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Free New Homebuyer Counseling with GreenPath Financial Wellness
New home on the horizon? Now you can get in the best possible position to achieve your financial goals. The Power of a Plan From reviewing your credit history to understanding financing options, getting your financial house in order for a home purchase can feel overwhelming. Our partnership with GreenPath Financial Wellness sets you up...
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Should You Use a Home Equity Loan for Debt Consolidation?
Many people use home equity loans to consolidate debt and achieve other goals. If you’re thinking about using a home equity loan to consolidate debt, there are some important things to consider. The following overview can help you decide whether this strategy makes sense for your financial situation. Benefits of Using a Home Equity Loan...
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HELOC vs. Home Equity Loan – Which One Is Better?
Home equity loans and home equity lines of credit (HELOCs) are loans secured by a borrower’s home. However, they differ from each other in some important ways. Let’s take a look at their similarities and differences so that you can determine which one is better for you. An Explanation of Each HELOC A HELOC is...
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Youth Month 2023
April is National Credit Union Youth Month, a time where we focus on teaching our youngest members all about the credit union difference. Financial education starts at home, and your Credit Union is here to help families educate children about money, saving, and making smart financial decisions. Throughout the month of April, watch the Freedom...
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2023 Scholarship Applications Are Now Being Accepted
We believe strongly in giving back to the members we serve and improving the communities in which we live and work. Our scholarships were established to honor our long-standing tradition of serving educational institutions and to provide funds for members to use in furthering their education. We will award a $2,000 scholarship to three qualified...
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Consolidating Debt with Personal Loans
Millions of Americans find themselves trapped in a cycle of mounting debt. What starts off as a few hundred dollars can quickly balloon into thousands as compounding interest rates ruthlessly stack up month after month. As financial strain intensifies, many feel overwhelmed and uncertain about how to break free from this downward spiral. Debt consolidation...
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Financial Health And Wellness Are Within Reach
At your Credit Union, we care about your financial health. That’s why we’ve partnered with trusted national non-profit GreenPath Financial Wellness to provide you with individualized counseling, guidance, and educational resources, including: Free Financial Counseling– You have access to free, one-on-one financial counseling, and debt counseling delivered by caring, certified experts. They’ll help...
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Online Password Protection
As new technology constantly emerges, your Credit Union is dedicated to providing the digital services that make your banking quick, convenient, and easy. We are also committed to providing education and information to keep members protected from fraudsters. We will never ask you to share your personal information by email or text messaging. Please do...
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Avoid These 2024 Tax & IRS Scams & Fraud Schemes
Tax season is here, and with it comes an increase in activity by all kinds of thieves, conmen, and fraudsters—all looking to take advantage of taxpayers scrambling to complete their federal income tax returns. These folks are all experts at taking advantage of the anxiety that often surrounds completing a tax return and complying with...
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What Are the 5 Factors That Affect a Credit Score?
Your credit score is a three-digit number that acts as a snapshot of your financial responsibility. It greatly impacts your ability to secure loans, get favorable interest rates, and even qualify for things like housing or employment. However, it can often feel confusing and downright frustrating when it comes to figuring out how to calculate...
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