Welcome to Stanford Federal Credit Union’s podcast center. The podcasts are informative audio presentations on a wide range of important financial topics. Gain insightful perspectives from industry experts in their respective fields. All podcasts are FREE and can be listened to online or downloaded to your computer or MP3 player.

	SFCU Podcast #9: Raising Money Smart Kids Jose Rivas Friday, April 4, 2008 | 11:49 AM

or Download   Podcast Overview: - What parents need to know when talking to their kids about money - When to talk to children about money - Teaching children to understand the value of savings vs. spending - How allowances influence money management - Educating children to become better consumers    On this episode of the Stanford Federal Credit Union Podcast we'll be speaking with Jose Rivas, Partner Relations Manager for Balance Financial Fitness Program. Read Jose's bio.

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	SFCU Podcast #8: Plastic Surgery: Getting Out of Debt Jose Rivas Thursday, April 3, 2008 | 11:48 AM

or Download    Podcast Overview:   - Cutting away the plastic credit card debits you struggle with - Warning signs of accumulating debit - Managing debits - Establishing financial goals - How to avoid getting into further debit   On this episode of the Stanford Federal Credit Union Podcast we'll be speaking with Jose Rivas, Partner Relations Manager for Balance Financial Fitness Program. Read Jose's bio.

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	SFCU Podcast #7: Redefining Retirement - One Step at a Time Tom Bromm Friday, February 8, 2008 | 2:16 PM

or Download   Podcast Overview:   - What is the "retirement revolution"? - Do you have enough saved for retirement? - How do people run out money during retirement? - Determining your retirement financial goals - Creating a planning process for retirement living expenses    On this episode of the Stanford Federal Credit Union Podcast we'll be speaking with Tom Bromm, Financial Planner with Sagemark Consulting/Lincoln Financial Advisors. Read Tom's bio.

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	SFCU Podcast #6: Drive Away Happy Jose Rivas Tuesday, December 18, 2007 | 3:50 PM

or Download   Podcast Overview:   - Car buying decision making process - Choosing a car. What do you really need? - How much can you afford - Cost of owning a car - How to get the best deal   On this episode of the Stanford Federal Credit Union podcast, we'll be speaking with Jose Rivas. Partner of relations manager for Balance Financial Fitness Program. Read Jose's bio.

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	SFCU Podcast #5: College Financing 101 Jose Rivas Tuesday, December 18, 2007 | 3:44 PM

or Download   Product Overview:   - Discussion of all contributing factors in financing a college education - Determing college costs - Weighing costs of public vs. private schools - Savings methods with tax benefits - Financial aid basics   On this episode of the Stanford Federal Credit Union podcast, we'll be speaking with Jose Rivas. Partner of relations manager for Balance Financial Fitness Program. Read Jose's bio.   Click here for more information

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	SFCU Podcast #4: Control Your Credit Score John Ulzheimer Wednesday, November 28, 2007 | 5:01 PM

or Download   Podcast Overview:   - What is a credit score? - How is it determined? - Who uses credit scores? - What is a good or bad score? - Can I improve my scores if they're not good?   On this episode of the Stanford Federal Credit Union Podcast we'll be speaking with nationally recognized credit reporting and credit scoring expert, John Ulzheimer. Read John's bio. Click here for more information.

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	SFCU Podcast #3: – Understanding Credit Reports John Ulzheimer Wednesday, November 28, 2007 | 4:54 PM

or Download   Podcast Overview:   - What is a credit report? - Where do your credit reports come from? - How do the credit reporting agencies get your information? - What do they do with the information? - How can I see what's in my credit reports?   On this episode of the Stanford Federal Credit Union Podcast we'll be speaking with nationally recognized credit reporting and credit scoring expert, John Ulzheimer. Read John's bio. Click here for more information.

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	SFCU Podcast #2: Estate Planning - Protect your family and assets George Papagiannis Wednesday, November 28, 2007 | 4:51 PM

or Download   Podcast Overview:   - General overview of estate planning - Explanation of probate taxes - Using estate planning to avoid probate - Ways to reduce estate taxes - Planning to assure your estate is disturbuted according to your desires   On this episode of the Stanford Federal Credit Union Podcast we'll be speaking with Bay Area Attorney, George Papagiannis. Read George's bio. Click here for more information.

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	SFCU Podcast #1: San Francisco Bay Area Real Estate Trends Michael Mendenhall Wednesday, November 28, 2007 | 4:49 PM

or Download   Podcast Overview:   - How the current market affects buyers and home values - How can the median sales prices increase over the years when the number of sales have gone down? - Are foreclosures necessarily good deals for home buyers? - When making an offer is it important to have all financing in order? - Advice for people considering to buy a home at this time On this episode of the Stanford Federal Credit Union Podcast we'll be speaking with Bay Area Real Estate professional, Michael Mendenhall. Read Michael's bio.   Click here for more information.

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Note: The opinions and advice expressed in the podcasts are strictly those of the presenters and not necessarily those of Stanford Federal Credit Union. The podcasts are provided for informational purposes only. Stanford FCU assumes no liability for the information provided.