Your Guide to Saving Money: Expert Tips and Financial Resources

Explore articles, guides and financial resources designed to help you build savings, manage your budget and make informed financial decisions.

Resources to Help You Save

Whether you're saving for a major purchase, creating an emergency fund or looking for everyday money-saving tips, you'll find helpful insights to support your financial goals.

Earn higher interest rates with a high-yield CD

Where you keep your money matters. If you have funds you do not need for everyday expenses, consider opening a high-yield CD to earn higher interest rates. 

Save Ahead of the Holidays

Holiday costs can add up quickly, especially when you are shopping for children or planning family activities. Check out our blog post and learn how you can plan ahead and save this holiday season. 

Holiday Shopping Without the Holiday Debt

The holiday season is full of celebrations and gift-giving, but it doesn't have to come with holiday debt.

Create a Savings Challenge

Growing your savings doesn't always require a major lifestyle change or a bigger paycheck. Learn how saving $1 on day one, $2 on day two and continue increasing the amount each day throughout the month can add up to over $1,000 in a year.

Fraud Prevention

Whether you're building an emergency fund or saving for a home down payment, learn how you can take steps to prevent fraud can help safeguard the progress you've worked hard to achieve.

Create an Emergency Fund

Build your financial safety net by making small, consistent contributions to your emergency savings over time. Learn how VyStar can help you build a plan for the future.

Save with VyStar Perks

As a VyStar member, you have access to discounts and special offers that can help you save on the things you already use and enjoy. Read how easy it is to save on the things you already buy and enjoy.

Get an Insurance Quote

Think you're getting the best insurance rate? Tune in to our VyCast insurance episode to learn why it's important to get a quote and compare coverage options. You may be able to save money while ensuring the people and things that matter most are protected.

Expert Financial Support, Right Around the Corner

Life changes, and your financial needs change with it. Stop by a VyStar branch to explore products, services and personalized guidance designed to help you reach your goals. 

Save for College with a 529 Plan

Start saving for future education expenses with a 529 plan, which offers tax-advantaged growth and flexibility as your family needs change.

Find the Debt Payoff Strategy That's Right for You

Looking to save while tackling debt? Discover two proven payoff strategies that can help you reduce interest costs, build momentum and become debt-free sooner. 

Drive Away with a Better Rate

For many members, refinancing — replacing an existing loan with a new one at a lower rate or better terms — can provide much needed breathing room in the budget.