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Affinity Connections

Affinity Connections Magazine is printed and mailed to all members quarterly.

Summer 2010
2 Late Breaking News Affinity Connections
3 Member Community Spotlight
Letters to the editor, member news
6 Don't Forget to Pack the Savings
Secrets to a more affordable vacation
8 Go With the Flow
Five BIG tips to help your business cash flow
9 Member Spotlight
Recording artist finds sweet sound of success at Affinity
10 Branch Spotlights
Bedminster & Morristown: Going "Above and Beyond" - All in a day's work
11 0% Financing
A deal for some - A fairy tale for others
15 Record Retention Guidelines
A tear-out guide for document storing
Plus additional articles, business member spotlight, and much more!

Previous Issues
Affinity Connections

Spring 2010

  • Member Community Spotlight: Chairman's message, letters to the editor, member news
  • The 2010 Home Buying Marketplace: Opening doors for smart buyers
  • Branch Spotlight - Hillsborough: Elevating the art of member service...every day
  • Five Smart Moves for Home Improvement: How to get the best return on your money
  • Member Spotlight: A Taste of Crete; The ingredients of a true success story
  • Top 10 Financial Tips: A tear-out page with tips to keep you financially sound
Affinity Connections

Winter 2010

  • Build Wealth with Our Experts' Secrets: Listen in on this important roundtable discussion
  • Getting Serious about Saving for Retirement: It's not too late to create your action plan
  • How to Sharpen Your Job-Hunting Skills: Take this quiz and give your resumé an edge
  • Ten Ways Uncle Sam Can Help You Save: New tax breaks for 2010 can make a real difference
  • Hybrid Cars: Separating Fact from Fiction: Soften your environmental impact and save money, too
Affinity Connections

Fall 2009

  • Fees, Fines, Foes and Your Funds: How to cut giant fees down to size
  • How to Spot a Scam: What to look out for, so you don’t get taken
  • Some Bright Ideas to Help You Manage Debt: Separating the good from the not so good
  • "Greening" Tips for Your Business: Create an eco-policy and reap the benefits
  • An Rx for Rising Healthcare Costs: Serious talk about healthcare reform and your coverage
Affinity Connections

Summer 2009

  • The Road to Vacation Can Lead to Savings: How to save money mile after mile
  • You've Been Accepted: Now that you've made it to college, how do you pay for it?
  • Hatching a Plan to Protect Your Nest Egg: To be ready for tomorrow, keep saving today
  • Cashing In on the Benefits of Online Bill Pay: Say goodbye to your checkbook
  • Affinity Invests in the Flemington Community: Giving back to our neighbors
Affinity Connections

Spring 2009

  • Be A Master Motivator: The right incentives can keep employees happy
  • It's in the Cards: Staying on top of your credit cards and your credit rating
  • 8est Your Financial IQ: Find out how smart you really are about money
  • Good News About Buying Your First Home: Stress-free tips from the pros
  • A Cure for Cabin Fever: Come outside and play for $10 or less
Affinity Connections

Winter 2009

  • Your Investment Portfolio: The Basic Tenets of Sound Investing
  • Cut the String on Yo-Yo Budgeting: Getting Off the Debt Cycle
  • Learning to Love Red Ink: Finding the Right Loan
  • Taking Care of Business: Setting SMART Goals
  • Rainy Day Reserves: Planning for the Unexpected
  • Covering Your Bases: Long Term Care and Life Insurance
Affinity Connections

Fall 2008

  • Surviving a Challenging Economy: A Prudent Approach to Your Balance Sheet
  • Increase Your Personal Bottom Line: Changing Your Behavior to Save Money
  • Come On Down! Great Opportunities for Car Buyers
  • Debt Management: What You Need to Know
  • Holiday Shopping: Why Wait Until December?
  • Is Your Insurance Expendable? Ways to Save and Stay Covered
  • Your Financial Records: How Long Should You Keep Them?
Affinity Connections

Summer 2008

  • Declare Your Independence: How to Make Your Money Work, While You Rest
  • Make Your House Stand Out: What To Do in a Soft Market
  • Top Ten List: Advice for Successful Entrepreneurs
  • A Fabulous Summer Vacation: Get Away Without Breaking the Bank
  • Online Scams: How to Protect Yourself
  • Your Teen's First Payday: Good Financial Habits Start Early
  • Know the Score: Understanding Your Credit Score
Affinity Connections

Spring 2008

  • What Can Affinity Do for You? Membership is a Powerful Thing
  • Wipe Away Clutter: Spring Cleaning Your Finances
  • Suddenly Single: Managing Finances During Life's Transitions
  • Employee Benefits: Evaluating Your Compensation Package
  • Expectant Parents: A No-Nonsense Guide
  • Your Teen's First Car: Making the Right Choices
Affinity Connections

Winter 2008

  • Time to Refinance? Fixed Rate vs. Adjustable Rate Mortgages
  • Auto Insurance Strategies: Shop Around for the Best Rate
  • Financial Stress: How to Reduce Debt Stress
  • Understanding IRAs: What Plan is Right for You?
  • Streamline Your Tax-Filing Routine: Timesaving Tips
  • Small Business Tax Strategies
Affinity Connections

Fall 2007

  • Investing 101: Be Prepared with Basic Principles
  • Going Green: Doing Your Part
  • Business Insurance: Choosing a Plan Wisely
  • Enjoying Retirement: Create a Dependable Income
  • Tax Tune-Up: Get Ready Now
  • Fraud Alert: Beware of Lottery Scams
Affinity Connections

Summer 2007

  • Managing Finances After College
  • Defend Yourself Against Identity Theft
  • Advice For Newlyweds
  • Tips for Starting a Small Business
  • Health Savings Account Q&A
Affinity Connections

Spring 2007

  • How to Get the Best Price and Financing on a New Car
  • What Women Need to Know About Retirement Planning
  • The Frugal Saver's Guide
  • Tips for Making Your Retirement Wealth Last
Affinity Connections

Winter 2006

  • Taxes: A Little Planning Goes a Long Way
  • New Ideas for Smarter Spending
  • Pensions: What You Need to Know About Retirement
  • Long-Term Care: Separating Myth from Fact
  • How Much House Can You Afford?

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