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2026 orsa Member Scholarships Are Now Open!
We won’t let rising tuition costs get in the way of a secure future for our members. We’re teaming up with the Local Impact Alliance again to award a total of $40,000 to Michigan students chasing their higher education dreams—and applications are open!
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Financial Power of Attorney: Everything You Need to Know
Whether you’re young and healthy or concerned about a loved one who’s getting up there, understanding financial powers of attorney can help keep you safe and give you peace of mind. Learn how easy it is to set yourself up for success no matter what happens.
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The ATM But Better: Introducing ITMs
We're bringing the latest and greatest banking technology to make your member experience even better! Get all the details about what these machines are and how you can use them.
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Why You Should Ditch the Gift Card This Holiday Season
Gift cards aren’t what they’re cracked up to be. Don’t gift just for the now, gift for the future.
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How to Pay for the Holidays (Without the Stress!)
5 smart ways to make sure the holidays stay fun AND affordable for your family.
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How Much Money Should You Keep In Your Checking Account?
Avoid overdraft fees while maximizing your earnings. Discover the ideal checking account balance and learn how high-yield savings and CD options can grow your surplus funds.
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Paper Government Checks Are Going Away—Here’s How to Be Ready
Big change ahead: The federal government is phasing out paper checks for both Social Security and IRS tax returns. Here’s how to set up direct deposit before the deadline!
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Gen X & Retirement: Keeping Your Wild Dreams Alive
Your wild dreams don’t have to stop at retirement. Our president & ceo, Tansley Stearns, recently shared tips with MSN and Yahoo Finance on how to take control of your future and keep dreaming big.
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Max that cash: How to get the most from your High Yield Savings
A High Yield Savings account can help your money grow faster—especially if you know how to use it well. Here are five simple ways to make the most of every dollar and every percentage point!
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Cybersecurity and Business Accounts: What Every Michigan Business Needs to Know in 2025
Cyber threats are evolving—and small businesses are a growing target. Learn how to protect your business accounts with practical, no-nonsense strategies designed to keep your money and data safe.
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Cashflow Clean-Up: How Small Businesses Can Make the Most of Their Cash in an Uncertain Economy
For Michigan businesses, every dollar counts right now. If you’re feeling the stress of a topsy-turvy economy, here are simple tips to clean up your cash flow—so your money works harder, and your business stays stronger.
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Promoting Financial Success with MiWealth
The Relentless Care Foundation is supporting MiWealth, a non-profit organization that promotes and preserves homeownership and advances financial literacy, adult education and workforce development training at a low or no cost to eligible individuals and families.