The Complete Guide to Using BALANCE - Free Financial Help for USF CU Members

11/19/2025
USF CU / Balance

We’re wrapping up our yearlong Game to Get Fit? financial wellness series with one of the most powerful - and completely free - resources available to every USF CU member: BALANCE, your personal money coach.

Think of BALANCE as a financial trainer in your corner, ready to guide, motivate, and equip you with the tools you need to take control of your money. Here’s what it’s all about:

Your Most Powerful Member Benefits

  1. One-on-One Financial Coaching
    Get personalized, judgment-free guidance from an accredited financial counselor who listens, understands, and helps you build a plan that truly fits your life. Whether you’re budgeting, saving, or feeling stressed about money, you’ll have a trusted expert by your side.
  2. Debt Management Programs
    If debt feels overwhelming, BALANCE can help you breathe again. A counselor works with you to create a realistic repayment plan, simplify high-interest payments, and build a schedule that feels manageable and doable.

Additional Member Benefits
Your free BALANCE membership gives you helpful tools to strengthen your financial fitness, including:

All designed to give you clarity, confidence, and support as you make informed financial decisions.

5 Quick Steps to Get Started
Ready to put these benefits into action? Here’s how to get started:

  1. Log in or create your BALANCE account through USF CU.
  2. Pick one goal to focus on this month. (Small steps = big wins!)
  3. Register for a free webinar that interests you.
  4. Check your progress after 90 days.
  5. Adjust, repeat, and keep going — you’re building financial strength for life.

Be BALANCED
Your journey to financial confidence starts right now. Whether you’re tackling debt, saving up, or simply wanting a clearer plan, BALANCE is ready to help you grow, learn, and thrive.

Take the next step in your financial fitness journey — sign up for BALANCE today!

Get started here!

USF CU – Better Banking for All!



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