Save Money with These 12 Holiday Shopping Tips
Learn smart strategies to save money while holiday shopping, from budgeting and timing purchases to using discounts and rewards.
Shauna Scarnato
Financial Writer
Shauna Scarnato is the Senior Content Strategist at Members 1st Federal Credit Union, where she oversees content creation for the blog, newsletter and social media. Prior to joining Members 1st, she worked as a Multimedia Digital Producer at AARP and as a Content Producer at PenFed Credit Union—the third-largest credit union in the country. Shauna began her career as a television news producer and holds a bachelor's degree in communication from La Salle University. Outside the office, she enjoys spending time with loved ones, traveling and staying active—whether it's running, going to the gym or playing ball hockey.
Shauna Scarnato's Posts
Grow Your Business
Nov 13, 2025
Real Businesses, Real Relationships, Real Results
Local business owners share how partnering with Members 1st has helped them grow, streamline operations and make a lasting impact in their communities.
Protect Confidently
Nov 12, 2025
Dear Fraudster: An Open Letter to the Person Who Tried to Ruin My Holidays
Think you can fool me, fraudster? Think again. This open letter exposes your tricks—and shows how Members 1st helps me stay one step ahead.
Benefits of Youth Savings Accounts
Give your child a head start on financial success. Discover how youth savings accounts make learning to save fun, rewarding and empowering.
Ways to Save an Extra $100 (or More) Every Month
Small changes can make a big impact. Discover simple, everyday ways to save an extra $100 (or more) each month without giving up what you love.
Protect Confidently
Oct 1, 2025
Work-from-Home Scams: What You Need to Know
Learn how to identify and avoid work-from-home scams, protect your personal information and find legitimate remote job opportunities safely.
Account Management
Sep 29, 2025
What It Means to Be Member-Owned
When you join a credit union, you aren't just becoming a member—you're an owner! We explain what that actually means.
Account Management
Sep 15, 2025
Refer Friends and Earn up to $500 in Gift Cards per Year
Earn up to $500 a year in Amazon eGift Cards by referring friends and family to join Members 1st through the Digital Referral program.
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