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At TruWest, we believe knowledge is power. Explore our latest financial education articles where we share expert advice and tips to guide you through your financial journey.
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Building Lasting Wealth

If you’ve been considering stepping into the world of investment, you’re not alone. Investing can be a smart way to grow your wealth.

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Steps to Strengthen Your Emergency Fund

Experts are recommending a 12-month cushion with rising living costs and continued market volatility.

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5 Ways Arizonans Can Save Money on Their Gardens

New to gardening or already an expert? These tips will help make your spring garden more affordable.

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How Mindful Habits Can Shift Your Financial Future

Developing positive habits and making more thoughtful financial decisions can help you move closer to success.

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Financial Spring Cleaning

Your finances deserve a spring cleaning, too. Here are some helpful ways to declutter your budget and save more in 2025.

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Savings Tips for First-Time Parents

Becoming a parent is a life-changing moment. But parenthood often comes with financial challenges. Here are savings tips that will help you prepare.

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How to Make the Most of Holiday Cheer Without Overspending

By planning, sticking to your budget, and focusing on what truly matters, you can glide through the season free of stress and anxiety.

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Smart Money Moves to Make Before Year’s End

From maximizing your retirement contributions to reviewing your budget, there are several ways to make the most of your money before the calendar resets.

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6 Ways to Eliminate Holiday Debt

Surprised by how much you actually spent on the holidays? Make a plan to implement smart money moves to eliminate that holiday debt.

Family Finance Goals for 2025: Getting Kids Involved

Family Finance Goals for 2025: Getting Kids Involved

By getting kids involved in family finances, it helps them understand saving, budgeting, and smart spending.

Beginner’s guide to saving and investing

Beginner’s Guide to Saving and Investing

So, you’ve been thinking about jumping on the investment train. While it can be a great way to make additional money, it’s important that you don’t jump in too soon.

Why Does Financial Stress Make You Want To Spend More?

Why Does Financial Stress Make You Want To Spend More?

Did you know many people turn to “doom spending” to handle stress? Here are 7 tips to stop.

Routine Maintenance

Online and mobile banking will be unavailable on Sunday, April 27, from 1:30 to 5:30 a.m. (ET) as we perform routine maintenance.

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Routine Maintenance

Online and mobile banking will be unavailable on
Sunday, July 27, from 1:30 to 5:30 a.m. (ET)
as we perform routine maintenance.

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Routine Maintenance

Online and mobile banking will be unavailable on
Sunday, August 17, from 1:30 to 5:30 a.m. (ET)
as we perform routine maintenance.

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Online and mobile banking will be unavailable on
Sunday, September 7, from 1:30 to 5:30 a.m. (ET)
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Online and mobile banking will be unavailable on
Sunday, October 26, from 1:30 to 5:30 a.m. (ET)
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Online and mobile banking will be unavailable on
Sunday, November 16, from 1:30 to 5:30 a.m. (ET)
as we perform routine maintenance.

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Important Notice

Our financial service centers will be closed Monday, May 26th in observance of Memorial Day. We will be open normal business hours on Saturday, May 24th and Tuesday, May 27th. You can access your accounts and handle common transactions 24/7 in Online Banking or our mobile app. Visit our Locations Page for more details.

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Important Notice

Our financial service centers will be closed Thursday, June 19th, in observance of Juneteenth. We will be open normal business hours on Wednesday, June 18th and Friday, June 20th. You can access your accounts and handle common transactions 24/7 in Online Banking or our mobile app. Visit our Locations Page for more details.

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ALERT: Beware of Bitcoin ATM Scams

We've seen a rise in fraud involving Bitcoin ATMs. If someone asks you to pay or deposit money through a cryptocurrency ATM, it's almost certainly a scam.

Legitimate businesses and government agencies DO NOT accept payment via Bitcoin ATMs. Always verify payment requests through official channels.
 
Protect yourself—never send crypto to strangers or under pressure.

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