Credit, College, & Cutting the Chaos: 2026 Money Goals from a Career Banker (#73)

What financial goals do you have for 2026? Join Karen Freeman, Chief Operations Officer at Leaders Credit Union, as she shares advice on how you can make wiser money decisions this year. Tune into our newest episode of Pocket Change to learn how you can become more observant of your spending, what common financial challenges people are facing, and practical ways to establish credit.

01:19 – Can you tell us about yourself and what you do here at Leaders?

02:44 – What has your journey in banking looked like?

04:06 – Do you have any smart money advice for 2026?

05:26 – What are your personal financial goals for 2026?

06:40 – What financial challenges are our members facing this year and how would you encourage them?

07:43 – What are some practical tips for someone wanting to build or establish credit in 2026?

09:10 – What financial advice would you give college students and young adults?

11:11 – What makes a credit union different from a bank?

12:19 – What are you most excited about for Leaders in 2026?

13:09 – What is the best financial advice you've ever been given?

13:54 – If you found some extra change in your pocket, what would you spend it on?

If you need help achieving your financial goals, get help from one of our Financial Champions by calling 731-664-1784 or visit one of our branches.

The Pocket Change Podcast is presented by Leaders Credit Union. To learn more about Leaders, visit leaderscu.com.