New Security Enhancements for PC Branch Online Banking
To improve the security of our PC Branch online banking service, you will notice a few changes now when you log in. You will no longer enter your account number to log in. Instead, you will choose your own unique user name to enter, along with your password. On your next login, be sure to select your username by clicking the "No username? Click here" link on the PC Branch login page.Upcoming Member Education Events
As we begin a new year with a new name and new hopes, we want to re-commit to our roots in financial education. Option 1 has some fresh and unique seminars in the works for 2007 and we invite you to check back here frequently for the latest updates. Remember, these are free and you can bring along non-members too.Financial Goal Setting at as Little as $5 per Paycheck
- Monday, January 8, 5:45 - 7:00pm, 32nd Street Office Lobby in Grand Rapids
It might take less out of your paycheck than you think in order to realize your dreams. Learn about compound interest and how the earlier you start saving the more likely you are to find that 2 plus 2 could equal 5.
RSVP now or call Matt Beard at (800) 533-8559 extension 4314.
Investment Fundamentals – Talking the Talk
- Tuesday, January 9, 5:45 - 7:00pm, West Road Office Community Room in East Lansing
Don’t know an IRA from a Keogh? Join the club. Members Financial Services explains the language of investment so that you won’t be intimidated by Money Magazine the next time you’re kept waiting by your dentist.
RSVP now or call Matt Beard at (800) 533-8559 extension 4314.
How to Prevent Identity Theft
- Saturday, January 13, 9:30 - 10:45am, West Road Office Community Room in East Lansing
- Monday, January 22, 5:45 - 7:00pm, 32nd Street Office Lobby in Grand Rapids
Are all of those delinquencies on your credit report really yours? Will you be getting all of your Social Security benefits when you retire? Identity Theft can be a lot more than someone forging your name to a check. Discover how to find out if you’re really who you think you are.
RSVP now or call Matt Beard at (800) 533-8559 extension 4314.
Retirement Strategies for Baby Boomers
- Tuesday, January 23, 5:45 - 7:00pm, West Road Office Community Room in East Lansing
Remember when we believed that you couldn’t trust anyone over 30? The clock is still ticking and aging Baby Boomers must get ready for the inevitable. If you’ve been in denial, we’re ready to bring you up to speed with the realities of looming retirement.
RSVP now or call Matt Beard at (800) 533-8559 extension 4314.
Raising Kids with Money Smarts
- Saturday, February 10, 9:30-10:45am, West Road Office Community Room in East Lansing
"Buy me this, buy me this!" Too often our kids have no idea where money comes from, the trade off of how spending for one thing means going without for another, or how savings can help them leverage their dreams. We’ll help you help them.
RSVP now or call Matt Beard at (800) 533-8559 extension 4314.
Small Business Basics, Part 1 - Getting Started
- Monday, February 12, 5:45 - 7:00pm, 32nd Street Office Lobby in Grand Rapids
Getting started with a new business means analyzing the market, deciding on a suitable business structure, filing your paperwork, filing more paperwork, and filing even more paperwork. Business Development’s Matt Beard guides you through it all.
RSVP now or call Matt Beard at (800) 533-8559 extension 4314.
Financial Planning – Getting Started
- Tuesday, January 30, 5:45 - 7:00pm, West Road Office Community Room in East Lansing
How much should you be setting aside for your future? Do you have enough insurance? Roth IRA or 401(k)? Members Financial Services takes you through the basic investment strategies that can assure your financial future.
RSVP now or call Matt Beard at (800) 533-8559 extension 4314.
Investment Fundamentals – Talking the Talk
- Tuesday, February 13, 5:45 - 7:00pm, West Road Office Community Room in East Lansing
In case you missed it the first time around, our Members Financial Services representative again reviews the language of investment so that you can impress your friends with your new found financial acumen.
RSVP now or call Matt Beard at (800) 533-8559 extension 4314.
Retirement Strategies for Baby Boomers
- Tuesday, February 27, 5:45 - 7:00pm, West Road Office Community Room in East Lansing
If you can remember seeing Elvis on the “Ed Sullivan Show” then you had better come to this seminar. Again, Members Financial Services is ready to bring us aging baby boomers up to speed with the realities of looming retirement.
RSVP now or call Matt Beard at (800) 533-8559 extension 4314.
Small Business Basics, Part II - Establishing Cash Flow
- Monday, March 5, 5:45 - 7:00pm, 32nd Street Office Lobby in Grand Rapids
- Wednesday, March 7, 5:45 - 7:00pm, West Road Office Community Room in East Lansing
You’ve made the decision to take the plunge. Now we get down to the hard realities including determining equity needs, managing receivable, borrowing against inventory, and stimulating sales.
RSVP now or call Matt Beard at (800) 533-8559 extension 4314.
Financial Planning – Getting Started
- Tuesday, March 13, 5:45 - 7:00pm, West Road Office Community Room in East Lansing
How much should you be setting aside for your future? Do you have enough insurance? Roth IRA or 401(k)? For those who missed this great session in January, we’ll again take you through the basic investment strategies that can assure your financial future.
RSVP now or call Matt Beard at (800) 533-8559 extension 4314.
Selling Your Home
- Monday, March 19, 5:45 - 7:00pm, 32nd Street Office Lobby in Grand Rapids
- Wednesday, March 21, 5:45 - 7:00pm, West Road Office Community Room in East Lansing
In a buyer’s market your strategies for selling your home are going to take more than posting a ‘For Sale’ sign in your yard. Learn how to maximize the appeal of your home in order to get the price that you want.
RSVP now or call Matt Beard at (800) 533-8559 extension 4314.