The Better Banking Podcast

The Better Banking Podcast

Gain Federal Credit Union is proud to present The Better Banking Podcast which will bring tips and tricks from our financial experts (with a side of tomfoolery) to wherever you get your podcasts.

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October 28, 2025 • 9 mins
Did you know that, if you own your home, a Home Equity Line of Credit or Loan could help you access funds for home improvements, education, debt consolidation, or other majo...

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Do you like saving money? Or do you REALLY like saving money? The pro's pro when it comes to spending less is Debbie Davis of Benefits Plus®. She'll break down every which way that her program can put money back in your pocket. And that's not all, they'll even act as a concierge when you're traveling. And even THAT's not all. You'll have to listen to hear all the ways that Benefits Plus is making life BETTER for the Members of Gain...

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What makes your business stand out? What's your business strategy? Whether you're selling t-shirts or walking dogs, but especially if you're a credit union, you need to hear from Neil Goldman of Goldman Consulting & Strategy (GCS, Inc.). Neil has been advising credit union leaders for over twenty years and literally wrote the book (check out "The Escalator Effect") on it! 

Goldman Consulting & Strategy (GCS, Inc.) is an organizatio...

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Want to start investing but don't know where to start? Or have you been in the game for a while and need a second opinion? And ultimately, do you want to retire someday?!?! If you answered yes to any of these questions, it's time for you to meet our Investment Services partner, Shelby Rothman CFP®, CPFA, AIF, and the founder of EnJoy Financial. 

At EnJoy Financial, they believe you deserve to live the retirement of your dreams. Tha...

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Better Banking requires the bestest staff! And that's the responsibility of Jasmine Jimenez and Gain FCU's Human Resources Department.

Jasmine joins our hosts to discuss the HR department, working at Gain, and how YOU could become our next associate. As a corporate trainer, it's Jasmine's job to get new employees acquainted with the credit union's culture and quality sta...

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Behind every great frontline staff is a great back office staff to keep the day-to-day operations running smoothly. From processing wire transfers to maintaining a network of ATMs to making sure your new card arrives when your old one expires, our Support Services team has got you covered.

And behind our scenes is our back office detective, Stephen Flores. Stephen has worked in Support Services AND the Call Center AND the branch an...

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March 19, 2024 • 14 mins

At a credit union, every single penny must be accounted for and the person in charge of accounting at Gain Federal Credit Union is Alan Pan, "The Money Man." He is the Accounting Supervisor and he and his team are responsible for balancing the books, tracking all the funds that come and go through the credit union and even forecasting the future.

Alan breaks down the exacting efforts, measured methods, and precision processes it ta...

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Have you ever wished your credit score was a few points higher? Ok, maybe a whole heap of points higher? Whether you're looking to make your next big financing move or just want to keep tabs on your credit and identity, it never hurts to improve your score. 

Good thing our former VP of Lending, Greg Marcella, is here with two handy tools to monitor and even possibly raise your score. He'll tell us about Savvy Money and Experian Boo...

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GreenPath Financial Wellness has a mission to empower people to lead financially healthy lives. They provide the tools that you need to accomplish financial goals, to navigate life's ups and downs, and to pursue your dreams. That includes financial counseling, budgeting advice, housing services and debt management. 

To learn more, we chatted with financial wellness superstar, Amber Miller! We discussed Greenpath's cause, student lo...

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The National Academy Foundation (aka. NAF) brings educational programs to high schools to teach subjects that are not a part of most standard curricula. In Burbank Unified School District (aka. BUSD), students can take courses in Medicine, Engineering, and our favorite, Business! These specialized tracks focus on preparing students for the real world with experiences like job interviews, field trips, and hands-on work experience an...

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Financial wellness is a hot topic these days, and no one knows that better than Greenpath Financial Wellness. We visit with our Corporate Trainer, Jasmine Jimenez to talk about how Greenpath and Gain have come together to support the financial wellness of our Members. From financial counseling to debt management to housing services and more, Greenpath has financial education for everyone!

As a Corporate Trainer, Jasmine also happen...

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Have questions about using the equity in your home (or future home) to cover other expenses like home improvement, home repairs, paying off high-interest debt, or even a vacation? Ask Kim, David Kim, that is, the Real Estate Lending Manager at Gain Federal Credit Union. 

If you've built up equity in your home, a Home Equity Loan or a Home Equity Line of Credit (popularly known as a HELOC) is your home's way of paying you back. And ...

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Looking for a car AND an "edge" at the dealership? Turn to your credit union and Consumer Lending Manager Robert Lopez. He'll let you know how to prepare and what to look out for when it comes to shopping, financing, and driving home with a sweet new ride and peace of mind. 

He's got advice for everyone from the first-time auto shopper to the seasoned vet. Robert brings over two decades of experience to the game, and his bread and ...

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Want to know the ins and outs of Real Estate? There's no better man for the job than Gain's Real Estate Lending Manager David Kim! David has spent his career tapping into the pulse of the housing market and has tips from the inside for homebuyers.

Whether you're looking to refinance, upsize, downsize, or just get your feet wet with your very first home buying experience, David is here to share his knowledge and experience with you....

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Maria Barajas has had a complete tour of the credit union world, from student to intern to ambassador. Next up? Graduating high school! Come learn about Gain's youth programs from one of our star students and youngest contributors!

Maria is an Independent Advantage graduate, spent time shadowing all of the credit union's departments as an intern, and currently works as an Independent Advantage ambassador to promote the Better Banki...

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Better Banking just hit the North Valley and leading the charge is our Director of Branches, Stephanie Gonzalez. 

Managing a banking branch is one thing, building a new one from scratch is something else altogether. From location to build-out to interior design to Opening Day, hear every step in the process and learn what it takes to bring Better Banking to a brand-new community. And if you happen to be near Mission Plaza while you...

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April 4, 2023 • 15 mins

You can trust Gain with handling your money and securing your sensitive data, and the main man in charge is our Director of IT and "Data Cop", J. Modic.

Member or not, you're coming with us on a conversation about how the credit union keeps its Members safe, common hacker tactics to be aware of, and why Eric's dog's name is not a good password. We also discuss the credit union's disaster preparedness and security measures so you kn...

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Learn about Independent Advantage, The Better Banking Class for Teens with Laurie Krattiger and Jasmine Dixon, the Community Education Program Coordinators at Gain Federal Credit Union. 

To Know More visit TheBetterBankingPodcast.com

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The views and opinions expressed by hosts and guests of The Better Banking Podcast are not those of Gain ...

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November 29, 2022 • 7 mins

We welcome Director of Business Development, Brock Collins of Gain Federal Credit Union to discuss how the Credit Union lends a helping hand to the surrounding community. 

To Know More visit TheBetterBankingPodcast.com

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  • Facebook: GainCreditUnion
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  • Instagram: @GainFCU

The views and opinions expressed by hosts and guests of The Better Banking Podcast are not those of Gain Federal Credit ...

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November 15, 2022 • 9 mins

We welcome Greg Marcella, the Vice President of Lending at Gain Federal Credit Union to break down the elements that go into calculating your credit score and how you can raise it!

To Know More visit TheBetterBankingPodcast.com

Follow us on social:

  • Facebook: GainCreditUnion
  • Twitter: @GainFCU
  • Instagram: @GainFCU

The views and opinions expressed by hosts and guests of The Better Banking Podcast are not those of Gain Federa...

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