What's Happening at Trailhead

Pay with your mobile device. Add your Trailhead debit and credit cards to Apple Pay, Google Pay, or Samsung Pay. Mobile wallets are the new way to pay. They’re secure, convenient, and easy to use. With a mobile wallet, you can securely store a digital version of your Trailhead debit and credit card on your compatible smartphone, tablet, or wearable … Read On »

The leaves are changing, the pumpkin spice lattes are flowing, and the Halloween movie marathons are in full swing. With summer behind and the major winter holidays around the corner, fall is the perfect moment to take a breath, sit down with your finances, and give your budget a once over. Why Budget This Fall? Budgeting is essential to do … Read On »

Set up account alerts Digital banking allows you to set up ‘Account Alerts’ for events that happen on the account level, such as your checking, savings, or credit card.  You can set up alerts to be sent via email or text message when your balance dips below a specified dollar amount or if a withdraw or deposit is made over … Read On »

Credit cards can be tricky for many to use. They can increase your spending power, offer perks, and help you build credit. But the urge to “charge it now, pay it later” can lead to overspending and debt that’s hard to pay back. As with most spending habits, managing a credit card responsibly is critical to a balanced financial lifestyle. … Read On »

We are living in difficult financial times. Inflation makes everyday necessities more expensive, and there are rumbles about a recession on the horizon. Times like these can make people nervous about their finances—not just how much they have at a given time, but whether their money is safe. But don’t pull your money out of your accounts and stuff it … Read On »

Congratulations to our 2023 college scholarship recipient, Tate! Tate is pursuing a degree in graphic design at San Diego State University where he will be a Sophomore next year. Tate is a graduate of Benson Polytechnic High School and has been a Trailhead member for over five years. Each year, we award a $1,000 scholarship to a primary member who … Read On »

Teaching your kids financial literacy is one of the best ways to set them up for success later in life. Building a foundation of good saving habits can prepare children for life’s financial ebbs and flows. There are many ways to teach children to be savvy savers. Here are just a few to get you started. Set a Good Example … Read On »

You may have seen recent news headlines about the instability of a few banks and have concerns about the potential impact on Trailhead or our members. Please rest assured that your funds deposited in this credit union are safe. Trailhead does not engage in risky investments with member deposits. We have well established and regulated required limits on our exposure … Read On »

It’s that time of year again: Between late January and April, people gather their financial records and set out to do their income taxes. These tips can help make preparing your 2022 taxes easier to do. Organize Your 2022 Tax Documents An essential part of doing your taxes is ensuring you have all the appropriate documents. The more complicated your … Read On »

Another year has come to an end, and with it comes the tradition of setting intentions and goals for the new one. For many, it’s a time to reevaluate their finances, adjust spending habits, and set new savings goals. But keeping goals can be challenging, especially financial ones. With so many ways to improve your financial health, prioritizing goals that … Read On »