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To deposit your refund into a savings account, use the account number and the product ID for that account.

If you are one of the 43 million Americans with a federal student loan, then you know that after more than three years, loan payments resume in October 2023.

Sunward offers several ways to seriously ramp up your savings. Click to read a round-up of our options.

Did you know Sunward offers the ability to chat live with a representative in online banking, in our mobile app, and on our website?

At Sunward, we know the last thing you want to be worried about is how you will pay for your next semester of college.

Experiencing income loss can be very difficult and stressful. However, there are steps you can take to manage your financial situation.

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Here are some tips to get your budget on track.

Sunward’s Savings Laboratory^® Program is an exciting way for kids 12 and younger to learn about saving money.

Are you shopping for back-to-school gear? You’re not alone – 29% of surveyed parents said they’ve already started.

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It's quick and easy to order checks through Sunward's online banking!

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Sunward’s partner, BALANCE Financial Fitness, has tools and resources that are free to Sunward members 

Sunward members can receive discounts on select TurboTax^® and H&R Block^® products.

This year, go in on gifts with others and split the cost of the bill!

BALANCE Financial Fitness is offering a free online toolkit explaining how spending, saving, borrowing, and planning create your financial health. 

Sunward’s Savings Laboratory^® Program has recently been updated to help children learn more about money.

BALANCE Financial Fitness is offering a free online toolkit explaining how spending, saving, borrowing, and planning create your financial health. 

BALANCE Financial Fitness is offering a free online toolkit explaining how spending, saving, borrowing, and planning create your financial health. 

BALANCE Financial Fitness is offering a free online toolkit explaining how spending, saving, borrowing, and planning create your financial health. 

For many people, bigger purchases in life can require borrowing money – and to qualify, you’ll almost certainly need to have a credit score.

BALANCE Financial Fitness is offering a new free online toolkit explaining how to improve your financial health. 

Sunward allows members in good standing to skip up to two payments on select loans in any rolling 12-month period.

Sunward’s Savings Laboratory^® Program is an exciting way for kids 12 and younger to learn about saving money.

If you or your student experiences a gap between your funding and the cost of college, here are a few options you can explore.

By taking the time to think about your goals, how much they cost, and when you want to achieve them, you will know exactly how much to save. 

Wire transfer requests must be submitted by 11:00 a.m. MT on December 24 and 1:00 p.m. MT on December 31.

Having an emergency savings account could help you cover the costs of unexpected expenses in the instance your income changes.

Whether you’re starting or returning to college, it’s a good idea to set up a plan so you can feel confident about your responsibilities.

Sunward’s Savings Laboratory^® is an exciting way for kids 12 and younger to learn about saving money. 

Being mindful about spending, and creating a savings goal now, can help keep your finances on track.

SLFCU's online and mobile banking make it simple to create and track your progress toward saving for a down payment.

The only way to build a credit record is to have and use credit. Here are some ideas on how to get started.

SLFCU's new partner can help you start 2019 on the path to a stronger financial future.

Sunward members can create savings goals in online banking. Start a savings goal to buy a home, plan a wedding, or make charitable donations.

Free services give you access to your accounts everywhere life takes you, saving you both time and money. 

If you're building a new budget or updating an existing one, these tips could help you better manage debt.

A number of issues identified during our roll-out in March have been fixed or improved.

SLFCU's online and mobile banking make it simple to create and track your progress toward saving for a down payment.

Dale Marsh has seen a lot of changes during his years as a Sandian and Sunward member.

Setting up a budget can help you manage the money you earn and develop a plan to meet your future goals.

A CreditLine, also known as a line of credit, is a loan that allows you to borrow money and pay it back repeatedly, without having to apply for a new loan each time.

Sunward offers all of the financial services you need, even if you are unable to visit or do not live near a branch.

It's important to verify that your account information is up to date in order to ensure your direct deposits don’t experience problems or delays.

Sunward can help you set up your checking account to avoid Non Sufficient Funds (NSF) fees, returned checks, and declined cards.

There are three things you need to consider when saving for a home: a down payment, closing costs, and insurance and taxes.

Here's the answer to a frequently asked question to help you get the most out of your checking account.

Manage your saving and spending money in your Sunward account by making use of direct deposit, direct deposit distributions, and online transfers between accounts and loans.

It’s important to select a checking account that helps you meet your goals.