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With Thanksgiving being so late this year, it may feel like the holiday shopping season has flown by. You gobbled down the turkey, rushed out for Black Friday shopping, and suddenly, it’s December!...

29Oct

Exploring the Benefits of Beyond Spending Accounts

Michael Lizalde, AVP of Member Experience Consumer Lending at Heartland Credit Union, discusses some of the benefits of our new Beyond Spending accounts....

21Oct

Say Goodbye to Costly Cell Phone Insurance—You’re Covered with the Beyond Ultimate and Essential Spending Accounts!

Most of us rely on our smartphones every day, whether for work, staying connected with loved ones, or managing finances. But when the unexpected happens—a cracked screen, water damage, or even...

09Oct

Discover the Benefits of Beyond Spending Accounts

Have you ever dropped your cell phone and hoped the screen wasn’t cracked? Or found yourself stranded with a flat tire? Or maybe you’re just trying to save money on things you buy every day....

Featured Articles

28 May 2024

Your Ultimate Guide to a Successful Job Hunt, from the HR Lady

Hi job seeker! Perhaps you are considering entering the exciting, yet sometimes stressful world of job hunting. I’d like to invite you to explore some tips that hopefully will make the search a bit...

Family and Career

16 May 2024

When to Refinance Your Car

If you're considering refinancing your auto loan, it's important to understand if a refinance is right for you....

Credit and Lending

The Importance of Financial Planning and Saving for Retirement

Retirement is a phase of life that many people look forward to—a time when you can finally relax and enjoy the fruits of your labor. However, starting to plan and save early can help in achieving a comfortable and financially secure retirement. . Let’s explore the importance of saving for retirement and how financial planning and wealth planners can play a vital role in helping you achieve your retirement goals.

News and Updates

Celebrate ‘One World Through Cooperative Finance’ on International Credit Union (ICU) Day® 2024

04 October 2024News and Updates

On Thursday, October 17, Heartland Credit Union joins other credit unions in our community and worldwide to celebrate International Credit Union Day® and the role that financial cooperatives play in i...

Bass and Mielke Honored by Wichita Business Journal

06 September 2024News and Updates

We’re honored to have some of the best and brightest in the financial industry serving our members. Being able to hire and grow excellent talent is key to providing excellent member service. Recentl...

Loganbill Honored by Wichita Business Journal

04 September 2024News and Updates

At Heartland, we understand it’s important for our staff to not only be invested in our members’ financial success, but also the success of the communities we serve. We’re honored to have some of the...

Redefine Your Financial Future with the Credit Builder Loan

05 April 2024Credit and Lending

Low or no credit can have a widespread impact on a person's life: it can make it difficult to access financial products, secure housing, and even find employment. Payment history is one of the biggest...

What is a HELOC?

22 March 2024Credit and Lending

For most people, your home is your greatest and largest asset. A Home Equity Line of Credit (HELOC) can help you take advantage of the equity you have in your home to give you financial flexibility. ...

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Four HCU Team Members Promoted to Senior Real Estate Loan Consultants

31 January 2024Real Estate

Heartland Credit Union proudly announces the promotions of Tracie Dean, Lydie Terry, Amanda Laymon, and Steve Farmer to Senior Real Estate Loan Consultants. With their wealth of experience, these indi...