Financial Literacy Month starts now!

At Nusenda, we are dedicated to strengthening our members' financial confidence. Throughout the month, we will share valuable resources, webinars, and tips to help you propel your financial well-being at every stage of life.

Boost your credit score

You may know how your credit score measures up to the national average FICO score of 716, but with the wide diversity of incomes, debt and economic backgrounds across the country, the average credit score can vary widely by state. A lot more goes into your credit score than paying your bills on time, but not everyone knows what they can do to increase their score.

Credit Score tool is offered at no-cost to Nusenda members because we want to ensure they have the tools they need for financial well-being.

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Register for a workshop

Helping our members and our communities is our mission. Explore our no-cost financial workshops, tools, and educational resources to help you make smart money decisions for now — and for the future.

BALANCE Webinars

We’re very excited to announce the BALANCE free webinar series for 2025! Whether you’re an employee, member, or friend, BALANCE webinars are packed with useful info and are open to everyone. Just make sure to reserve your virtual seat. Unable to attend? BALANCE has a full library of recorded webinars. Listen at your own time to free money management webinars. Learn the basics of financial planning and create a future of security and opportunities.

January — Basics of Personal Finance

From managing daily expenses to investing for retirement, this session helps participants set personal finance goals, learn the basic of smart money management, and build a solid foundation for the future. 


Session 1: Tuesday, January 7, 2025 
Time: 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (MST)
Register here


Session 2: Thursday, January 16, 2025 
Time: 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. (MST)
Register here

 

February —Unleashing the Power of Credit

Credit is a valuable financial tool, but knowing how it works is crucial to making it work for you. This session delves into the fundamental aspects of credit, including credit scores, credit reports, and their effects on your financial well-being. Discover the various types of credit, the factors that shape your credit score, and effective strategies for building, maintaining, or improving your credit.


Session 1: Tuesday, February 11, 2025 
Time: 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (MST)
Register here


Session 2: Thursday, February 20, 2025 
Time: 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. (MST)
Register here

 

March —Tap into Wise Credit Card Use

Much like driving a car, understanding the rules and best practices of credit card use can significantly impact your financial journey. In this session, uncover the essentials of using credit cards wisely, from exploring various card types, interest rates, and fees, to finding the card that best suits your needs. Uncover practical strategies for budgeting and managing debt that empower you to use credit cards responsibly.


Session 1: Tuesday, March 11, 2025 
Time: 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (MST)
Register here


Session 2: Thursday, March 20, 2025 
Time: 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. (MST)
Register here

 

April — Are You Financially Healthy

We’ll talk about what it means to be financially healthy – which is so much more than just your credit score. True financial health is based on four key components: Spend, Save, Borrow, and Plan. You’ll also confidentially determine your Financial Health Score and the steps to improve that score.


Session 1: Tuesday, April 8, 2025 
Time: 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (MST)
Register here


Session 2: Thursday, April 17, 2025 
Time: 6:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. (MST)
Register here

 



Nusenda FC

Our Financial Consultants are here to help

At Nusenda Credit Union, we’re dedicated to improving our members’ financial well-being and supporting them through affordable products, friendly service, community involvement, and financial education. We'd love to find other ways to help you save money. You can reach us at 505-889-7755 (800-347-2838 outside the Albuquerque area) or make an appointment to meet with us at any of our branch locations.

Take control of your money

Nusenda Credit Union has teamed up with Banzai, an award-winning online program and content library that allows you to practice real-world finance from the safety of your home using any internet-enabled device, like a laptop, tablet, or even a smartphone! Clear, in-depth lessons will help you dive into the financial topics that matter most to you, your family, and your community. Explore financial well-being resources for all life stages below.

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