Bay City Financial Coaches



Your money and your goals. All within reach. 

We now have certified financial coaches at all Financial Plus locations with the tools, knowledge, and resources to guide you through the path you're on. The best part? It's completely free to you.

What's in it for you:

  • Learn how to build your credit score
  • Plan for your child's college education
  • Review retirement savings
  • Review and set your budget
  • Review debt and collections
  • And more

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Cristee Mark, CCUFC

Cristee has been in the credit union industry for over two years. She has a strong passion for helping others in need and is always ready to assist with a smile. Whether it's assisting with budgeting, discussing loan options, or simply offering financial advice, Cristee takes pride in making a difference in others' lives by helping them achieve their financial goals.

“You don’t have to see the whole staircase, just take the first step.”   -  Martin Luther King Jr.

Office: (989) 759-5747
Email: cmark@myfpcu.com
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Cody Strope, CCUFC

Working in the credit union industry for over five years, Cody is dedicated to helping members achieve their financial goals and dreams.  She works closely with them to assess their current financial situations, create tailored plans, and provide ongoing support to help them make informed decisions.  Whether it is managing debt, saving for the future, or building credit, her goal is to empower others with the tools they need to achieve financial stability and success.  By offering practical advice and fostering a supportive, non-judgmental environment, Cody strives to make financial wellness accessible to everyone.

“In the middle of every difficulty lies opportunity”  -   Albert Einstein

Office: (989) 799-9816
Email: cstrope@myfpcu.com
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Sarah Phillips, CCUFC

Sarah has been in the credit union industry for over five years. She enjoys helping others in all aspects of her life and is involved with different volunteer events throughout the community. Her passions are helping others find the best solution to their specific situation, empowering members to become financially stable, and teaching the community about different options that Financial Plus has to offer while sharing important information that they may be unaware of. Whether it is helping members learn to use online banking, identify signs of elder abuse or fraud, building credit, or saving for a brighter future, Sarah is here to help! Her best attributes while helping members are her patience, friendliness, understanding, knowledge, and a smile.

“The best investment you can make is in yourself.”

“Look for the helpers. You will always find people who are helping.”   -  Mr. Fred Rogers

Office: (989) 753-6340