The Verve Blog

Creating a BudgetManage Your Money

Take Your Holiday Budget Game to the Next Level

According to Capital One Shopping statistics, the average household spent nearly $900 for back-to-school shopping and over $1,500 throughout the holiday season in 2023. Those…

Jordan ClarkAugust 20, 2024

Building Your SavingsHomepage-FeaturedSave for the Future

Five Tips to Help You Save For Your First House

Owning a home is part of the American Dream, but saving for your first home can be challenging. Millennials and Gen Z first-time home buyers…

Jordan ClarkAugust 20, 2024

Save for the Future

What it takes to thrive financially: A checklist

How does your financial wellbeing measure up? The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has a useful tool for identifying your financial wellbeing. All you have to…

Jordan ClarkAugust 5, 2024

Family FinancesPay for Life's Necessities

Intention, attention, and 24 hours of magic

Want to give your kid the memory of a lifetime? Set aside one full day to have a one-on-one buddy adventure with them. It doesn’t…

Jordan ClarkAugust 1, 2024

Building Your SavingsSave for the Future

Why You Need a High-Yield Checking Account

With rising inflation and cost of living, everyone wants their money to stretch further. You may have heard of high-yield savings accounts and share certificates,…

Jordan ClarkJune 21, 2024

Borrow ResponsiblyHomepage-FeaturedManaging Debt

Tools to Help You Borrow More Responsibly

Ever find your best laid plans and biggest dreams derailed because you’re short on funds? Whether you’re launching a new business, renovating your home, or…

Jordan ClarkJune 20, 2024

Security + Fraud

Four Scams Targeting Seniors

In observance of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day in June, we want to shine a light on fraud prevention for seniors and the importance of…

Jordan ClarkJune 20, 2024

About Us

Oshkosh Boys & Girls Club Recognizes Verve With the 2024 Kids & Community Award

We are thrilled to share that Verve was recognized with the 2024 Kids & Community Award by the Oshkosh Boys & Girls Club for demonstrating…

Melissa LieglJune 4, 2024

About Us

A Look Back at 2023

Verve is more than a name to us. It’s more than a credit union. It’s a lifestyle. An approach. A way of life. It’s how…

Melissa LieglJune 4, 2024

Building Your SavingsSave for the Future

Savings Account or Share Certificate: Which is Better for You?

According to the Federal Reserve, only 64% of Americans have enough money on hand to cover a $400 emergency, and 60% of American adults are…

Melissa LieglJune 4, 2024

Security + Fraud

Four scams to watch out for in 2024

Scammers are expert manipulators. They initiate believable correspondence with potential victims and then play on their emotions to gain access to their personal information or…

Melissa LieglMay 15, 2024

About Us

Rob Carviou Named VP of Marketing at Verve

Verve, a Credit Union, has announced the hire of Rob Carviou as Vice President of Marketing. Carviou comes to Verve from Packer Fastener in Green…

Melissa LieglMay 14, 2024

Borrow ResponsiblyLoans

5 Things to Know Before Buying a Boat

Buying a boat is a big decision. Sailing into the sunset is an exhilarating thought, but with an average price of $42,000 for a new…

Melissa LieglMay 8, 2024

Borrow ResponsiblyLoans

5 Safety Tips for Your Recreational Vehicle (RV) Trip

Stay safe on your next recreational vehicle (RV) or camper trip. There’s nothing like the feeling of hitting the open road in your RV or…

Melissa LieglMay 8, 2024

Home LifePay for Life's Necessities

Achieve Your Dreams with A Home Equity Line of Credit

You've got big dreams. Here's how a Home Equity Line of Credit can help you achieve them.  Key Takeaways: Your rising home value means more…

Melissa LieglMay 6, 2024

Home LifePay for Life's Necessities

Home Equity Can Fund Your Home Improvement Project

Looking to tackle some home improvement projects this year? Tap into home equity to get started now.  Here at Verve, we have home equity loan…

Melissa LieglMay 6, 2024

Save for the Future

Financial Literacy is a Superpower You Can Learn

What is financial literacy? Financial literacy is the ability to understand and use skills related to money, like managing money, budgeting, saving, and investing. Whether…

Neil FraserApril 23, 2024

Building Your SavingsSave for the Future

Use Pick Your Payout to Save for Summer Vacation

Is there anything better than planning a summer vacation? There is so much potential. So many possibilities. Places to explore, adventures to be had, and…

Melissa LieglMarch 29, 2024