Join us as we navigate the world of personal and business finance. From budgeting tips to savings strategies, we’ll guide you on your journey to financial wellness. Whether you are just starting out or looking to sharpen your financial knowledge, this podcast will help you build a brighter future. Tune and let NSCU’s Financial Compass point you in the right direction.
As part of North Star Credit Union’s Who Is Your North Star? campaign, we’re celebrating the individuals and organizations who guide others, lend a hand when it’s needed most, and make a difference throughout our communities.We’ll share more about the inspiration behind the campaign, the three nomination categories, and how North Star Credit Union will award three $500 gifts — $1,500 total — to people or organizations making an impact.Who helped you find your way when you weren’t sure where you were going? Who has been a North Star for you? And who could use a little help finding their way?Join us as we talk about kindness, community, and the people who help make Northern Minnesota a better place.Find Your Way. Help Someone Find Theirs.Nominations due October 8: https://forms.gle/NyF5XeDoHdfu2mdZ7
28 Aug 2026
Things We Thought Would Make Us Happy | NSCU's Financial Compass Podcast
We’ve all spent money on something we were convinced would make us happier — but did it? In this episode of Financial Compass, we’re talking about the things we thought would make us happy and whether they actually lived up to our expectations. We’re also sharing the purchases that turned out to be worth every penny — the things, experiences and little conveniences we’d happily spend money on again. It’s a fun conversation about money, happiness, spending habits and figuring out what’s truly worth it to you.What’s something you thought would make you happy but didn’t? And what’s one purchase you’d make again in a heartbeat? Let us know in the comments!
24 Jul 2026
Experiences vs. Things: What Brings the Most Happiness? | NSCU's Financial Compass Podcast | Season 2, Episode 7
Join us for Episode 7 of NSCU's Financial Compass Podcast as we explore a question many of us face: Should you spend your money on experiences or things?
From family vacations and concerts to new gadgets and everyday purchases, we're discussing what research says about happiness, why some purchases leave a lasting impact, and how you can make spending decisions that align with your financial goals and the life you want to build.
Whether you're saving for your next adventure or deciding on your next big purchase, this episode offers practical tips to help you spend with purpose and create lasting value.
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