Welcome To Making Money Prosper
At every stage in life, we all need a routine checkup for our financial health. That is why we’ve launched Making Money Prosper! This blog is dedicated to you, our PEFCU members. We’re here to help you live your best financial life by teaching you to successfully save, invest, and manage your money. Adulting can be hard–we get it! We want you to find success through all of life’s stages: like purchasing your first car, traveling the world, planning for retirement, and everything in between. At PEFCU, our goal is to educate you and your family about your personal finances…
The Untold Truth Behind “Finfluencers”
If you spend time on social media, you’ve probably seen the rise of the “finfluencer.” These creators fill your feed with quick tips, flashy graphics, and personal stories about money. They offer advice that feels accessible, entertaining, and free. For many young adults, this kind of financial content feels far more relatable than sitting down with a professional advisor. But here’s the challenge. Facts can get buried under bright editing and confident delivery. When a video goes viral, it’s often because it sparks excitement – not because it presents balanced or personalized guidance. And that leaves many people trusting advice that was never meant for their unique financial life. In this…
