News and tips from Rio Grande Credit Union
December 2025
- Celebrating Christmas Day with RGCU
Christmas Day is a time of joy, reflection, and connection—a day when families come together, traditions shine bright, and the spirit of giving fills our hearts
- What is a Fraud Ring and How Can I Keep Myself Safe?
The organized crime of the computer age, fraud rings target personal information and account info to steal money, merchandise and identities. Find out how to stay safe!
- Host Without Draining Your Account
Don’t let holiday stress spoil the holiday meal! We’ve got tips to make your feast frugal and fuss-free!
- Make The Nice List With Your Credit Card Use
Make Santa’s suit the only “red” you see this season and watch your credit card usage closely!
- Beware of Gift Card Scams
Gift cards are a convenient way to give a gift to a niece or nephew, but scams demanding you pay with gift cards are also everywhere. We’ve got tips to help keep your money safe!
- Holiday Meal Hacks For Your Budget
Holiday entertaining doesn’t have to blow your budget! This handy article will give you tips on entertaining a crowd without big bills crashing the party.
- Building Long-Term Wealth
Building wealth is not something you’re going to do in a weekend, or even in a year or a decade. Wealth-building is a long-term process that requires discipline. We’ll help decode it!
- Ways To Beat Holiday Stress
If holiday stress is already nipping at your enjoyment of the season, your friends at understand, and we’ve got tips to help bring the cheer back and keep it!
- When a “Deal” Isn’t a Deal: How to Spot Sales
Do you pride yourself on being a bargain hunter, always looking for BOGO or limited-time deals? You might be falling prey to cunning marketers. Let us show you what to watch for!
- Beware of Medical Identity Theft
Medical identity theft is the latest threat to your finances. Scammers get your Medicare or insurance information and wreak havoc! We’ve got tips to stay safe.
- Dine on a Dime: Holiday Baked Ham with Brown Sugar Glaze
This Brown Sugar Glazed Ham brings all the flavor and cheer — without breaking your budget. Perfect for your holiday table (and tomorrow’s leftovers too)!
- The Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office Holiday Toy & Food Drive
Bernco Sheriff’s Office Holiday Toy & Food Drive ensure every family we reach has a holiday meal on the table and every child receives at least one gift to unwrap.
- Ways To Keep Your Finances Intact This Holiday Season
It’s time for holiday shopping, and we can help you keep your budget out of the snowdrifts! We’ve got shopping tips, budget advice and other info to keep your holidays jolly!
- What to Buy and What to Skip This December
Sure, Black Friday is over, but there are still great deals in December! From champagne to toys, we’ve got all the info you need to shop smart!
- Workplace Resolutions for the New Year
Before you make another set of resolutions about weight loss or other things that won’t last until February, think about making some about your work life! We’ve got suggestions!
- Financial New Year's Resolutions
Don’t forget your finances when you make your New Year’s resolutions!
- Financial Preparation for the New Year
We’re staring the new year in the face, and you need to get your budget in order! We’ve got tips to help you get started!
- 4 Reasons to Spend Mindfully
In our fast-paced consumer world, it’s all too easy to fall into the trap of impulse buying and overspending. But by practicing mindful spending, you can improve both your financial health and overall well-being. Here are four great reasons to start embracing this approach.
- Savings Strategies for the New Year
If one of your resolutions is to improve your savings, Rio Grande Credit Union has lots of options!
- Affordable Indoor Activities Your Kids Will Love
So flex your creative muscle with these affordable indoor activities your kids will love this winter!
- Don’t Let Finances Turn You into a Grinch this Holiday Season
The holidays are upon us, and with it comes the financial stress that comes with the season. Here are some ways to keep yourself from becoming a (stress induced) grinch this holiday season.
- 8 Ways to Boost Your Mood Without Spending a Penny
Everybody loses their happy every now and again, and we’ve got ways to get yours back that don’t involve retail therapy. Check it out!
- Last Minute Holiday Hacks
The holidays are drawing closer and there’s still so much to do! With just a bit of planning and organization, you can have a stress-free and affordable holiday season.
November 2025
- Don’t Get Caught In an Online Shopping Scam
With just about everyone shopping online for anything from clothes to tools to toys, online shopping scams are everywhere. Here’s how to detect and avoid them and keep your money safe!
- Shopping Hacks for Trader Joe’s
From great fruit and veggies to Two-Buck Chuck (now more like $4), we’ve got all the shopping hacks you’ll ever need for Trader Joe’s. Find a store and save a lot!
- Should I Keep Cash at Home?
Think that mattress full of money will protect you from inflation? Not only will it not work, but if a fire, theft or bugs gets to your cash, you’ll really be out of luck. We’ve got advice!
- 5 Ways to Save on Workplace Lunches
Save some money on workplace lunches by brown-bagging it and beyond.
- How to Enjoy Football for Less
You love your NFL team, but seeing a football game at the stadium can get expensive fast, especially with tickets averaging $150. We’ve got plenty of ways to save money!
- Looking For A Job? Scammers May Be Looking For You
If you are on the job hunt, there are scammers out there looking to take advantage of you. Your drive to apply for a job could be used against you, and identity thieves could leave you worse off than before you started.
- How Should I Fund My Holiday Shopping?
Is holiday shopping turning your happiness into a lump of coal? We’ve got tips to keep your debt load low and your spirits high this season!
- How to Crush Credit Card Debt While in College
Paying off credit card debt on a student budget can be tough, but it’s doable with a solid plan. Start by listing everything you owe.
- Is Black Friday Shopping Worth the Hassle?
Do you stalk Black Friday sales like a hungry jaguar, waiting to pounce on just the right air fryer discount? Or do you stay home and shop in your jammies? We make the case for both!
- Money Management: The Cost of Borrowing
Credit cards may be handy, but they’re also a quick route to finding yourself under a pile of debt. Let our advice help you use those cards responsibly and stay out of trouble!
- Best Cyber Security Practices
Practicing good internet hygiene doesn’t have anything to do with wiping down your keyboard or cleaning your mouse. It’s actually a lot easier than that, but can be far more important!
- Stress-Free Thanksgiving That Doesn’t Break the Bank
Are you hosting Thanksgiving again? Instead of limping across the finish line on Thursday a frazzled stress-ball far more interested in a glass of wine than a slice of pie, make it stress-free!
- Ways To Thank A Veteran This Veterans Day
With Veterans Day upon us, you might be wondering about ways to show your support for those who defend our freedom every day. We’ve got a great list of ideas, from flying the flag to taking a walk!
- What to Expect on Your First Holiday as a College Student
The holidays can be a bit different when you’re in college. Going home costs money, and you might find that the family dynamic has changed. You’ve become more independent, and your family has likely also adapted to new norms, so be prepared.
- Job Seekers And Social Media
Your online profile, including social media, could help or hurt your hiring chances. Are you savvy enough?
- Scams To Avoid This Black Friday
It’s time for holiday shopping, and holiday scams! Both online and in-store, the unwary shopper can be scammed … but we’ve got the tips you need to stay safe!
- Thanksgiving Hacks – Save Yourself Time, Stress and Money
Thanksgiving will be here before you know it. This year, avoid the last-minute hassles and a blown budget. Use these Thanksgiving Day hacks for a stress-free and budget-friendly Thanksgiving.
- Dine on a Dime: Thanksgiving Stuffed Sweet Potatoes
Bring all the classic Thanksgiving flavors to your table without breaking the bank! These stuffed sweet potatoes are filled with savory turkey, colorful veggies, and a touch of sweet cranberry sauce—perfect for a festive, hearty meal that’s easy on your wallet.
- What to Buy and What to Skip in November
November is the Super Bowl of shopping, with Black Friday, Cyber Monday and sales all month! We’ve got the things to shop for this month and the ones to avoid!