Worth a Listen

Worth a Listen presents a bonus episode on buying your next car. At the conclusion of our car buying mini-series we were asked the question, "I bought my car, but how do I prepare for the next one?" In this bonus episode Chris gives some excellent practical tips on how to save and pay for your next car! Copyright Texell Credit Union. This podcast is designed for educational and informati...

Worth a Listen presents the final episode in a six-part series, "A Car-buying Journey." Host Chris visits again with Eileen French, Consumer Lending Manager at Texell, about how interest rate works for an auto loan, scheduling billing and payments, how to pay off your loan early, and other important questions when financing a vehicle. They also discuss refinancing, being "upside-dow...

In this episode of Worth a Listen... Chris talks with John Rossi, Chief Financial Officer at Texell, about what negotiation looks like at the dealership. They discuss what's actually on the table, how to dodge the question of: "what do you want your monthly payment to be?", how to handle a trade-in, and why a pre-approval is the strongest card you can bring with you. Worth a Listen's "A Car-buying...

Worth a Listen presents the fourth episode in a six-part series, "A Car-buying Journey." Host Chris talks with Eileen French, Consumer Lending Manager at Texell, about what actually happens once you're sitting at the dealership. She talks about what to bring with you, how dealers value a trade-in, what happens behind the curtain at the finance desk, and the add-on products you'll be offered before...

Worth a Listen presents the third episode in a six-part series, "A Car-buying Journey." Host Chris talks with Eileen French, Consumer Lending Manager at Texell, about what to expect when buying a car. She talks about franchised vs. independent dealerships, what to expect when you first arrive, how to navigate financing, and making sure you're confident with your purchase. Worth a Listen's "A Car-b...

Worth A Listen presents the second episode in a six-part series, "A Car-buying Journey." Host Chris speaks with CFO John Rossi about his previous experiences buying cars including the difference between buying new or used, the practicality of a car, deprecation, and more. Worth a Listen's "A Car-buying Journey" mini-series takes listeners through the various aspects of buying a car; from shopping,...

Worth A Listen presents the first episode in a six-part series, "A Car-buying Journey." Host Chris covers 12 car-buying terms you should know so that you don't feel overwhelmed at the dealership, including MSRP, extended warranty, dealer installed options, and more. Worth a Listen's "A Car-buying Journey" mini-series takes listeners through the various aspects of buying a car, from shopping, finan...

Worth a Listen welcomes back Wes Chancler, Agency Manager at Texell Insurance, for his second appearance on the show. In this episode, Chris sits down with Wes for an overview on personal insurance, like the coverage most people carry but rarely understand. He breaks down what auto insurance actually protects, why uninsured and underinsured motorist coverage matters more than most drivers realize,...

Worth a Listen presents the fifth and final episode in our 5-part mini-series named the "Journey of Entrepreneurship." In this episode Chris interviews Wes Chancler, Agency Manager at Texell Insurance. He reveals the importance of finding commercial insurance, explains the various types of coverages, and shares how budding entrepreneurs can protect their dreams and endeavors. Worth a Listen's "Jou...

Worth a Listen presents the fourth episode in our 5-part mini-series named the "Journey of Entrepreneurship." In this episode Chris interviews Galen Burke, Vice President of Commercial Services at Texell Credit Union. He reveals insights into the importance of a business plan and what documents and research lenders like to see from aspiring entrepreneurs. He capitalizes the importance of the relat...

Worth a Listen presents the third episode in our 5-part mini-series named the "Journey of Entrepreneurship." In this episode Chris interviews Galen Burke, Vice President of Commercial Services at Texell Credit Union. He reveals the importance of having a relationship with your lender, plus why it's critical for an aspiring entrepreneur to research their business idea and be willing to put the time...

Worth a Listen presents the second episode in our 5-part mini-series named the "Journey of Entrepreneurship." In this episode Chris interviews Joseph Arriola, owner of Northstar Games in Waco, TX, who shares his story on why he started his business. Joseph shares his passion for entrepreneurship, trading card games, and excellent service, and how that pours into his business. This episode emphasiz...

Worth a Listen presents the first episode in our 5-part mini-series named the "Journey of Entrepreneurship." In this episode Chris interviews Joseph Arriola, owner of Northstar Games in Waco, TX, who shares his story on why he started his business. Joseph shares his passion for entrepreneurship, trading card games, and excellent service, and how that pours into his business. This episode, and the...

In this episode of Worth a Listen, Chris speaks with Don Owens, Director of Career Services from the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor. Together, they uncover: Insights into starting and building your career.  Breaking down the different aspects of the career process.  Job searching, job applications, interviews, and cover letters Plus tips to improve your professionalism to make yourself...

In this episode of Worth a Listen, guest Barrett Evan, Financial Planner at Cedarwood Financial Partners, shares valuable insight about investing including: · How financial planners help explain and filter your investment options · How financial advisors look at each person's unique situation to guide them · Explaining that your biggest asset is time, not money · Understanding market conditions an...

In this episode of Worth a Listen, Kimberly O'Toole from CU Benefits Alliance breaks down many questions employees have about benefits, like: What's the difference between HMO (Healthcare Maintenance Organization) and PPO (Preferred Provider Organization) health plans? What is a Health Savings Account (HSA) and what are the benefits? Which health plan do I need for an HSA? What are some free or lo...

This episode of Worth a Listen features guest Amber Speer as she discusses the homebuying process and answers questions like: How do I prepare to buy a home? How much should I save for the down payment? When is the right time to buy a home? What tips should I keep in mind while house searching? What's the difference between prequalification and preapproval? What's the timeframe and process from ap...