

How To Save Money on Family Expenses and Live Well

Raising a family and running a household is costly. It makes sense that you want to find ways to live more frugally and keep more…

Mindy PetrackApril 29, 2021

Creating a BudgetManage Your Money

Planning for Child Adoption Costs

Growing your family through adoption not only provides a child with a good home, but it also helps you build the family life you’ve always…

Mindy PetrackApril 29, 2021

Building Your SavingsSave for the Future

History of Piggy Banks: Why Is the Pig Considered a Symbol for Saving Money?

Money is an essential part of everyday life and impacts a lot of the choices we make. Your first exposure to building your savings might…

Mindy PetrackApril 29, 2021

Press Releases

Verve Earns Elite Award On Milwaukee Region’s Best And Brightest Companies To Work For® List

OSHKOSH, Wisconsin (April 13, 2021) – Verve, a Credit Union, was recently named to Milwaukee’s 2021 Best and Brightest Companies to Work For® list administered…

Mindy PetrackApril 27, 2021

Security + Fraud

How to safely dispose of your sensitive documents

As more recycling facilities opt to no longer accept shredded paper, recently impacting residents in Wisconsin’s Outagamie, Winnebago and Brown Counties, you might be left…

Mindy PetrackApril 9, 2021

Borrow ResponsiblyImproving Your Credit

What You Can Do To Improve Your Credit Score in 2021

Setting new financial goals for 2021 is an excellent way to get back on track with your money, and something that you can do any…

Mindy PetrackApril 1, 2021

Home LifePay for Life's Necessities

How to Reduce Energy Costs While Working From Home

A year into the pandemic and many still find themselves working from home—either completely or some of the time. While you’ve probably gotten into a…

Mindy PetrackApril 1, 2021

Security + Fraud

Stay safe while using person-to-person (P2P) money transfers

We love finding new ways to take care of finances, especially when it comes to paying friends and family quickly and securely, and without cash.…

Verve, a Credit UnionMarch 30, 2021

Manage Your MoneyMoney Etiquette

Borrowing Money From Friends: What To Do if You Can’t Pay it Back

You may be taking a big risk when borrowing money from friends. However, it’s not to say you should never borrow from friends or family.…

Mindy PetrackMarch 26, 2021

Pay for Life's NecessitiesTravel Tips

How To Plan a Family Vacation Step by Step

Family vacation planning should be a fun and enjoyable experience. It’s a chance to take a break away from your usual responsibilities and spend some…

Mindy PetrackMarch 26, 2021

About UsPress Releases

Verve Earns Global Recognition As Top Employer With 2021 Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award

OSHKOSH, Wisconsin (March 23, 2021) – Verve, a Credit Union, was recognized by U.S. workplace consulting and research firm Gallup as one of 39 top workplaces…

Verve, a Credit UnionMarch 23, 2021

Family FinancesPay for Life's Necessities

Tips for How To Talk Finances Before Marriage

You’re engaged and it’s time to celebrate! It’s an exciting moment in your life and there’s a lot to look forward to in your future.…

Mindy PetrackMarch 22, 2021

Borrow ResponsiblyManaging Debt

Tips To Help You Eliminate Debt From 2020

The COVID-19 pandemic caused many uncertainties as it relates to finances and money. It’s possible you felt a pinch and have now racked up unexpected…

Mindy PetrackMarch 22, 2021

Building Your SavingsSave for the Future

Tips To Help You Sell Stuff Online for Cash

Saving money isn’t always easy. Sometimes the most challenging part can be knowing where to start or how to get on the right path to…

Mindy PetrackMarch 12, 2021

About UsImpact in the Community

Getting creative with our community events: A look back at 2020

At Verve, we like to view ourselves as more than a financial institution. We consider ourselves neighbors. We live, work and play in our communities,…

Verve, a Credit UnionMarch 11, 2021

Manage Your MoneyMoney Etiquette

Gift Giving Guide: How Much Money Should You Give?

Just imagine, it’s a birthday, wedding or other significant milestone celebration and you’ve been wracking your brain trying to determine the best gift for your…

Mindy PetrackMarch 5, 2021