The credit union originated more than $200 million in PPP loans for companies across the United States. 

Vibrant Credit Union will revitalize the vacant Sam’s Club in Moline as its new headquarters.

Good news: You don’t have to be some kind of math genius to succeed in banking. There are plenty of opportunities for people from every background.

The car-buying process is about more than just shopping for a vehicle. 

Shopping for a home can be fun and exciting, although probably a bit stressful at times. Shopping for a mortgage? Emphasis on the stressful part.

Before you choose a loan, look at factors beyond the amount of your monthly payments.

You may be able to lower your monthly payments or reduce the total cost of your loan—but not always.

Don’t wait until you’ve picked out your dream car before you figure out how much you’re going to pay for it.

Those low monthly payments may look enticing, but make sure there aren’t other conditions that could lead to a large payment at the end of your lease period.

A home may seem as though it’s within your budget, don’t forget about the down payment, property taxes, insurance, and closing costs.

If rates have dropped, you may be able to get a lower monthly payment or pay your loan off faster.

Your home is probably your biggest source of wealth—but you can’t exchange it for your kids’ braces. Or can you?

Find out how much you can really afford to spend before you fall in love with a home you can’t really afford.

It may feel like you can’t afford to save right now, but it’s honestly never going to be any easier to do than it is now.

It pays to compare options from a range of local financial institutions to find the best rate of return.

When interest rates go up, it doesn’t matter how high your credit score is—you're going to have to pay more.

Did you know some financial institutions actually charge businesses to make deposits? Credit unions, on the other hand, are focused on service, not on extra fees.

If you want to get a better rate of return on your savings without risk, a certificate of deposit could be the right solution.

We all seek approval, whether it’s from a parent, a mentor, or a karate instructor. But you know what’s better than approval? Preapproval. 

Shopping for a home is kind of a big deal. It’s definitely stressful for a lot of people, especially first-time home buyers. 

For the most part, your credit score doesn’t include information about your checking account—so long as you don't leave your account overdrawn.