Financial Wellness

SMART MONEY STARTS HERE

We empower members with education, tools and resources they need to stay sharp with their financial know-how, make smart money decisions and build their unique path to financial wellness. 

See Resources

Tips and Resources

ONE-ON-ONE DEBT MANAGEMENT COUNSELING

Through our partnership with GreenPath, we offer free one-on-one financial counseling to help you navigate the burden of debt. Counseling is pressure-free and judgement-free—just practical advice from NFCC- and HUD-certified experts who’ve helped people pay off debt since 1961. Hear from real people who’ve used GreenPath’s one‑on‑one financial counseling to get support, take control of their debt and move toward a stronger financial future through GreenPath’s Real $tories podcast.

DEBT MANAGEMENT COUNSELING
FINANCIAL TIPS AND GUIDANCE

From spending carefully to borrowing wisely to budgeting successfully, we share free educational tips and insights to help you manage the ups and downs of everyday finances. No matter where you are at in life, we have smart pointers to help you make confident, safe choices with your money.

FREE FINANCIAL TIPS? YES, PLEASE!
ONLINE FINANCIAL EDUCATION COURSES

Looking for something a little more in depth? In partnership with GreenPath, we also offer our members free on-demand financial courses online. Courses range from Homebuying 101, Debt Repayment Options, Navigating Auto Loans and more. Created by certified financial counselors, the courses can be taken at your own pace, on your time.

VIEW FREE ONLINE COURSES
FRAUD AWARENESS AND PREVENTION

Spotting the red flags of fraud and taking a few simple precautions can go a long way in keeping your money safe. We share helpful guidance and resources to keep you informed and protect your accounts with confidence.

STAY SCAM-SAVVY
DEBT CONSOLIDATION OPTIONS

Along with the free financial education and resources mentioned above, we have products available for members looking to consolidate their debt to one, easy-to-manage payment. Available options include a Home Equity Freedom Line of Credit (HELOC), Visa Balance Transfer and a Personal Line of Credit.

HELPFUL RESOURCES

Borrow Wisely
Make the Most of Your Home's Equity

Need cash for what’s next? See how your home’s equity can cover upgrades, tuition, emergencies and more.

Read More
Get to Know Our Financial Education Partner, GreenPath

We put our members at the forefront of everything we do and that includes providing the best financial resources available to help members succeed. That’s why we continue to partner with GreenPath to

Read More
Save Easily
How to Set and Achieve Your Savings Goals

Using a separate account to save for a specific goal helps you stay on track to reach it faster.

Read More
Borrow Wisely
Five Steps to Making Good Financial Decisions

Making smarter financial decisions starts with taking the time to weigh your options and consider the potential outcomes before taking action.

Read More

Please be aware that by continuing you will be leaving www.members1st.org and viewing content from another website.

For your protection please be advised that public Internet email is not secure. Various links within our web site allow you to submit information to us by public Internet email. Please DO NOT provide personal or account information through public email or submit any personal information that would compromise your identity including your account number, social security number, credit card numbers, electronic services PINs, passwords or mother's maiden name. Members 1st will not respond via public Internet email to requests-for-account-information or account activity. Please contact Customer Service with these types of requests at (800) 237-7288 or (717) 795-6049.