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affinity W I N T E R 2 0 1 1<br />

<strong>Moving</strong> <strong>from</strong> <strong>Me</strong>,<strong>LLC</strong><br />

<strong>to</strong> <strong>We</strong>,<strong>Inc</strong>.<br />

Talking Money Matters<br />

Before the <strong>We</strong>dding<br />

Plus!<br />

DEMYSTIFYING<br />

ESTATE PLANNING<br />

5 Common Myths Debunked<br />

NEW FEATURES!<br />

Looking for other ways <strong>to</strong> promote your business? Let <strong>Affinity</strong> help. <strong>We</strong> offer valuable resources and guidance<br />

<strong>to</strong> help your business reach its full potential. Generate new business opportunities through access <strong>to</strong> our<br />

extensive member base, such as:<br />

• Tips Attend free On networking Tidying events at a Up local branch Your Finances<br />

• Participate (A handy in a business tear-out spotlight guide) at one of our branches. (Opportunities are limited and must be scheduled with the branch manager.)<br />

• Had a good experience with <strong>Affinity</strong>? Tell us and we may feature your business in an upcoming issue of Connections! Email us at<br />

Business connections@affinityfcu.com. <strong>Me</strong>mber Spotlights<br />

Contact your <strong>Affinity</strong> Business Specialist, or call 800.325.0808, <strong>to</strong> learn how you can take advantage of these opportunities and more.<br />

<strong>Affinity</strong> Connections | WINTER 2011 | affinityfcu.org 11


Friends & Family<br />

Dear Fellow <strong>Affinity</strong> <strong>Me</strong>mber:<br />

affinity<br />

If you were like me, you spent much of this past Holiday Season with friends and family. <strong>We</strong> gathered <strong>to</strong>gether and gave thanks for all the special people in<br />

our lives, and for everything they do.<br />

At <strong>Affinity</strong>, we consider our members an important part of our extended family. So, it is appropriate <strong>to</strong> take time <strong>from</strong> our busy schedules and thank our<br />

members for being part of the <strong>Affinity</strong> family. <strong>We</strong> appreciate your business, and hope <strong>to</strong> continue <strong>to</strong> serve you well. Our <strong>to</strong>p priority is always <strong>to</strong> exceed the<br />

expectations of our members. In many ways, this means more than the competitive rates and banking services we provide. Our commitment <strong>to</strong> creating a<br />

memorable experience can be seen in how we welcome everyone who walks in<strong>to</strong> one of our branches or calls us on the phone.<br />

I would like <strong>to</strong> extend my appreciation <strong>to</strong> everyone at <strong>Affinity</strong> who helps make us more than just a financial institution. No member request is <strong>to</strong>o small for our<br />

employees, and we are always willing <strong>to</strong> lend a hand. <strong>We</strong> will do whatever is necessary <strong>to</strong> make sure our members are satisfied. Examples are highlighted in<br />

this issue’s Branch Spotlight. Other instances are part of every edition of<br />

<strong>Affinity</strong> Connections.<br />

Our commitment <strong>to</strong> our members is a large part of what makes <strong>Affinity</strong><br />

different. <strong>We</strong> are here <strong>to</strong> best serve you, our members. You are a part of our<br />

extended family.<br />

Sincerely,<br />

John T. Fen<strong>to</strong>n<br />

President & CEO<br />

<strong>Affinity</strong> <strong>Federal</strong> <strong>Credit</strong> <strong>Union</strong><br />

12<br />

5 8<br />

11 IN THIS<br />

ISSUE<br />

Late-Breaking NEWS..................................................................3<br />

– Keeping you up <strong>to</strong> date with the latest <strong>Affinity</strong> news<br />

<strong>Me</strong>mber Community Spotlight.................................................4<br />

– Tell us your s<strong>to</strong>ry and win a new $100 bill<br />

Demystifying Estate Planning .......................................................5<br />

– Five common myths debunked<br />

<strong>Me</strong>mber Spotlight...............................................................................6<br />

– Get It Done While You Sleep, How outsourcing can help<br />

with your <strong>to</strong>-do list<br />

An Easy Money-Saving Tip for 2011......................................7<br />

– Refinance your au<strong>to</strong> loan<br />

<strong>Moving</strong> <strong>from</strong> <strong>Me</strong>, <strong>LLC</strong> <strong>to</strong> <strong>We</strong>, <strong>Inc</strong>. ...........................................8<br />

– Talking money matters before the wedding<br />

Branch Spotlight: New Providence......................................10<br />

– From business advice <strong>to</strong> consumer loans<br />

The 5-Minute IRA Primer .........................................................11<br />

– Your biggest tax mistake for 2011? Not funding your IRA for 2010<br />

You Asked—<strong>We</strong> Answered.....................................................12<br />

– Online banking: Managing your finances made easy<br />

Business <strong>Me</strong>mber Spotlight .................................................13<br />

– Introduce yourself <strong>to</strong> five member companies<br />

<strong>We</strong>lcome NEW BUSINESSES...........................................14<br />

– Thank you for choosing <strong>Affinity</strong><br />

Tips On Tidying Up Your Finances ......................................15<br />

– A handy tear-out guide<br />

2 <strong>Affinity</strong> Connections | WINTER 2011 | affinityfcu.org


Coming soon...<br />

Scan and Deposit Checks<br />

in<strong>to</strong> Your Account <strong>from</strong><br />

Home or Office<br />

In mid-January, <strong>Affinity</strong> will make check<br />

depositing easier and more convenient<br />

through its Online Deposit by Scan<br />

service, available <strong>to</strong> all members who<br />

have registered for Online Banking or<br />

Online Business Banking. With this<br />

service, you can scan and deposit your<br />

checks in<strong>to</strong> your <strong>Affinity</strong> accounts <strong>from</strong><br />

your home or office, at any time of the<br />

day or night, seven days a week.<br />

Online Deposit by Scan is safe and<br />

secure, and allows you <strong>to</strong> deposit checks<br />

in<strong>to</strong> regular savings, money market,<br />

regular checking and Green Rewards<br />

checking. Funds <strong>from</strong> checks deposited<br />

by 4:00pm EST Monday–Friday will be<br />

available the same day.<br />

To get started, visit<br />

affinityfcu.org/onlinedepositbyscan.<br />

<strong>Affinity</strong> Making Tax<br />

Preparation Easier<br />

If you need a Certified Public Accountant (CPA)*<br />

for your taxes, <strong>Affinity</strong> can help. Our expanded<br />

CPA Partner Program includes a number of<br />

CPAs that serve your area. All participating<br />

CPAs are pre-screened and <strong>Affinity</strong> moni<strong>to</strong>rs<br />

each experience <strong>to</strong> ensure satisfaction. Find a<br />

CPA at affinityfcu.org/tax, call 800.325.0808, or<br />

visit a branch.<br />

<strong>Me</strong>mbers who prepare their own taxes can use<br />

TurboTax ® for Online Banking, which has new<br />

features and an updated look and feel that make<br />

it even easier <strong>to</strong> use! TaxCaster is a <strong>to</strong>ol that<br />

calculates your potential tax refund, the Life<br />

Events Advisor helps you understand the<br />

potential tax impact of certain major life events,<br />

and the IRA Calcula<strong>to</strong>r assists in determining<br />

your optimal IRA contributions.<br />

Visit affinityfcu.org, log in <strong>to</strong> Online Banking, and<br />

click on the TurboTax ® tab <strong>to</strong> get started!<br />

<strong>Affinity</strong> members will receive 15% off the<br />

standard TurboTax ® for Online Banking product.<br />

*Tax preparers are independent contrac<strong>to</strong>rs, experienced<br />

in income tax preparation. Tax services are not provided<br />

by nor supervised by <strong>Affinity</strong> <strong>Federal</strong> <strong>Credit</strong> <strong>Union</strong>.<br />

LATE-BREAKING<br />

<strong>Affinity</strong> Scholarship<br />

Program Applications<br />

Available Soon<br />

NEWS<br />

Applications for the 2011 <strong>Affinity</strong><br />

Scholarship Program will be available<br />

in mid-February. Offered through<br />

the <strong>Affinity</strong> Foundation, the program<br />

is open <strong>to</strong> graduating high school<br />

seniors who are U.S. citizens or<br />

U.S. resident aliens and are members<br />

of <strong>Affinity</strong> in good standing.<br />

Applicants must use the scholarship<br />

<strong>to</strong> attend an accredited two-year or<br />

four-year college or university.<br />

Visit affinityfcu.org/foundation for<br />

more information.<br />

<strong>Affinity</strong> Serves as<br />

<strong>Me</strong>mbers’ Voice<br />

Congressman Leonard Lance (center) with (<strong>from</strong> left) David<br />

Snodgrass, <strong>Affinity</strong> Executive Vice President & Chief Strategy<br />

Officer, Beth Degnan, <strong>Affinity</strong> Assistant Vice President of<br />

External Affairs, John Fen<strong>to</strong>n, <strong>Affinity</strong> President & CEO, and<br />

Mike Kzirian, Chairman Emeritus, Board of Direc<strong>to</strong>rs.<br />

In addition <strong>to</strong> the philanthropy through our<br />

501(c)(3) foundation and the ongoing<br />

volunteerism through our branch network,<br />

<strong>Affinity</strong>’s good corporate citizenry also<br />

includes the political arena.<br />

“Our public policy work is an extension of<br />

our good will performed on behalf of our<br />

consumer and business client members,”<br />

explained Beth Degnan, Assistant Vice<br />

President of External Affairs. “<strong>Affinity</strong><br />

diligently supports legislation that is in the<br />

best interests of our members and that of<br />

our employee groups, such as working <strong>to</strong><br />

lift the member business lending cap that<br />

will help companies grow and stimulate<br />

the economy. Conversely, we voice<br />

opposition <strong>to</strong> proposed laws that we<br />

consider detrimental. <strong>We</strong> remain active on<br />

the state and federal levels <strong>to</strong> protect our<br />

members’ rights for competitive choice and<br />

procurement of favorable banking services.<br />

It is just one more way <strong>Affinity</strong> is a<br />

champion for our members and an<br />

advocate for our community,” said Beth.<br />

To learn more about <strong>Affinity</strong>, visit<br />

affinityfcu.org<br />

This newsletter is distributed with the understanding that it does not constitute legal, accounting or other professional advice. Neither <strong>Affinity</strong> nor any other party will assume liability for loss or<br />

damage as a result of this material. Appropriate legal or accounting advice should be sought <strong>from</strong> a competent professional. <strong>Affinity</strong> is not responsible for typographic or inadvertent errors. <strong>Affinity</strong><br />

Financial Services is a wholly owned subsidiary of <strong>Affinity</strong> <strong>Federal</strong> <strong>Credit</strong> <strong>Union</strong>. © 2010 <strong>Affinity</strong> <strong>Federal</strong> <strong>Credit</strong> <strong>Union</strong>.<br />

<strong>Affinity</strong> Connections | WINTER 2011 | affinityfcu.org 3


member community spotlight<br />

Tell Us Your S<strong>to</strong>ry<br />

and Win a New $100 Bill<br />

The U.S. Treasury is giving the $100 bill a makeover…<br />

and we’d like <strong>to</strong> give one of these new, crisp, high-tech bills <strong>to</strong> three <strong>Affinity</strong> members.<br />

All you have <strong>to</strong> do is tell us your favorite<br />

<strong>Affinity</strong> experience. The three members<br />

whose s<strong>to</strong>ries best exemplify <strong>Affinity</strong> will<br />

receive a $100 bill, scheduled <strong>to</strong> go in<strong>to</strong><br />

circulation in February 2011.<br />

As members, you have enjoyed many<br />

positive experiences of how <strong>Affinity</strong> has<br />

provided the personalized service that you<br />

can’t find at other financial institutions.<br />

Maybe it was one of our Au<strong>to</strong> Advisors<br />

helping you buy the car of your dreams<br />

at a price that fit your budget. It could<br />

have been how our Financial Advisors<br />

developed a plan that helped you meet<br />

your goals. Or it could be one of our<br />

branch employees doing those little things<br />

<strong>to</strong> make sure you are completely satisfied.<br />

Whatever it is, we want <strong>to</strong> hear about it.<br />

Simply write a brief s<strong>to</strong>ry (300 words or<br />

less) telling us about your best<br />

<strong>Affinity</strong> experience and email it<br />

<strong>to</strong> edi<strong>to</strong>r@affinityfcu.com by<br />

February 1, 2011.<br />

Winners will be announced on<br />

or around February 15, 2011.<br />

In addition <strong>to</strong> receiving the $100,<br />

the three members chosen will be<br />

featured in the Spring 2011 issue of<br />

<strong>Affinity</strong> Connections.<br />

Email your s<strong>to</strong>ry <strong>to</strong> edi<strong>to</strong>r@affinityfcu.com <strong>to</strong>day!<br />

<strong>Affinity</strong> is proud<br />

<strong>to</strong> announce<br />

that it will open<br />

its newest branch office in the<br />

Spring of 2011. The new branch, <strong>to</strong> be<br />

located at 2190 Route 27, Edison, NJ,<br />

New Branch Opening in Edison<br />

will provide the same comfortable<br />

setting and personalized service<br />

offered at all <strong>Affinity</strong> branches.<br />

Look for an update on the opening in<br />

the next issue of <strong>Affinity</strong> Connections.<br />

Dear members,<br />

This is YOUR page, so send your submissions<br />

<strong>to</strong> edi<strong>to</strong>r@affinityfcu.com and you could<br />

be featured in an upcoming issue of<br />

<strong>Affinity</strong> Connections!<br />

(Letters may be edited for content and clarity.)<br />

Your favorite magazine, <strong>Affinity</strong> Connections,<br />

is always available online.<br />

Current and past issues are just a click away<br />

for you <strong>to</strong> reference great tips, knowledge<br />

and advice, and <strong>to</strong> enjoy time and time again.<br />

Just visit: affinityfcu.org/connections<br />

Want <strong>to</strong> opt out of receiving <strong>Affinity</strong> Connections via mail?<br />

Simply send your name and address <strong>to</strong> connections@affinityfcu.com and state “Opt Out” in your email subject line<br />

and we will take care of the rest. You can then continue <strong>to</strong> view <strong>Affinity</strong> Connections online.<br />

4 <strong>Affinity</strong> Connections | WINTER 2011 | affinityfcu.org


Demystifying<br />

Estate Planning<br />

Five Common Myths Debunked<br />

You don’t need a last name like<br />

Rockefeller, Morgan or Vanderbilt <strong>to</strong><br />

require an estate plan. Generally,<br />

anyone who has children or owns<br />

assets such as property should have<br />

a proper estate plan in place.<br />

An estate plan is an important<br />

part of an overall financial plan.<br />

A well-crafted estate plan spells out<br />

the manner in which you want your<br />

property managed and distributed.<br />

Below are five common myths that we<br />

debunk <strong>to</strong> help make sure your assets<br />

are protected.<br />

1. Estate planning is for the elderly.<br />

It is wise <strong>to</strong> have a well-crafted estate plan<br />

during every life stage. Estate planning<br />

can help you distribute property in a<br />

manner consistent with your wishes, help<br />

care for loved ones, and save money on<br />

taxes and fees.<br />

2. If I am not married and don’t<br />

have children, I don’t need an<br />

estate plan.<br />

Even if you are single and have no children,<br />

an estate plan can help:<br />

• Plan for possible incapacity<br />

• Provide for relatives<br />

• Help your business<br />

3. I created a will years ago,<br />

so I am covered.<br />

Making sure your will AND your<br />

beneficiary designations are current helps<br />

ensure your assets pass on <strong>to</strong> heirs in the<br />

manner you choose. An out-of-date or<br />

improperly drafted will can cause your<br />

estate <strong>to</strong> be distributed under the laws of<br />

intestate, which vary by state. Your will<br />

should be reviewed and updated<br />

periodically with the assistance of a<br />

competent estate-planning at<strong>to</strong>rney.<br />

Also, certain assets, such as IRAs, life<br />

insurance, and annuities, move separately<br />

based solely on the beneficiary forms<br />

completed when you established these<br />

accounts—despite what a will may say!<br />

4. My will is safely s<strong>to</strong>red in my<br />

safe deposit box.<br />

Safe deposit boxes are usually sealed at<br />

death and made inaccessible. Make sure<br />

your execu<strong>to</strong>r has the authority and the key<br />

<strong>to</strong> access the box. Alternatively, experts<br />

recommend keeping a conformed copy,<br />

which is a duplicate of the original with<br />

essential legal features—such as signature<br />

and seal—typed or indicated in writing, at<br />

home. The original should remain with the<br />

at<strong>to</strong>rney who prepared the document.<br />

5. I update my will by hand,<br />

so it’s current.<br />

One of the speediest ways <strong>to</strong> invalidate<br />

a will is <strong>to</strong> make a handwritten change<br />

on the document. Even if you initial it,<br />

hand-written changes, called interlineation,<br />

are not usually accepted by a court.<br />

The judge may disregard the handwriting<br />

and keep the original terms, but it is<br />

possible that the will may be deemed<br />

invalid in its entirety.<br />

Enlist the services of a professional<br />

Working with a trusted estate-planning<br />

at<strong>to</strong>rney is an effective way <strong>to</strong> create a wellrounded<br />

estate plan that helps your loved<br />

ones avoid financial chaos. To get started,<br />

visit www.mystatewill.com <strong>to</strong> see what it may<br />

cost your heirs if you die without a will.<br />

Let <strong>Affinity</strong> Help You in<br />

Your Estate Planning<br />

<strong>Affinity</strong> can help keep your estate<br />

in order. Visit affinityfcu.org and<br />

look for the Financial Learning<br />

Center under the Advice &<br />

Planning tab. <strong>We</strong> have an entire<br />

section devoted <strong>to</strong> estate planning,<br />

including worksheets <strong>to</strong> help<br />

you determine the net worth of<br />

your estate and <strong>to</strong> list all your<br />

wishes, such as guardians and<br />

execu<strong>to</strong>rs. It’s a great way <strong>to</strong> begin<br />

making a plan so you are<br />

prepared when you sit down<br />

with an at<strong>to</strong>rney.<br />

Alternatively, contact Jamian R. Probber,<br />

Esq., At<strong>to</strong>rney and Financial Planner at<br />

908.860.3744 or jamianp@affinityfcu.com.<br />

Jamian offers all <strong>Affinity</strong> members a free<br />

initial meeting including a review of your<br />

existing wills and insurance.<br />

Sources:<br />

“101 Biggest Estate Planning Mistakes,” by Herbert E.<br />

Nass, Esq. Copyright 2010.<br />

“Guide <strong>to</strong> Wills and Estates, Third Edition,” The<br />

American Bar Association, Copyright 2009.<br />

The New York Times, “Estate Planning: What You<br />

Need <strong>to</strong> Know,” January 26, 2009.<br />

<strong>Affinity</strong> Connections | WINTER 2011 | affinityfcu.org 5


member spotlight<br />

Edi<strong>to</strong>r’s Note: In this edition of <strong>Me</strong>mber Spotlight, we highlight an article that two<br />

business members—Sameer Kumar and Mike Agugliaro of Amazing Business Amazing Life—<br />

submitted. It provides tips on helping get everything done.<br />

Believe it or not, you can get “stuff” done while you sleep.<br />

It’s called outsourcing, and now anyone can benefit <strong>from</strong> it.<br />

Business-owners are the biggest outsourcers. They make more money, kill overhead,<br />

and reduce stress by outsourcing. Companies have call-answering services, delivery<br />

services, and outside organizations that handle payroll. Individuals do it, <strong>to</strong>o, for<br />

returning phone calls, writing checks, organizing calendars and researching vacation deals.<br />

SHOULD I OR SHOULDN’T I?<br />

The simplest way <strong>to</strong> determine if something should be outsourced is <strong>to</strong> run it<br />

through a Decision-Making/Implementation Process. By doing this, you’ll accomplish<br />

two things. First, you’ll know which tasks should get done and those that can be<br />

eliminated. This can slash your <strong>to</strong>-do list by as much as 20%.<br />

The Decision-Making portion of the formula helps you determine if the task:<br />

• Makes you money<br />

• Saves time<br />

• <strong>Inc</strong>reases your sanity<br />

• Improves quality of life<br />

• Provides a long-term benefit<br />

If the task fits at least two of these criteria, then the Implementation part of the<br />

formula guides you as <strong>to</strong> whether you should do it yourself or outsource it.<br />

Among the questions answered by the Implementation process are:<br />

• Do I enjoy it?<br />

• Do I do it best?<br />

• Is there a tangible or intangible benefit?<br />

• Is it an obligation?<br />

• Can I outsource it without losing the benefits?<br />

Get It<br />

Done<br />

While<br />

You<br />

Sleep!<br />

How Outsourcing<br />

Can Help With Your<br />

To-Do List<br />

OUTSOURCING STRATEGIES<br />

Two of the best outsourcing strategies<br />

are concierge services and virtual<br />

assistants. Both are simple and<br />

inexpensive ways of getting your feet<br />

wet with outsourcing.<br />

Concierge services can help with<br />

travel reservations, car rentals, finding<br />

hotels, booking flights, and making<br />

restaurant reservations. Some less<br />

common ways <strong>to</strong> use concierge services<br />

are locating bakeries with allergy-free<br />

baked goods for children’s birthdays,<br />

providing a list of the best software for<br />

your business, and helping coordinate<br />

seminars or events.<br />

VIRTUAL ASSISTANTS (VAs)<br />

Simply, Virtual Assistants can take care<br />

of everything that does not require<br />

physical presence. They’re similar <strong>to</strong><br />

concierge services, but a VA can be<br />

anywhere, as long as he or she has a<br />

reliable Internet connection and phone.<br />

So, what’s your role in working with a<br />

VA? You’re responsible for being very<br />

detailed and organized in the delegation<br />

of your tasks. Identify what needs <strong>to</strong> be<br />

done, deadlines, how the VA should<br />

contact you with questions, and how<br />

the final delivery should look.<br />

A sampling of VA tasks includes<br />

answering calls, maintaining your<br />

calendar, arranging appointments,<br />

organizing travel and reservations, and<br />

following up with clients or prospects.<br />

They can even have flowers—complete<br />

with a card—delivered <strong>to</strong> your spouse.<br />

A good VA will cost anywhere <strong>from</strong> $2<br />

<strong>to</strong> $100 an hour, depending on the<br />

complexity of what you need done and<br />

the location of the VA. They can be<br />

hired by the hour or on a project basis.<br />

You can learn more about VAs by<br />

visiting www.ivaa.org, the website of<br />

the International Virtual Assistants<br />

Association (IVAA).<br />

Sameer Kumar and Mike Agugliaro, co-owners of Amazing Business Amazing Life, teach business owners strategies<br />

<strong>to</strong> make more money, limit overhead, and reduce stress through five methods: Au<strong>to</strong>mation, Systemization, Outsourcing,<br />

Marketing & Creating Referral-Generating Machines. To learn more, visit www.AmazingBusinessAmazingLife.com.<br />

6 <strong>Affinity</strong> Connections | WINTER 2011 | affinityfcu.org


An Easy, Money-Saving Tip for 2011: Refinance Your Au<strong>to</strong> Loan<br />

Resolutions are as much a part of New Year’s as<br />

singing Auld Lang Syne. If you’re like most Americans,<br />

making a resolution isn’t the hard part. Keeping it is.<br />

Statistics say only 10% of us follow through on our<br />

resolutions for the entire year.<br />

If saving money is one of your goals for 2011, <strong>to</strong>day’s low interest rates offer<br />

a great opportunity. And we’re not simply talking about refinancing your<br />

mortgage. Take a look at your au<strong>to</strong> loan. You may be able <strong>to</strong> save hundreds<br />

of dollars and lower your monthly payment.<br />

Saving Money is Easy<br />

Refinancing your au<strong>to</strong> loan is simple. The application only takes about 5–10<br />

minutes <strong>to</strong> complete. Time well spent, considering how much you can save.<br />

A common interest rate two years ago was 7.00% APR. Current rates are about<br />

5.00% APR 1 . By refinancing at <strong>to</strong>day’s lower rates, you can save considerable<br />

money over the life of the loan, as you can see <strong>from</strong> the chart below.<br />

(married couples<br />

Interest Rate (APR) Monthly Payment filing Total jointly) Loan Cost<br />

7.00% $463.15 $16,673.40<br />

4.99% $449.49 $16,181.64<br />

Note: Based on $15,000 remaining on a loan for 36 months.<br />

Low Fees<br />

Au<strong>to</strong> refinancing does not require much in terms of out-of-pocket expenses.<br />

You will have <strong>to</strong> pay a lien-holder fee, which varies by state but should be<br />

less than $100. Another potential cost is a pre-payment penalty for your<br />

existing loan, though <strong>Affinity</strong> members do not have <strong>to</strong> worry<br />

about this fee if their original loan is with <strong>Affinity</strong>.<br />

Jump-Start the Process<br />

It’s best <strong>to</strong> refinance within the first two years of the loan.<br />

If you wait longer, your car’s value may not be enough<br />

collateral for the loan.<br />

There’s another advantage, according <strong>to</strong> Johana Gomera,<br />

Consumer Loan Manager. “Interest on a car loan is frontloaded.<br />

It’s better <strong>to</strong> refinance early on, because that’s when<br />

you’re paying the most interest,” said Johana.<br />

The best way <strong>to</strong> get started is <strong>to</strong> talk <strong>to</strong> an experienced loan<br />

advisor at <strong>Affinity</strong>. They can steer you in the right direction<br />

so you save money in the year ahead. Call 800.325.0808,<br />

ext. 3888, or visit affinityfcu.org/au<strong>to</strong>loan <strong>to</strong> learn more.<br />

Sources:<br />

www.carbuyingtips.com<br />

www.cars.com<br />

www.edmunds.com<br />

www.lendingtree.com<br />

SHOULD YOU REFINANCE<br />

YOUR AUTO LOAN?<br />

Consider these three fac<strong>to</strong>rs when<br />

determining if you should refinance:<br />

1. IS YOUR LOAN UPSIDE-DOWN? If your car<br />

is worth less than what you owe, refinancing<br />

may be the only way <strong>to</strong> make it right-side up.<br />

A lower interest rate may help reduce the<br />

“loan value” <strong>to</strong> a level close <strong>to</strong> or equal that of<br />

the car’s actual value.<br />

2. DOES YOUR LOAN HAVE A HIGH<br />

INTEREST RATE? Compare your rate with<br />

those now available. If it’s higher by 1% or<br />

more, you should refinance.<br />

3. IS THE MONTHLY PAYMENT TOO HIGH?<br />

Refinancing at a lower rate will reduce your<br />

monthly payment. Avoid the temptation of<br />

lowering it further by extending the term or<br />

you may wind up with an upside-down loan.<br />

<strong>Affinity</strong>: The Right Place <strong>to</strong> Park Your Au<strong>to</strong> Loan<br />

<strong>Affinity</strong> can help refinance your existing au<strong>to</strong> loan, as well as find a<br />

new car for you. <strong>Me</strong>mbers benefit <strong>from</strong> a rate as low as 4.99% APR 2 .<br />

<strong>Affinity</strong> charges the same rate, regardless of whether you are<br />

buying a new or used vehicle. <strong>We</strong> don’t change the rate based on<br />

loan length or amount.<br />

<strong>Affinity</strong> also offers au<strong>to</strong> loan discounts that can be combined for<br />

increased savings! You can save through our Green Au<strong>to</strong> Loan, Au<strong>to</strong><br />

Loyalty Program, and Extended Warranty Coverage Discount.<br />

College students and recent graduates who finance an au<strong>to</strong><br />

through <strong>Affinity</strong> will have their first loan payment (up <strong>to</strong> $300) paid<br />

by <strong>Affinity</strong> through our Au<strong>to</strong> Graduate Loan program.<br />

To learn more, call <strong>Affinity</strong> Consumer Loans at 800.325.0808,<br />

ext. 3888 or visit affinityfcu.org/au<strong>to</strong>loan.<br />

1<br />

APR (Annual Percentage Rate), subject <strong>to</strong> change.<br />

2<br />

Rates available <strong>to</strong> <strong>Affinity</strong> <strong>Me</strong>mbers only. Annual Percentage Rate (APR) subject <strong>to</strong> change at any<br />

time without notice. Gap insurance may be required. Additional discounts may apply. Offer does<br />

not apply <strong>to</strong> vehicles currently financed by <strong>Affinity</strong>. Rate quoted is part of a firm offer of credit.<br />

4.99% APR includes a 1% reduction for au<strong>to</strong>matic payment. Some restrictions may apply.<br />

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<strong>Moving</strong> <strong>from</strong> <strong>Me</strong>,<strong>LLC</strong><br />

You might know your intended’s<br />

shoe size, and favorite food and film.<br />

You may even know some family<br />

secrets. You communicate, trust<br />

and care for each other.<br />

But do you know your soul mate’s<br />

credit score, spending habits and<br />

attitudes <strong>to</strong>ward saving money?<br />

Do you know your prospective<br />

spouse’s financial goals and dreams?<br />

If the answer is “no,” don’t be alarmed.<br />

While many couples share some of<br />

their most intimate thoughts, and dot all<br />

the i’s and cross the t’s when it comes<br />

<strong>to</strong> wedding details, many fail <strong>to</strong><br />

communicate about one of the most<br />

important <strong>to</strong>pics that can make or break<br />

any loving relationship: FINANCES.<br />

Financial Harmony Leads <strong>to</strong> Marital Bliss<br />

“It may not sound very romantic, but worry<br />

and confusion about money can strain any<br />

relationship. By tackling money matters<br />

before walking down the aisle, you will have<br />

taken a significant step on your journey<br />

<strong>to</strong>ward financial and family harmony,” said<br />

Diane Boyer, Budget & <strong>Credit</strong> Team Leader,<br />

<strong>Affinity</strong> <strong>Federal</strong> <strong>Credit</strong> <strong>Union</strong>.<br />

While there is no “one-size-fits-all” system<br />

that works, one thing is certain: communication<br />

is the key. Money can be an emotional<br />

issue. When discussing finances with your<br />

partner, it’s extremely important <strong>to</strong> be<br />

nonjudgmental and honest. And that means<br />

being honest with yourself, as well.<br />

Here are four tips <strong>to</strong> help you move <strong>from</strong><br />

<strong>Me</strong>, <strong>LLC</strong> <strong>to</strong> <strong>We</strong>, <strong>Inc</strong>.<br />

Step ONE: Let the Numbers Do the Talking<br />

Exchanging copies of important documents<br />

can provide a springboard for discussions<br />

about saving and managing money. Some of<br />

the documents Diane suggests are:<br />

• <strong>Credit</strong> Reports — disclose an accurate<br />

his<strong>to</strong>ry of triumphs, mistakes and habits.<br />

• Tax Returns — disclose income.<br />

• Statements of Net Worth — a snapshot<br />

of the value of your financial holdings that<br />

can be created by listing all your assets<br />

and subtracting your liabilities.<br />

Need a copy of your credit report or help<br />

calculating your net worth?<br />

ONLINE RESOURCES MAKE IT EASY.<br />

You can obtain one free credit report every<br />

12 months <strong>from</strong> each of the three major credit<br />

services—Equifax.com, Transunion.com or<br />

Experian.com. All three can be accessed very<br />

easily by visiting Annual<strong>Credit</strong>Report.com.<br />

You can calculate your net worth online at<br />

http://cgi.money.cnn.com/<strong>to</strong>ols/networth/<br />

networth.html.<br />

Step ONE Talking Points:<br />

• What income is coming in? How will<br />

you manage any differences in income?<br />

(For example, if one person is the sole<br />

bread winner or makes considerably more<br />

than the other, will he/she have the final<br />

say in financial decisions or will you<br />

decide <strong>to</strong>gether?)<br />

• Are there outstanding debts that need <strong>to</strong> be<br />

cleaned up? How will that be accomplished?<br />

• Will you commingle your finances or<br />

keep them separate?<br />

• Will one or both of you tackle the chores<br />

of paying bills and managing finances?<br />

• Should you have separate credit cards or joint?<br />

• If it’s a second marriage, or if there<br />

are substantial assets, is a prenuptial<br />

agreement necessary?<br />

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<strong>to</strong><strong>We</strong>,<strong>Inc</strong>.<br />

Talking Money Matters<br />

Before the <strong>We</strong>dding<br />

Step TWO: Discuss Goals and Dreams<br />

Once you know the numbers, dig a little<br />

deeper. Explore each other’s “financial<br />

personality” by revealing your goals and<br />

dreams. One way <strong>to</strong> get the conversation<br />

started is <strong>to</strong> discuss how your parents<br />

handled money matters, and express your<br />

likes and dislikes about their system.<br />

Step TWO Talking Points:<br />

• Do you consider yourself a spender<br />

or a saver?<br />

• What are your financial expectations,<br />

goals and dreams? Do you seek<br />

financial security? Do you want <strong>to</strong> own<br />

a home? Retire early? Save for a future<br />

child’s education?<br />

• Will you require a budget <strong>to</strong> prioritize<br />

and reach certain goals?<br />

• What are your attitudes <strong>to</strong>ward debt?<br />

Step THREE: Consider Technology<br />

Fortunately, <strong>to</strong>day’s couples have a resource<br />

their parents never had: technology. Online<br />

banking, au<strong>to</strong>matic bill pay and money<br />

management systems such as <strong>Affinity</strong>’s<br />

FinanceWorks(See related article on page12)<br />

take much of the mystery and drudgery out<br />

of financial chores. Use these <strong>to</strong>ols <strong>to</strong>gether <strong>to</strong><br />

help you decide on a plan and stick <strong>to</strong> it.<br />

Step FOUR: Communicate Regularly<br />

Of course, technology won’t replace the<br />

initial conversation and the many future<br />

talks that will follow during life’s twists and<br />

turns. Communicating openly and regularly<br />

can put you on track <strong>to</strong>ward effective money<br />

management, as well as make your relationship<br />

much richer in many other ways.<br />

Securities offered by <strong>Affinity</strong> Investment Services, <strong>LLC</strong>, 73<br />

Mountain View Boulevard, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920, member<br />

FINRA/SIPC. Investments offered by <strong>Affinity</strong> Investment<br />

Services are not deposits or obligations of <strong>Affinity</strong> <strong>Federal</strong><br />

<strong>Credit</strong> <strong>Union</strong>. They are NOT NCUA-INSURED and NOT<br />

GUARANTEED by <strong>Affinity</strong> <strong>Federal</strong> <strong>Credit</strong> <strong>Union</strong> or any<br />

governmental agency and are subject <strong>to</strong> INVESTMENT RISK,<br />

including LOSS of PRINCIPAL. Investments may lose value.<br />

<strong>Affinity</strong> Investment Services, <strong>LLC</strong>, is a wholly owned<br />

subsidiary of <strong>Affinity</strong> <strong>Federal</strong> <strong>Credit</strong> <strong>Union</strong>.<br />

Sources:<br />

“Common Sense Conversations for Couples,” Copyright<br />

2009 Tim Michum<br />

The New York Times, “Money Talks <strong>to</strong> Have Before<br />

Marriage,” 10/23/2009<br />

Findlaw.com<br />

Get Started with an <strong>Affinity</strong><br />

Financial <strong>We</strong>llness Advisor<br />

Do you know a family member or friend<br />

thinking about taking that big step?<br />

Surprise them by scheduling a free<br />

Financial <strong>We</strong>llness session.<br />

Find out more about our<br />

Financial <strong>We</strong>llness services <strong>to</strong>day.<br />

Visit affinityfcu.org/financialwellness,<br />

or call 800.325.0808.<br />

For investing considerations, an<br />

appointment with an <strong>Affinity</strong> Financial<br />

Advisor could also be beneficial!<br />

Marriage is a good time <strong>to</strong> re-assess your<br />

financial situation, but it certainly is not<br />

the only instance in which you should<br />

do so. Every couple and individual should<br />

periodically review their financial plan.<br />

An <strong>Affinity</strong> Financial Advisor can get the<br />

ball rolling and help you create a plan that<br />

will help you achieve your goals.<br />

Contact an <strong>Affinity</strong> Financial Advisor<br />

at 888.734.1300.<br />

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anch spotlight: New Providence<br />

From Business Advice <strong>to</strong> Consumer Loans,<br />

the New Providence Branch Does It All<br />

It’s not unusual for an <strong>Affinity</strong> member <strong>to</strong> s<strong>to</strong>p by the<br />

New Providence branch just <strong>to</strong> say hello. On Saturdays,<br />

they might even bring bagels.<br />

“It’s that kind of a family feeling that we evoke,” said<br />

Shindora Knox, <strong>Affinity</strong> <strong>Me</strong>mber Experience Officer. “A lot of<br />

companies say they are in<strong>to</strong> relationship building, but at<br />

<strong>Affinity</strong>, we live it on a daily basis.”<br />

That’s why it didn’t surprise the staff when a member<br />

s<strong>to</strong>pped in on her way <strong>to</strong> a job interview. “She had been out<br />

of work for a while,” said Shindora, “and was excited <strong>to</strong> have<br />

the interview. She came in <strong>to</strong> ask us how she looked.”<br />

However, when the member returned <strong>to</strong> her car, it wouldn’t<br />

start. She returned <strong>to</strong> the lobby <strong>to</strong> ask for help. That’s when<br />

the <strong>Affinity</strong> team jumped in<strong>to</strong> action.<br />

Explains Shindora, “<strong>We</strong> called AAA but they require you <strong>to</strong><br />

wait by the car with your information. <strong>We</strong> didn’t want her <strong>to</strong><br />

miss the interview, so one of our team members drove her <strong>to</strong><br />

the interview while another stayed<br />

with her car. By the time<br />

she returned, the car<br />

was fixed.”<br />

“As it turns out, she got the job.<br />

When she was ready <strong>to</strong> replace<br />

that car, she financed her new one<br />

through us.”<br />

With You Every Step of the Way<br />

That kind of happy ending is not<br />

the only unique aspect of <strong>Affinity</strong>.<br />

Shindora notes how <strong>Affinity</strong> offers<br />

products and services that meet<br />

the changing needs of members<br />

as they reach life miles<strong>to</strong>nes.<br />

“<strong>We</strong> have a member who has<br />

been with us since his teenage<br />

years, when he opened his<br />

savings account,” said Shindora.<br />

“He became a barber, and for the last 20 years has been<br />

working with his men<strong>to</strong>r. Now, his men<strong>to</strong>r is retiring and<br />

he wants <strong>to</strong> buy the business. <strong>We</strong>’re helping him with<br />

the financing and we’ll continue <strong>to</strong> advise him in this<br />

new venture.”<br />

<strong>Me</strong>mber businesses often showcase themselves in the lobby,<br />

and the branch sponsors quarterly business networking<br />

events where members can share best practices.<br />

Warm Atmosphere…and Cocoa<br />

For business and consumer members alike, the<br />

New Providence branch offers a warm atmosphere, complete<br />

with complimentary coffee, tea and cocoa.<br />

Community service is a priority at <strong>Affinity</strong>, as well as at<br />

the New Providence branch. This year alone, the staff has<br />

volunteered in more than 30 activities.<br />

Shindora Knox,<br />

<strong>Affinity</strong> <strong>Me</strong>mber Experience Officer.<br />

“Everyone who works here has this innate desire <strong>to</strong><br />

serve,” said Shindora. “After all, that’s what <strong>Affinity</strong><br />

is all about.”<br />

NEW PROVIDENCE BRANCH<br />

A&P Shopping Center<br />

598 Central Avenue<br />

New Providence, New Jersey 07974<br />

800.325.0808, ext. 3982<br />

Hours: Mon-<strong>We</strong>d, Fri, 8:30–6:00;<br />

Thu, 8:30–7:00; Sat, 9:00–1:00<br />

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The 5-MinuteIRA Primer<br />

Your Biggest Tax Mistake in 2011? Not Funding Your IRA for 2010!<br />

There’s Still Time <strong>to</strong> Contribute...<br />

Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs) are probably one of the<br />

most misunders<strong>to</strong>od and underutilized financial <strong>to</strong>ols available.<br />

A 2008 AARP study revealed that 44% of Americans don’t<br />

understand how an IRA works. If you haven’t opened an IRA,<br />

it’s a good idea <strong>to</strong> do so. IRAs offer amazing tax benefits that allow your<br />

savings <strong>to</strong> compound much faster than if held in an ordinary taxable account.<br />

Renée Vanek, President of <strong>Affinity</strong> Investment Services, gave <strong>Affinity</strong> Connections a<br />

five-minute review of IRAs so you can make the most of the tax advantages these plans offer.<br />

Remember, even if you have a retirement plan at work such as a 401(k), you can still contribute <strong>to</strong> an IRA!<br />

IRA TYPES: TRADITIONAL AND ROTH<br />

Traditional<br />

In a Traditional IRA, you make contributions<br />

with money you can typically deduct on your<br />

income tax return. Even if you don’t qualify for<br />

the income tax deduction, your money will still<br />

grow, tax-deferred, until withdrawn for<br />

retirement (after age 59 1/2, but no later than<br />

age 70 1/2) at which time it is taxed.<br />

Roth<br />

With a Roth IRA, you make contributions with<br />

money on which you’ve already paid taxes,<br />

so your money grows tax-free. You can withdraw<br />

your original contributions (but not earnings)<br />

for any reason without penalty or taxes.<br />

After contributing for at least five years and once<br />

you have turned the age of 59 1/2, you can<br />

withdraw as much as you want—100% tax free<br />

and penalty free!<br />

WHO CAN CONTRIBUTE TO AN IRA?<br />

Anyone under the age of 70 1/2 who has earned<br />

income* <strong>from</strong> employment may contribute.<br />

The maximum contribution for tax year 2010 is<br />

$5,000 or 100% of employment compensation,<br />

whichever is less. Anyone age 50 or older may<br />

make an additional contribution of $1,000.<br />

WHAT IS THE CONTRIBUTION DEADLINE?<br />

You have until April 15, 2011 <strong>to</strong> make your<br />

2010 contribution. Contributions for 2011 may<br />

be made at any time during the year up until tax<br />

time next year.<br />

HOW DO I LEARN MORE?<br />

Contact an <strong>Affinity</strong> Financial Advisor at<br />

888.734.1300, or visit affinityfcu.org/ira <strong>to</strong> learn<br />

more about the features and benefits of IRAs.<br />

* Deductions for a traditional IRA phase out based on income.<br />

For more information, please contact your accountant.<br />

Securities offered by<br />

<strong>Affinity</strong> Investment Services, <strong>LLC</strong>,<br />

73 Mountain View Boulevard,<br />

Basking Ridge, NJ 07920, member<br />

FINRA/SIPC. Investments offered by <strong>Affinity</strong><br />

Investment Services are not deposits or<br />

obligations of <strong>Affinity</strong> <strong>Federal</strong> <strong>Credit</strong><br />

<strong>Union</strong>. They are NOT NCUA-INSURED and<br />

NOT GUARANTEED by <strong>Affinity</strong> <strong>Federal</strong><br />

<strong>Credit</strong> <strong>Union</strong> or any governmental agency<br />

and are subject <strong>to</strong> INVESTMENT RISK,<br />

including LOSS of PRINCIPAL. Investments<br />

may lose value. <strong>Affinity</strong> Investment<br />

Services, <strong>LLC</strong>, is a wholly owned subsidiary<br />

of <strong>Affinity</strong> <strong>Federal</strong> <strong>Credit</strong> <strong>Union</strong>.<br />

TAX LAW CHANGE EXPANDS ROTH IRA CONVERSION ELIGIBILITY<br />

A new tax law that went in<strong>to</strong> effect in 2010 has removed the income limit for Roth IRA conversion eligibility, allowing anyone <strong>to</strong> switch a Traditional<br />

IRA <strong>to</strong> a Roth IRA. Prior <strong>to</strong> last year, Roth IRA conversions were only possible if your modified adjusted gross income was under $100,000.<br />

There is one important rule <strong>to</strong> know before converting—you need <strong>to</strong> pay federal income taxes on any portion of the conversion that you haven’t yet<br />

paid taxes on. But, if you convert in the 2010 tax year, you can spread the payments over two years <strong>to</strong> lessen the impact.<br />

TAKE ADVANTAGE OF IRAS BEFORE FILING YOUR TAXES<br />

There is still time <strong>to</strong> open a new IRA or contribute <strong>to</strong> an existing account—and you may be able <strong>to</strong> deduct it on your 2010 income tax return!<br />

<strong>Me</strong>et with an <strong>Affinity</strong> Financial Advisor <strong>to</strong> discuss:<br />

Traditional/Roth IRAs—which is best for you?<br />

Rolling over your 401(k) <strong>to</strong> an IRA—are you changing jobs, retiring or leaving a job? If so, it may be a great time <strong>to</strong> consolidate your investments<br />

in<strong>to</strong> a rollover IRA, which can also offer you a much broader range of investment choices.<br />

For advice and information on IRAs, call an <strong>Affinity</strong> Financial Advisor at 888.734.1300 or visit affinityfcu.org/ira.<br />

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you asked – we answered<br />

Online Banking: Managing Your Finances Made Easy<br />

Online banking may have been a novelty in 1995 when it first<br />

came in<strong>to</strong> existence, but <strong>to</strong>day millions of people consider it<br />

a necessity. According <strong>to</strong> Fiserv <strong>Inc</strong>., a provider of financial<br />

services technologies, four out of five U.S. households with<br />

Internet access—nearly 68 million homes—use online banking<br />

and bill payment services.*<br />

Online banking is especially useful for individuals pressed for<br />

time and/or who seek more control over their money.<br />

To find out exactly what online banking has <strong>to</strong> offer, <strong>Affinity</strong><br />

Connections spoke with John Vitug, Electronic Services<br />

Supervisor at <strong>Affinity</strong>.<br />

<strong>Affinity</strong> Connections (AC):<br />

What are some of the<br />

advantages of online banking?<br />

John Vitug (JV): Online<br />

banking gives you the ability<br />

<strong>to</strong> manage finances quickly,<br />

easily and securely. It takes<br />

almost everything you can<br />

physically do at a branch<br />

office or through the mail<br />

and allows you <strong>to</strong> do it<br />

virtually, including making<br />

deposits. It is also environmentally<br />

friendly, as it can<br />

significantly reduce the<br />

amount of paper used for<br />

financial transactions.<br />

AC: How safe is online banking?<br />

JV: Some people unnecessarily<br />

shy away because they think<br />

online banking is not secure.<br />

In my opinion, it is safer than<br />

traditional mail because<br />

online banking requires<br />

many security layers. In fact,<br />

online banking has taken<br />

major strides in this area,<br />

such as requiring stronger<br />

passwords and more security<br />

questions. <strong>Affinity</strong> also uses<br />

the highest level of encryption<br />

<strong>to</strong> ensure secure connections.<br />

AC: Can I pay bills through<br />

<strong>Affinity</strong>’s Online Banking?<br />

JV: <strong>Me</strong>mbers can use Online<br />

Bill Pay <strong>to</strong> pay utility bills,<br />

credit cards, and any other<br />

bills. With Online Bill Pay,<br />

you can also receive your bills<br />

online, which is a “greener”<br />

alternative <strong>to</strong> paper bills,<br />

and are more efficient<br />

because you don’t have <strong>to</strong><br />

wait for a bill <strong>to</strong> arrive in the<br />

mail. Instead, you receive an<br />

email notification letting you<br />

know when a bill is available<br />

for review. You simply login,<br />

view your bill, then make an<br />

online payment. You can also<br />

set up au<strong>to</strong>matic bill pay in<br />

response <strong>to</strong> an Ebill.<br />

AC: How can I make deposits via<br />

online banking?<br />

JV: Using a typical flatbed<br />

scanner, <strong>Affinity</strong>’s Online<br />

Deposit by Scan service<br />

allows members <strong>to</strong> scan and<br />

deposit checks in<strong>to</strong> their<br />

<strong>Affinity</strong> accounts anytime.<br />

It eliminates trips <strong>to</strong> the<br />

branch or ATM. Funds <strong>from</strong><br />

checks deposited by 4:00pm<br />

are available the same business<br />

day. And businesses that use<br />

our Online Deposit Pro<br />

service can save up <strong>to</strong> $600 1<br />

in fees per year compared <strong>to</strong><br />

competing services who<br />

charge for check scanning!<br />

AC: How can online<br />

banking help me manage<br />

my personal finances?<br />

JV: <strong>Affinity</strong> offers<br />

FinanceWorks, a personal<br />

financial management <strong>to</strong>ol<br />

that allows members <strong>to</strong><br />

completely manage their<br />

finances and put their entire<br />

financial picture in<br />

perspective. You can track<br />

spending habits, set goals,<br />

and make projections of<br />

income and expenses. It’ll tell<br />

you if you are overspending,<br />

based on your income and<br />

other expenses, and it even<br />

allows you <strong>to</strong> collect and<br />

print out valuable<br />

tax information.<br />

AC: How about transactions<br />

over a mobile phone?<br />

JV: <strong>Affinity</strong>’s Mobile Banking<br />

website allows members who<br />

have cell phones with mobile<br />

browsers <strong>to</strong> make basic<br />

banking transactions <strong>from</strong><br />

their phone, including<br />

viewing account information,<br />

paying bills and transferring<br />

funds. <strong>Affinity</strong> also offers text<br />

message banking, so members<br />

can receive account balance<br />

alerts on their phones.<br />

AC: What’s the easiest way<br />

<strong>to</strong> sign up for Online Banking<br />

at <strong>Affinity</strong>?<br />

JV: Just go <strong>to</strong> affinityfcu.org/<br />

firstlogin. From there, follow<br />

the steps <strong>to</strong> access your<br />

account. Please note that you<br />

must have an AUDREY<br />

telephone banking PIN before<br />

you can access your account<br />

online. For more information,<br />

contact the <strong>Me</strong>mber Service<br />

Center at 800.325.0808.<br />

Source:<br />

1<br />

Comparison based on eight local and<br />

national banks using the costs displayed<br />

on their websites on January 1, 2010.<br />

Reference:<br />

*2009 Fiserv Survey of 88.2 million house-holds in the U.S. with Internet access.<br />

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usiness member spotlight<br />

In each issue of <strong>Affinity</strong> Connections, we feature<br />

a few of our business/select employee group<br />

members. Please take a few moments <strong>to</strong> view<br />

the information below and see if any of the<br />

products and services can benefit you.<br />

<strong>We</strong>’d like <strong>to</strong> thank the businesses who kindly provided information<br />

for inclusion in this issue.<br />

FRAZER, EVANGELISTA & COMPANY<br />

Who They Are<br />

Frazer, Evangelista & Company is a full-service public<br />

accounting firm committed <strong>to</strong> providing the highest<br />

level of quality and client satisfaction. The firm offers<br />

accounting services, management advisory services,<br />

and financial services. With extensive practical<br />

experience in both accounting and tax compliance,<br />

Frazer, Evangelista & Company offers a two-fold<br />

advantage: it helps firms successfully<br />

operate their business, while<br />

minimizing taxes <strong>to</strong> retain profits.<br />

Reach Out<br />

Frazer, Evangelista & Company, <strong>LLC</strong><br />

197 State Highway 18 S<br />

Turnpike Plaza Suite 310N<br />

East Brunswick, NJ 08816<br />

732.249.8900<br />

www.frazerevangelista.com<br />

NJ WAIT STAFF<br />

Who They Are<br />

NJ Wait Staff provides off-premise professional<br />

wait staff for social and corporate party planning<br />

throughout Middlesex and Monmouth<br />

counties. By hiring NJ Wait Staff, you get <strong>to</strong><br />

enjoy being a guest at your own party. Each<br />

person on staff is experienced in food and<br />

beverage service and will arrive formally attired<br />

in black slacks, white shirt and black tie.<br />

NJ Wait Staff also provides personal shopping<br />

and errand services, as well as cleaning services.<br />

Reach Out<br />

NJ Wait Staff<br />

P.O. Box 847<br />

Keyport, NJ 07735<br />

732.583.9460<br />

www.njwaiterstaff.com<br />

If you are a current business member of<br />

<strong>Affinity</strong> and would like us <strong>to</strong> feature your<br />

company in a future issue, please send<br />

your name, company name, website<br />

address and phone number <strong>to</strong><br />

connections@affinityfcu.com.<br />

If you are selected for a future issue,<br />

you will be notified.<br />

BRUEN CUSTOM BUILDING<br />

Who They Are<br />

Bruen Cus<strong>to</strong>m Building, <strong>LLC</strong>, has been helping cus<strong>to</strong>mers maximize their<br />

remodeling investment since 1996. They provide comprehensive design/build<br />

services and guide their cus<strong>to</strong>mers <strong>from</strong> initial design ideas through the<br />

completion of construction. The company was one of an elite group of designers<br />

who transformed this year’s Mansion in May fundraiser for Morris<strong>to</strong>wn <strong>Me</strong>morial<br />

Hospital. Bruen Cus<strong>to</strong>m Building also won the<br />

Gold Award for Room Remodel in the Qualified<br />

Remodeler magazine 2010 Master Design Awards!<br />

Reach Out<br />

PC Security Net Corp.<br />

Joseph Mascia<br />

347 <strong>We</strong>st 57th St., Suite 41D<br />

New York, NY 10019<br />

877.951.7276<br />

www.pcsecuritynet.com<br />

sales@pcsecuritynet.com<br />

Reach Out<br />

Bruen Cus<strong>to</strong>m Building, <strong>LLC</strong><br />

63 Gas<strong>to</strong>n Road<br />

Morris<strong>to</strong>wn, NJ 07960<br />

973.267.5100<br />

www.bruendesignbuild.com<br />

SYMPHONY COACHING<br />

Who They Are<br />

After 20 years as a corporate citizen, Willa Edger<strong>to</strong>n-<br />

Chisler created Symphony Coaching, <strong>LLC</strong>, a coaching<br />

and consulting company that helps business owners,<br />

non-profit organizations, and individuals embrace<br />

change, career and personal development, and<br />

diversity inclusion. A symphony of sales, cus<strong>to</strong>mer<br />

relationship management, human capital development,<br />

and diversity and inclusion strategies have provided<br />

Willa with a well-rounded perspective and the<br />

business acumen needed <strong>to</strong> understand, empathize<br />

with and support her clients so they can actualize their vision and<br />

“orchestrate their lives’ symphonies.”<br />

Reach Out<br />

Symphony Coaching, <strong>LLC</strong><br />

623 Eagle Rock Ave., #156<br />

<strong>We</strong>st Orange, NJ 07052<br />

973.493.2400<br />

www.symphonycoaching.com<br />

info@symponycoaching.com<br />

PC SECURITY NET<br />

Who They Are<br />

PC Security Net Corp. has recently introduced<br />

an innovative, user-friendly personal security<br />

application called Click2BSure. This app<br />

gives computer users the ability <strong>to</strong> request a<br />

response <strong>to</strong> an emergency with just a mouse click.<br />

Text and email alert messages are immediately sent<br />

<strong>to</strong> multiple emergency contacts, including first<br />

responders, friends and family members.<br />

Special Offer: <strong>Affinity</strong> members can use promo<br />

code “AFCU20” and receive a 20% discount off<br />

their purchase.<br />

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welcome new businesses<br />

Since the last edition of <strong>Affinity</strong> Connections, the following<br />

businesses have joined the <strong>Affinity</strong> <strong>Federal</strong> <strong>Credit</strong> <strong>Union</strong> family.<br />

<strong>We</strong>’d like <strong>to</strong> thank you for choosing <strong>Affinity</strong>.<br />

As a member, your immediate family<br />

can be <strong>Affinity</strong> members, <strong>to</strong>o!<br />

Spread the word <strong>to</strong> your parents, grandparents, spouse,<br />

siblings, children, grandchildren and household members, and<br />

have them contact us at 800.325.0808 <strong>to</strong> join <strong>to</strong>day.<br />

Thank you for<br />

choosing <strong>Affinity</strong><br />

ACCOUNTING<br />

DAC Management Corporation<br />

ARCHITECTURE<br />

Bridgewater Oaks Homeowners Association<br />

Fitzgerald Architecture Studio<br />

ASSOCIATIONS<br />

New Jersey Electrical Contrac<strong>to</strong>rs<br />

Association, <strong>Inc</strong> (NJECA)<br />

Utility Workers <strong>Union</strong> of America, AFL-CIO,<br />

Local 423<br />

ATTORNEYS<br />

Gaul, Baratta & Rosello, <strong>LLC</strong><br />

AUTOMOTIVE<br />

Dazooma Express, <strong>LLC</strong><br />

Somerset Hills Classics, <strong>LLC</strong><br />

Towne Hyundai<br />

CONSTRUCTION<br />

AJ Dellavalle Builders, <strong>Inc</strong>.<br />

All Work Company<br />

CPR Home Improvements, <strong>LLC</strong><br />

M&M Fanelli, <strong>LLC</strong><br />

NES Solar, <strong>LLC</strong><br />

Pollock Brothers Group<br />

<strong>We</strong>llHome<br />

CONSULTING/CPA<br />

Floura, <strong>LLC</strong><br />

Four Nobles Consulting<br />

Hy Appelbaum, CPA<br />

Norman M. Fleischer, CPA, <strong>LLC</strong><br />

SocialGrow, <strong>Inc</strong>.<br />

Total <strong>Me</strong>rchant Resources<br />

EDUCATION<br />

Success Ladder Enterprises, <strong>LLC</strong><br />

Think Fast<br />

ELECTRICIAN/ENGINEERING<br />

Bender Enterprises, <strong>Inc</strong>.<br />

CCS Materials<br />

Veeco Instruments, <strong>Inc</strong>.<br />

FINANCIAL<br />

Samson Management Services, <strong>LLC</strong><br />

HEALTHCARE<br />

Ben-Ezra Chiropractic Family <strong>We</strong>llness Center<br />

Care Alternatives Hospice<br />

Danielle Keeter<br />

Natural integrated <strong>Me</strong>dicine<br />

Practice Synergy, <strong>LLC</strong><br />

HOSPITALITY<br />

Peachcroft, <strong>LLC</strong><br />

HR CONSULTING<br />

Walsh HR Transitions, <strong>LLC</strong><br />

INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY<br />

ASL Technologies, <strong>LLC</strong><br />

Bruns-Pak<br />

Donia and Associates, <strong>LLC</strong><br />

JTW Consulting Services, <strong>LLC</strong><br />

Mark Johnson Programming Services<br />

Solution Managers International<br />

Square One<br />

Titan Technologies, <strong>LLC</strong><br />

LANDSCAPING<br />

High<strong>to</strong>p Landscaping, <strong>LLC</strong><br />

Saga Landscaping & Trucking, <strong>LLC</strong><br />

MARKETING<br />

Captivate<br />

Multivision Communications, <strong>Inc</strong>.<br />

Ogilvy CommonHealth<br />

Paragon Marketing Group, <strong>LLC</strong><br />

Real World Promotionsg<br />

Rectangle<strong>Me</strong>dia<br />

NON-PROFIT<br />

Dress for Success Morris County<br />

Girl Scouts Hear of NJ Troop 65727<br />

Hunterdon Land Trust Alliance<br />

Northern Stars Toastmasters<br />

Shiloh Assembly of God<br />

Watchung Stables Auxiliary, <strong>Inc</strong>.<br />

YM-YWHA of <strong>Union</strong> County<br />

PHARMACEUTICAL<br />

Contained Technologies, <strong>LLC</strong><br />

<strong>Me</strong>dco Health Solutions, <strong>Inc</strong>.<br />

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES<br />

All Out Fire Protection, <strong>LLC</strong><br />

Atlantic Title and Settlement Service, <strong>LLC</strong><br />

AUSA Sanitation, <strong>Inc</strong>.<br />

Dana Lane Pho<strong>to</strong>graphy, <strong>LLC</strong><br />

Eco Star<br />

Keep It Clean Specialist, <strong>LLC</strong><br />

PNM Solutions, <strong>LLC</strong><br />

Premier Concierge Services, <strong>LLC</strong><br />

Savvy Marketing Entertainment<br />

Road Runner Bail Bonds<br />

Ryan Video Productions<br />

Taylored Travel, <strong>Inc</strong>.<br />

REAL ESTATE<br />

Certified Valuations, <strong>Inc</strong>.<br />

Davara Industrial Center<br />

Hopkins Group, <strong>LLC</strong><br />

KTL Properties, <strong>Inc</strong>.<br />

Property Solvers, <strong>LLC</strong><br />

RMP Commercial, <strong>LLC</strong><br />

RESTAURANT<br />

Belford Seafood Co-Op<br />

Classic Foods, <strong>Inc</strong>. DBA Burger King<br />

Haiback Enterprises, <strong>Inc</strong>. DBA Friendly’s<br />

Kracke Enterprises, <strong>Inc</strong>. DBA Friendly’s<br />

O’Brien’s Bistro, <strong>LLC</strong><br />

Santkrupa, <strong>LLC</strong><br />

RETAIL<br />

Briante, <strong>LLC</strong><br />

Cross Cuts Multicutural, <strong>LLC</strong><br />

D&E Window and Door, <strong>LLC</strong><br />

LA Perfection Hair<br />

Solutions Too Hair Studio<br />

TRANSPORTATION<br />

Wilkerson Transportation<br />

If you know of a business or<br />

organization that would like <strong>to</strong> learn<br />

about <strong>Affinity</strong>’s business services and<br />

membership benefits, p lease ask the<br />

office contact <strong>to</strong> call 800.325.0808.<br />

<strong>We</strong>’ll be happy <strong>to</strong> talk about the<br />

<strong>Affinity</strong> <strong>Federal</strong> <strong>Credit</strong> <strong>Union</strong> difference.<br />

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TIPS ON<br />

TIDYINGUP<br />

It may be hard <strong>to</strong> believe as you unbundle <strong>from</strong> your hat, scarf, and winter coat,<br />

Your Finances<br />

but spring is right around the corner. Along with the warmer weather, blooming flowers, and tax day is the ritual of spring cleaning.<br />

One task <strong>to</strong> add <strong>to</strong> your annual routine is <strong>to</strong> organize your finances. It’s more than <strong>to</strong>ssing out old paperwork, though. You should<br />

conduct regular maintenance <strong>to</strong> get the most out of every dollar. Below are tips that can help build wealth all year round.<br />

1 Polish Your <strong>Credit</strong><br />

<strong>Credit</strong> reports are being used for everything <strong>from</strong> setting insurance rates <strong>to</strong> evaluating job<br />

candidates. Get a free copy of your report at Annual<strong>Credit</strong>Report.com. Make sure your<br />

report is accurate including your credit limits. Also beyond your credit report, you should<br />

review your interest rates and rewards programs associated with your credit cards. Compare<br />

them with other cards <strong>to</strong> make sure you are getting the best deal. Also, speak <strong>to</strong> a<br />

credit card coach <strong>to</strong> help keep you on the right track <strong>to</strong>ward improving your credit.<br />

2 Go Paperless<br />

Receive financial statements and bills electronically.<br />

Just be sure <strong>to</strong> back up your computer regularly.<br />

Set up email alerts for your bills <strong>to</strong> make sure you<br />

don’t miss a payment and get hit with a late fee.<br />

<strong>Affinity</strong> offers Online Banking services that can help<br />

get you started at affinityfcu.org/onlinebanking.<br />

Tear-out chart for handy reference<br />

3 Clean Up Your W-4<br />

The average tax return last year was $3,036. 1 If you received a large<br />

refund, it may mean your W-4 form does not list all your withholdings.<br />

Visit www.irs.gov and use the withholding calcula<strong>to</strong>r <strong>to</strong> see if you can get<br />

more out of your paycheck.<br />

5 Invest in DIY Projects<br />

Maintenance is key <strong>to</strong> protecting your most important asset—<br />

your home. Spring is the perfect season <strong>to</strong> clean gutters and<br />

inspect your roof. These simple tasks can help eliminate trapped<br />

moisture that can cause major home damage.<br />

7 Dust Off Your Portfolio<br />

Chances are you will gather investment forms <strong>to</strong> do<br />

your taxes. Take the opportunity <strong>to</strong> review them with<br />

an <strong>Affinity</strong> Financial Advisor and make sure you are<br />

progressing <strong>to</strong>wards your goals.<br />

9 Organize Your Passwords<br />

Tired of keeping track of all your passwords? Clean up your work area with<br />

programs such as 1Password (www.agilewebsolutions.com) or Passwords Plus<br />

(www.dataviz.com). Both let you s<strong>to</strong>re passwords and other important data<br />

directly in a secure file.<br />

4 “Green” Landscaping<br />

4 When “Green” you do traditional Landscaping<br />

spring cleaning outside, think “green,” as in<br />

When saving you dollars. traditional Fresh landscaping spring cleaning is not outside, just aesthetically think “green,” pleasing, it<br />

saving can dollars. help cool Fresh your landscaping house. Carefully is not planted just aesthetically trees can pleasing, prune up it<strong>to</strong><br />

can 25% help off cool your your energy house. bill Carefully during the planted summer. trees 2<br />

can prune up <strong>to</strong><br />

25% off your energy bill during the summer. 2<br />

6 Off-season Projects<br />

If your roof does need fixing, the early spring is when the work should be<br />

done. Roofing companies charge a premium in the summer and many will<br />

offer a better deal in the early spring. Patios and walkways are other projects<br />

that usually cost less in the early spring compared <strong>to</strong> the summer.<br />

8 Consolidate Investments<br />

Renée Vanek, President of <strong>Affinity</strong> Investment Services, has another tip when reviewing your<br />

portfolio. “Our Financial Advisors can help organize and consolidate your investments <strong>to</strong> fit<br />

your current situation. For example,<br />

7 Consolidate<br />

we can help roll old<br />

Investments<br />

401(k) accounts in<strong>to</strong> an IRA,<br />

which offers more investment choices.”<br />

Reneé Vanek, President of <strong>Affinity</strong> Investment<br />

Services, has another tip<br />

10 when Virtual reviewing Garage your portfolio. Sale“Look at<br />

Once investments you’ve finished like your they’re traditional closets. spring cleaning, sell what<br />

you no Ask longer yourself, want ‘What on auction am I sites not such really as using Craigslist and Ebay.<br />

Can’t sell it? Donate it! It’s never <strong>to</strong>o early <strong>to</strong> think about<br />

deductions for your 2011 tax return.<br />

Let an <strong>Affinity</strong> Financial Advisor help with<br />

YOUR FINANCIAL SPRING CLEANING.<br />

Call 888.734.1300, visit affinityfcu.org or s<strong>to</strong>p by one of our branches.<br />

References:<br />

1<br />

http://www.usa<strong>to</strong>day.com/money/perfi/taxes/2010-03-22-<br />

taxrefunds22_ST_N.htm<br />

2<br />

Energy Savers Booklet: Tips on Saving Energy & Money at<br />

Home, U.S. Department of Energy, May 2009<br />

Other Source:<br />

http://www.buzzle.com/articles/save-money-doing-homeimprovements-out-of-season.html<br />

Securities offered by <strong>Affinity</strong> Investment Services, <strong>LLC</strong>, 73 Mountain View Boulevard, Basking Ridge, NJ 07920, member FINRA/SIPC. Investments offered by <strong>Affinity</strong> Investment Services are<br />

not deposits or obligations of <strong>Affinity</strong> <strong>Federal</strong> <strong>Credit</strong> <strong>Union</strong>. They are NOT NCUA-INSURED and NOT GUARANTEED by <strong>Affinity</strong> <strong>Federal</strong> <strong>Credit</strong> <strong>Union</strong> or any governmental agency and are<br />

subject <strong>to</strong> INVESTMENT RISK, including LOSS of PRINCIPAL. Investments may lose value. <strong>Affinity</strong> Investment Services, <strong>LLC</strong>, is a wholly owned subsidiary of <strong>Affinity</strong> <strong>Federal</strong> <strong>Credit</strong> <strong>Union</strong>.<br />

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responsibly harvested forests that adhere <strong>to</strong> strict<br />

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Please join <strong>Affinity</strong> in our commitment <strong>to</strong> improving<br />

the environment by recycling this magazine.<br />

Printed on recycled paper –<br />

50% recycled and 25% post-consumer waste.<br />

Your savings federally insured <strong>to</strong> at least $250,000<br />

and backed by the full faith and credit of the United States Government<br />

National <strong>Credit</strong> <strong>Union</strong> Administration, a U.S. Government Agency<br />

FOR YOUR<br />

CONVENIENCE<br />

Here is a listing of <strong>Affinity</strong> Public Access Branches and their hours:<br />

Basking Ridge Branch<br />

Mountain View<br />

Corporate Center<br />

73 Mountain View Blvd.<br />

Basking Ridge, NJ 07920<br />

800.325.0808, ext. 7208<br />

Lobby & Drive-Up<br />

Mon–<strong>We</strong>d, Fri, 8:30– 6:00<br />

Thu, 8:30–7:00<br />

Sat, 9:00–1:00<br />

Bedminster Branch<br />

1520 Route 206 North<br />

Bedminster, NJ 07921<br />

800.325.0808, ext. 7237<br />

Lobby & Drive-Up<br />

Mon–<strong>We</strong>d, Fri, 8:30– 6:00<br />

Thu, 8:30–7:00<br />

Sat, 9:00–1:00<br />

Cedar Knolls Branch<br />

Morris County Mall<br />

235 Ridgedale Ave.<br />

Cedar Knolls, NJ 07927<br />

800.325.0808, ext. 7232<br />

Mon–Fri, 8:30–6:00<br />

Thu, 8:30–7:00<br />

Sat, 9:00–1:00<br />

Denville Branch<br />

Saint Clare’s Hospital<br />

25 Pocono Road<br />

Denville, NJ 07834<br />

973.625.6699<br />

Mon–<strong>We</strong>d, Fri, 8:30– 4:00<br />

Thu, 8:30–6:00<br />

Sat, 9:00–1:00<br />

Dover Branch<br />

Saint Clare’s Hospital<br />

400 W. Blackwell Street<br />

Dover, NJ 07801<br />

973.537.3850<br />

Mon–<strong>We</strong>d, Fri, 8:30– 4:00<br />

Thu, 8:30– 4:30<br />

Fleming<strong>to</strong>n Branch<br />

275 Route 202 South/<br />

31 South<br />

Fleming<strong>to</strong>n, NJ 08822<br />

800.325.0808, ext. 3550<br />

Mon–<strong>We</strong>d, Fri, 8:30– 6:00<br />

Thu, 8:30–7:00<br />

Sat, 9:00–1:00<br />

Hillsborough Branch<br />

Hillsborough Promenade<br />

315 Route 206 North<br />

Hillsborough, NJ 08844<br />

800.325.0808, ext. 7390<br />

Mon–<strong>We</strong>d, Fri, 8:30– 6:00<br />

Thu, 8:30–7:00<br />

Sat, 9:00–1:00<br />

Middle<strong>to</strong>wn Branch<br />

Country Square<br />

Shopping Center<br />

1860 Route 35 South<br />

Middle<strong>to</strong>wn, NJ 07748<br />

800.325.0808, ext. 3561<br />

Mon–Fri, 8:30–6:00<br />

Thu, 8:30–7:00<br />

Sat, 9:00–1:00<br />

Morris<strong>to</strong>wn Branch<br />

Country Mile Village<br />

1098 Mt. Kemble Ave.<br />

Morris<strong>to</strong>wn, NJ 07960<br />

800.325.0808, ext. 3770<br />

Lobby & Drive-Up<br />

Mon–<strong>We</strong>d, Fri, 8:30– 6:00<br />

Thu, 8:30 –7:00<br />

Sat, 9:00–1:00<br />

New Providence Branch<br />

A&P Shopping Center<br />

598 Central Ave.<br />

New Providence, NJ 07974<br />

800.325.0808, ext. 3982<br />

Mon–Fri, 8:30–6:00<br />

Thu, 8:30–7:00<br />

Sat, 9:00–1:00<br />

Paramus Branch<br />

AT&T Wireless<br />

15 East Midland Ave.<br />

Paramus, NJ 07652<br />

800.325.0808, ext. 7264<br />

Mon–<strong>We</strong>d, Fri, 8:30–4:00<br />

Thu, 8:30–5:30<br />

Piscataway Branch<br />

Next <strong>to</strong> IHOP<br />

1342 Centennial Ave.<br />

Piscataway, NJ 08854<br />

800.325.0808, ext. 7259<br />

or ext. 7258<br />

Lobby<br />

Mon–<strong>We</strong>d, Fri, 8:30– 6:00<br />

Thu, 8:30–7:00<br />

Sat, 9:00–1:00<br />

Drive-Up<br />

Mon–<strong>We</strong>d, Fri, 8:00–6:00<br />

Thu, 8:00–7:00<br />

Sat, 9:00–1:00<br />

You can also access your accounts via 50,000+ surcharge-free<br />

ATMs, at 4,100+ shared branches, or through Online Banking.<br />

For information, visit affinityfcu.org/loca<strong>to</strong>r.<br />

CONTACT US BY CALLING OUR MEMBER SERVICE CENTER OR ONLINE:<br />

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