Sound Cents

Ready to transform your financial future? Join Emma Protisk & Louie Biales as they delve into the benefits of financial coaching. Discover how expert guidance can help you achieve your money goals faster and smarter. Work with one of our free Financial Coaches, visit  ⁠Ent.com/Coaching⁠ For more articles, calculators, and other financial resources, visit  Ent.com/EducationCenter Disclaimers: T...

Join Bree Shellito and Nate Juvera as they discuss the benefits of credit card rewards and ways to turn everyday spending into incredible perks and savings. Links mentioned: https://www.ent.com/yourcredit/ https://www.nerdwallet.com https://www.creditkarma.com For more articles, calculators, and other financial resources, visit  Ent.com/EducationCenter Work with one of our free Financial Coaches,...

Ace back-to-school shopping on a budget 💯 📝 Join Katie Griffin & Nate Juvera to discover easy ways to save when preparing for the new school year. For more articles, calculators, and other financial resources, visit  Ent.com/EducationCenter Work with one of our free Financial Coaches, visit  Ent.com/Coaching Disclaimers: The information presented in this episode is intended to be used for in...

Don't miss this eye-opening discussion on staying one step ahead of scammers and protecting your hard-earned money! Learn essential tips, real-life stories, and advice to safeguard against fraud. Stay informed, and stay safe! Featuring Ent's Vice President of Financial Crimes, LaShae Woodard, and our Manager of Financial Crimes, Lisa Zurcher. For more articles, calculators, and other finan...

In our latest episode, Emma Protsik & Bree Shellito discuss how inflation works, its impact on finances, and strategies for budgeting your money. For more articles, calculators, and other financial resources, visit  Ent.com/EducationCenter Work with one of our free Financial Coaches, visit Ent.com/Coaching Disclaimers: The information presented in this episode is intended to be used for inform...

Looking to buy a home? In this episode, we dive into mortgages, starting with the ins and outs of down payments. Join two of our expert Mortgage Loan Officers, Gina Allman and Pearl Taylor, as they give you tips and tricks to prepare you for your home-buying journey. Link mentioned: https://www.ent.com/mortgage-loan-officers/ https://www.chfainfo.com/ For more articles, calculators, and other fina...

Have you been stressing out about the price of food? This week's episode has Laura Straub and Bree Shellito sharing actionable tips to help you navigate grocery shopping and dining out. For more articles, calculators, and other financial resources, visit  Ent.com/EducationCenter Work with one of our free Financial Coaches, visit  Ent.com/Coaching Disclaimers: The information presented in this...

This week's episode helps you ensure money conversations do not get in the way of your relationships, both romantic and platonic. Join this week's guests, Emma Protsik and Bree Shellito, as they help you navigate finances as a team and create a financial system that works for both of you. For more articles, calculators, and other financial resources, visit  Ent.com/EducationCenter Work wit...

This week's episode highlights the different ways you can save so you can achieve your financial goals faster. Join Emma Protsik and Laura Straub as they dive into the importance of savings, establishing goals, and staying on track! For more articles, calculators, and other financial resources, visit  ⁠Ent.com/EducationCenter⁠ Work with one of our free Financial Coaches, visit  ⁠Ent.com/Coachi...

Retirement is something we all know we need to plan for but we can easily get overwhelmed with how to start, how much we need, what the options are etc. Join this week's guests, Bree Shellito and Laura Straub, as they dive into all things retirement, including 401K vs. Roth, how to get started, employer match, self-employment, and more! For more articles, calculators, and other financial resou...

Weddings can cost a lot of money if you're not making careful decisions around your budget. Many couples turn to high-interest credit cards to help pay for their wedding. Today's podcast guests are Emma Protsik & Sara Bickers, each planning their weddings on a budget! Listen to their tips and tricks on having your dream wedding without financial stress. For more articles, calculators,...

This episode contains vital information to help you stay on top of your student Loan game. Ent Credit Union's Katie Griffin & Sara Bickers are here to discuss types of student loans, navigating repayment plans, forgiveness options, and more. In today's episode, you'll find out: When is student loan repayment supposed to restart? Types of student loans Difference between private &am...

As prices on everyday items continue to climb, it is more important than ever to find new ways to spend less and save more. There are tons of strategies and resources out there that can help you save money on some of your more common purchases. In this episode, we are joined by Michael Ruzycki (Financial Wellness Curriculum Developer) and Nate Juvera (Community Education Events Lead), and will cov...

The car buying market is ever-changing but navigating the buying process and working with dealers can be made simpler by doing your research ahead of time. Knowing your wants and needs can help you find a vehicle that has good value for your money. In this episode, we are joined by Bree Shellito (Senior Manager of Community Impact,) and Jason Schoeberl (Senior Manager of Auto Lending), and will co...

Many people hear the word “budgeting” and imagine endless spreadsheets and piles of receipts. However, creating a budget or spending plan doesn’t have to be a chore. Integrating your values can help you stay on track towards your financial goals and help make your spending more impactful. In this episode, we are joined by Emma Protsik (Supervisor of Financial Coaching) and Sara Bickers (Community...

Whether we’re flying across the world to visit exotic locations or driving across states to visit family for the holidays, most of us have to travel at some point. While things can get expensive, if you plan ahead, there are a lot of opportunities to save money on vacations and travel. In this episode, we are joined by Nate Juvera (Community Education Events Lead) and Michael Ruzycki (Financial We...

Whether it’s a credit card for everyday purchases or a loan for a house or car, debt products are everywhere in the world of personal finance. While there is a lot of cautionary tales surrounding getting into debt (for good reasons), these products can also be a tool to help you reach your financial goals. It’s important to remember to stay organized and only take out what you can manage and pay b...

Building credit is a fundamental skill in personal financial management. Your credit score can affect everything from your money, your job and even where you live. However, understanding how your credit score is calculated and what you can do to improve it is not always easy. Having a good credit score will make it that much easier to hit your financial and life goals. In this episode, we are join...

Transcript: Hey everyone, it's Brent Sabati here at Ent Credit Union. As Colorado's largest credit union, our mission is to help you improve your financial quality of life through things like our online financial education center and free financial coaching. That's why we're excited to introduce Sound Cents, our newest podcast, where you'll hear from our money experts to help you make sense of you...