MakingCents with Navy Federal

Dec 03 2024 27 ep. 27 mins 14

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Welcome to MakingCents, a podcast brought to you by Navy Federal Credit Union. Your hosts, Emily Bigham and Brandi Gomez, 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 [email protected]. From Emily, Brandi and the team, welcome to MakingCents—"Making Your Financial Health Our Mission."

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Giving Back through Dollars for Doers

Dec 03 2024 32 mins

Our team members at Navy Federal log serious volunteer hours. Listen in to find out how 2 volunteer leaders used our Navy Federal Serves programs, like Dollars for Doers, to give the people and places we live and serve the most support they could.

How to Use Your Credit Card During the Holiday Season

Nov 26 2024 25 mins

Drew Tsitos, Navy Federal’s Manager of Credit Card Products, shares tips on how to make the best use of your credit card during the holiday season and how Navy Federal’s newest card may complement your lifestyle perfectly.

Benefits of Banking with a Credit Union

Nov 21 2024 25 mins

Becoming a member of a financial institution, such as a credit union, lays the foundation of your relationship to money. From there, you can determine how your lifestyle can align with your financial priorities. Mehdi Dinia, Vice President of Membership, and Clay Stackhouse, Regional Outreach Manager, discuss the benefits of a credit union and how we put members' best interest firs

Financial and Economic Check-In

Oct 21 2024 27 mins

Between rising interest rates and the fluctuating cost of living, many are wondering when we might start to see some relief—and it could be sooner rather than later. Host Emily Bigham sits down with Corporate Economist, Robert Frick, and Personal Finance Manager, Thomas Racca, to get a pulse on the economy and how members can feel in control of their finances.

Choosing the Best Credit Card

Jul 30 2024 19 mins

There’s a wide range of credit cards out there. Our credit card expert, Rick Conyers, breaks down which Navy Federal card may be right for you. Tune in to hear advice, from finding the best card to improving your credit score.

Above and Beyond Service

Apr 26 2024 22 mins

Brandi Gomez and Navy Federal’s Executive Vice President of Branch Operations—and former U.S. Navy Blue Angel—Keith Hoskins, take a closer look at the world-class service members find at their local branches, and the relationships they build as a result. Hear how passionate we are about going above and beyond to support our members.

New Generation of Savers

Apr 18 2024 24 mins

Brandi Gomez and Navy Federal’s Assistant Vice President of Savings Products Operations, CJ Pointkowski, talk about raising the next generation of savers with powerful tips and tools for their youngest members. Tune in to hear how you can start bringing financial awareness to your children, instilling strong habits in them that they'll carry into adulthood.

The College Financing Journey

Mar 21 2024 39 mins

Navy Federal’s Assistant Vice President of the Education Lending team, Caroline Currie, and Manager of Personal Finance Management, Thomas Racca, discuss the financial responsibility attached to higher education. They’ll explore various aspects of the college journey, including preparation, saving and post-graduation planning.

The Mission Continues: Service to Military Veterans

Nov 06 2023 32 mins

In honor of Veterans and Military Families Month, Marine Corps Veteran and president of The Mission Continues, Mary Beth Bruggeman, joins the podcast with Brandi Gomez. They discuss Navy Federal's partnership with The Mission Continues, and how together they support Veterans by connecting them with leadership opportunities in their own communities. Let a special Veteran in your lif

What You Should Know About Managing Your Credit Cards

Jun 30 2023 21 mins

Explore how credit cards can be a powerful tool for you and your finances with this week's episode. Assistant Vice President Elly Szymanski shares tips and insights to help you better manage your credit cards and make the most of your money.