March 5, 2013

It’s that time of year when I’m preparing to run the Annual Goldenwest 5K For Schools. Every spring I join with thousands of other parents, teachers and volunteers to raise money for local schools by participating in the 5K. It’s a thrill to see people of all ages in our community come together to support public education. Not to mention, this annual event is great motivator for me to stay in-shape.

February 1, 2013

The numbers are in and Goldenwest Credit Union is reporting its’ strongest year since 2008. In 2012 our net income nearly doubled, with an increase from $6.2 million to $12 million. Return on assets grew from 0.81% to 1.51%. And, our capital ratio increased from 11.31% to 12.3% of assets in reserve.

January 7, 2013

Each January I start off the new year by setting goals for the next 12 months. I set goals in several categories…areas where I want to improve and progress.

December 10, 2012

December is a month with an added focus on giving and receiving. The spirit of the season is much like the credit union philosophy of people helping people. As a not-for-profit cooperative, we provide resources and tools that allow families and small businesses to reach their financial goals.

November 28, 2012

There’s no denying it…the Christmas shopping season is upon us. In the hustle and bustle of the season, you may have noticed campaigns for shoppers to buy from locally-owned businesses.

October 12, 2012

Recently, a local radio station reported a story on rising fees on checking accounts. The financial industry claims they must increase fees to replace revenue lost from federal regulations that cap debit card swipe fees and overdraft fees.

September 28, 2012

Goldenwest is seeing an increase in requests for small business loans. This is great news because small business loans can have a far-reaching impact in our communities.

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August 15, 2012

The most common question I’ve been asked lately is “Should I refinance my mortgage?” Without a doubt, we’ve never seen mortgage rates so low. It’s an excellent time to purchase a home or refinance existing loan.