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EPISODE · May 5, 2026 · 4 MIN

Federal Reserve’s Interest Rates and You, Featuring Frank Clement

from The Frug Life · host Ricky Hirschi

Ever hear headlines about the Federal Reserve and tune them out? Those abstract percentages dictate the flow of your daily financial life. In this featured segment, Frank Clement, VP of Strategic Partnerships at America's Christian Credit Union, takes over the mic to break down what the Fed actually does—and why it matters for your wallet.Frank demystifies how the federal funds rate creates a ripple effect across the entire economy, shifting everything from your savings account yield to the cost of canned tuna.What you'll learn in this 10-minute segment:For Borrowers: How a shifting rate cycle can quietly add $700+ to a standard monthly mortgage payment.For Savers: Why high interest rates are the ultimate opportunity to lock in solid CD yields and build a cash cushion.For Ministries: How changing rate environments impact stewardship and the viability of church building projects.Connect with our guest: Take control of your financial stewardship at americaschristiancu.com.Want more Frugal Content? Follow me on:Twitter: https://twitter.com/thefruglifeFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheFrugLife/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_frug_life_podcastOr sign up for our Newsletter: http://www.thefruglife.com/p/join.html Get a free stock when you sign up for WeBull and deposit $100. Use my link below:https://act.webull.com/i/TwIJ8klybvIo

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