Hi there,

It’s the most wonderful time of the year and I want to give you some great advice and FREE MONEY! I have been posting a one-minute money tip video every week with advice and awesome financial tips. I’m not only posting fun videos every week, I’m also asking questions on social media about the Money Tip videos and giving you a chance to win a gift card if you’re the first to answer the question correctly. That’s awesome right? Who doesn’t like free money? So add Young & Free Michigan on social media and participate in the One-Minute Money Tip Challenge for your chance to learn and win some free money!

Want to see our first tip? Find it here.

Many people think that credit unions have fewer ATMs available for their members to use, but that’s not true! Michigan First is a part of the CO-OP ATM network, which means our ATM and debit card holders can use nearly 30,000 CO-OP ATMs nationwide and 1,600 in Michigan – for free! Our mobile app has a quick link to find the nearest ATM, simply select “Locate Us” from the home page. To learn more about our First Gear checking account and all the perks, visit YoungFreeMichigan.com!

We know college is expensive and we’re here to help. Starting in early January, Young & Free Michigan will begin our annual scholarship contest. You have a chance to win up to $10,000! To enter, we’ll provide a unique question to answer in the form of an essay or video. Next, there will be a public vote, so you’ll want to rally your friends and family to support you so you can make it to the final round. If you haven’t already, follow Young & Free Michigan on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, or YouTube for all the latest contest information.

In this It's a Money Thing video, Jen learns about writing checks and managing a checking account.

Don’t miss these great opportunities to win gift cards and big time scholarship money! I hope you have a wonderful December and a fantastic Holiday break.

Keeping it Fresh Young & Free,

Ebeth Fielder
Young & Free Michigan Spokester