Save Money with Student Discounts

September 8, 2023

Between tuition bills, piles of textbooks, food costs, and supplies, being a college student is definitely not cheap. Lucky for you, there are loads of businesses that think you deserve a budgeting break.

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Helping Elderly Parents Manage their Finances

September 8, 2023

Lots of older adults can use some help managing their finances. Here are some ways you can help your elderly parents manage their financial affairs.

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Don’t Get Caught in a Mortgage Scam

September 8, 2023

Mortgage scams are prevalent and they can be hard to spot. Here’s what you need to know about these scams.

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Smishing Scams – What to Look Out For

August 11, 2023

Text messaging has come under attack as one of the most vulnerable media for identity theft and more. Here’s what you need to know about an SMS message-based scam called “smishing.”

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The Homebuying Process for First Time Homebuyers

August 11, 2023

Buying a home can be a grueling process. But, with good planning, it can be less stressful. Let’s take a look at the 11 steps of the homebuying process.

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5 Reasons To Open A Money Market Account

August 11, 2023

Are you looking for a place to park your savings? Do you need an account that blends accessibility with a high rate of return? Look no further! Bay Federal’s Money Market Advantage accounts offer convenient features with an attractive rate of return to help your money grow. You’ll earn a handsome return on your money without the risk of the stock market or the restrictiveness of a Share Certificate account.

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What is a Certificate Ladder?

July 10, 2023

A certificate ladder is a savings tool that combines the security of share certificates with the flexibility of staggered maturity dates.

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How to Protect Yourself from Credit Card Fraud

June 2, 2023

With the advent of online commerce, credit and debit card fraud has exploded. Unfortunately, credit card fraud can go unnoticed until it causes serious damage.

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Direct Deposit: Safe, Simple, And Convenient

June 1, 2023

Skeptical about your employer offering direct deposit of paychecks? Don’t be! With direct deposit, your payroll deposits clear instantaneously, which means your money is generally available in your account the same day, or even earlier.

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Bay Federal's Annual Meeting is on May 23, 2023

May 9, 2023

On May 23, 2023 from 6:00 to 7:00 PM, join us for an informational summary of our 2022 financial and member service results at our Capitola Branch. The Annual Meeting will also be presented virtually on Zoom. To RSVP, please email annualmeeting@bayfed.com or call 831.477.8504.
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