For a millennial, saving can seem like a scary word. We often look at saving as something meant for adults looking to buy a house or save for retirement, simply not applicable to us. However, starting to save in your 20's can have incredibly positive effects on your financial wellbeing as you continue into adulthood. Here are some reasons saving is important and some ways to start saving (even if you think you have no money). 

If you’ve been following this blog, you may have suddenly realized that you want everyone in your family to become member-owners of the USC Credit Union. However, they might also be hesitant to make the switch. The process of closing one account and opening another appears daunting, but it is actually very easy! If you want to share the joy of lower fees, greater accessibility, and better resources with a loved one, just send this blog their way to clarify the process.

Let's face it, growing up is hard. Who ever thought being an adult brought so many changes so fast. But it isn't all bad right? Like most transitions, there are things to look forward to in adulthood. Here are 8 signs that indicate you're in the middle of a quarter-life crisis.

1. When Friday nights on your calendar are booked as "Netflix".
   
   Late night partying is a thing of the past. The only “parties” you’re familiar with now are the political parties in “House of Cards”. (Bonus points if you actually own and update a calendar).
   
   
   
2. You sip your cocktails, instead of chugging them.
   
   Cocktails are expensive, and you work hard for your money! So yes, you are going to sip that drink and enjoy Every. Last. Drop.
   
   
   
3. A “weekend getaway” no longer means crashing on your buddy’s couch.
   
   Say goodbye to awkward sleeping positions. Though your friend’s couch may be exotic and exciting by some standards, your discoveries there are not as pleasant. No more cheese dust and loose change, you have more exciting adventures waiting!
   
   

As a part of our committed partnership with USC Athletics, we offered USC fans the chance to win a once in a lifetime Trojan experience to the USC vs. Notre Dame game on November 29th, 2014. The winners will receive: 

Customer satisfaction is essential for businesses to succeed today. While customers tend to expect a lot from the industries they do business with – particularly in financial services – only one group can meet that challenge: credit unions.