Better Money with Elements Financial

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Join us for Better Money with Elements Financial – where we deliver trusted advice from financial wellness pros to help you make your money – and your life in general – better. We’re a credit union that’s respected locally in Indianapolis, Indiana yet we are accessed globally by our members. We hope to welcome fans near and far to this friendly financial podcast! Federally Insured by NCUA. read less
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Episodes

Episode 27 - Navigating Financial Hardships
Feb 28 2024
Episode 27 - Navigating Financial Hardships
According to a recent survey conducted by Gallup, 61% of Americans are facing moderate to severe financial hardships due to the recent price hikes. If you are also struggling to cope with the current situation, then you might be looking for some guidance and support. Terri Mossbrucker joins the podcast to share her insights and discuss the topic with Miranda. She is a member of the Elements Financial Asset Recovery department and is well-equipped to help educate others on financial hardships. Terri has almost 30 years of experience in helping individuals with budgeting and finding solutions for difficult financial situations. -- Websites referenced in the episode:  Indiana Debt Relief: https://www.indianadebtrelief.org/ Indiana Hardest Hit Fund/Indiana Foreclosure Prevention Network: https://www.877gethope.org/    Statistics sourced: More in U.S. Say Inflation Is Causing Financial Hardship Americans Remain Discouraged About Personal Finances   Reference to, or information about, any specific product or service by name, trade name, trademark, or service mark in this podcast does not constitute an endorsement of that product or service. The opinions voiced in this podcast are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual. To determine what may be suitable for you, consult the appropriate qualified professional prior to making a decision. Federally Insured by NCUA
Episode 24 - The Power of Early Investing
Jun 28 2023
Episode 24 - The Power of Early Investing
Miranda is joined by Liz Wertz, LPL Financial Advisor at Elements Wealth Management. Liz shares the answers to the top five questions young professionals have when beginning to invest. Their conversation covers why it’s important to start investing for retirement while you are young, how to use a 401k and employer matching to your advantage, and additional ways you can invest to supplement your current strategies. To learn more about Liz and to contact her, visit her website at elements.org/LWertz.  To view the visual charts mentioned in this podcast, please contact us at bettermoney@elements.org.  The opinions voiced in this podcast are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual. To determine which strategies or investments may be suitable for you, consult the appropriate qualified professional prior to making a decision. Securities and advisory services are offered through LPL Financial (LPL), a registered investment advisor and broker-dealer (member FINRA/SIPC). For hyperlinks to FINRA and SIPC, please refer to ‘See Contact Info’ section above. Insurance products are offered through LPL or its licensed affiliates. Elements Financial Federal Credit Union and Elements Wealth Management are not registered as a broker-dealer or investment advisor. Registered representatives of LPL offer products and services using Elements Wealth Management, and may also be employees of Elements Financial Federal Credit Union These products and services are being offered through LPL or its affiliates, which are separate entities from, and not affiliates of, Elements Financial Federal Credit Union or Elements Wealth Management. Securities and insurance offered through LPL or its affiliates are: • Not Insured by NCUA or Any Other Government Agency • Not Credit Union Guaranteed • Not Credit Union Deposits or Obligations • May Lose Value Your Credit Union (”Financial Institution”) provides referrals to financial professionals of LPL Financial LLC (“LPL”) pursuant to an agreement that allows LPL to pay the Financial Institution for these referrals. This creates an incentive for the Financial Institutions to make these referrals, resulting in a conflict of interest. The Financial Institution is not a current client of LPL for brokerage or advisory services. Please visit https://www.lpl.com/disclosures/is-lpl-relationship-disclosure.html for more detailed information.
Episode 17 - Taking a Seat at Tanorria’s Table
Sep 21 2022
Episode 17 - Taking a Seat at Tanorria’s Table
We sit down with personal chef Tanorria Askew of Tanorria’s Table to chat about her work to make good food more accessible to all. We learn about what skills and tools you should always have in the kitchen - even if you’re not a chef. We talk about when to buy fresh, when to buy bulk, and much more. Listen to the episode to find out how you can enter for a chance* to win a copy of Tanorria’s book "Staples +5." *Better Money with Elements Financial Staples+5 Book Giveaway Contest Rules — No purchase necessary to win. Must be 18 years of age or older to enter. Odds of winning depend on number of entries received. Employees, independent contractors, officers, and officials of Elements Financial and Tanorria Askew/ Tanorria’s Table, their affiliates, subsidiaries, and immediate family members of each, are not eligible to participate in the contest. By entering the contest, entrants agree to release and hold harmless Elements Financial, its affiliates, subsidiaries, officials, officers, employees from any and all liability for any injuries, loss, or damages of any kind arising from, or in connection with, this contest. To enter, send an email to bettermoney@elements.org with “Staples+5” as the subject line. Please include first and last name and a telephone number. One entry per person. The contest runs from September 21, 2022 – October 21, 2022. Five (5) winners will be drawn at random and contacted by Elements Financial based on the prize (shown below). The winner has 48 business hours to claim the prize. If not claimed, a new winner(s) will be chosen at random. All decisions of Elements Financial with respect to the contest are final. Prizes are not transferable, assignable, or redeemable for cash. Prizes are offered “as is”. Elements is not responsible for replacing prizes as a result of damage prior to, during or after shipping or events beyond the control of Elements. All applicable federal, state, and local taxes, if any, are the sole responsibility of the contest winner.  The winners agree to the release of their names and to be shown on social media. If the winner(s) does not accept the terms, new winner(s) will be chosen at random. One prize (winner) per person and household. There are five (5) total winners, prize includes: One (1) copy of Staples+5 – 100 Simple Recipes to Make the Most of Your Pantry ($20 Value) Elements does not endorse “Staples+5”, the author, or recipes or concepts or viewpoints  included in the book. You may also enter by printing your name, telephone number, and email address on a 3x5 index card, and mailing the entry (postage prepaid) to: Elements Financial, c/o Marketing for “Better Money with Elements Financial Staples+5 Book Giveaway Contest” 225 South East Street, Suite 300, Indianapolis, IN, 46202. Elements reserves the right to amend or discontinue the offer at any time. Contest is VOID WHERE PROHIBITED BY LAW.  Reference to, or information about, any specific product or service by name, trade name, trademark, or service mark in this podcast does not constitute an endorsement of that product or service.  Federally Insured by NCUA