28OCCU will award fifty (50) $100 Ignite Savings deposits to eligible members who open an Ignite Savings account from June 19, 2023, to July 31, 2023. Ignite Savings $100 Giveaway promo eligibility for automatic entry is based on the following requirements: (1) Must be 18 or older (2) Ignite Savings account was opened in branch or online (3) Cannot have had an Ignite Savings account in the 12 months immediately proceeding the promotion period (4) Account must have a minimum account balance of $100 on July 31, 2023.

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How to earn more interest on your business banking accounts

Ready to grow the value and capacity of your business? Find out how to take advantage of interest earnings available to you with high-yield savings account options.
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Starting a Business
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New retirement contribution limits for 2023

The new year is a special time. New beginnings. New possibilities. New retirement contribution limits. Find out more about the upcoming changes in 2023 and how they can support your financial future.
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Retirement Planning
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Your path forward starts with us | A letter from our President & CEO

As your financial partner, OCCU is invested in helping you create a more enriched financial future. Thank you for being a member of OCCU.
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Community
Credit Unions vs. Banks
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OCCU Foundation’s impact in 2022

At the OCCU Foundation, we see ourselves as your foundation. We exist and thrive because of our members and donors. Find out about the impact we made together this past year for our Pacific Northwest communities.
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Community

27Lock and Shop agreement is not a loan approval or loan preapproval; borrower must qualify and be preapproved for loan; loan must close and fund no later than lock expiration date to receive the rate shown in the Lock and Shop agreement; rate lock not available on all OCCU loan programs; Lock and Shop rate and points are subject to change based on certain loan factors including, but not limited to, the loan amount, property value, credit qualifications, occupancy and property type.

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What’s prime rate and how does it affect me?

If you see a difference in your monthly payments – you’re not alone. Chances are, it may be time to make some adjustments to your money plans. Learn more about prime rate, how it affects interest rates, and why it matters for your financial wellness.
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Basic Finances
Managing Debt & Credit
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High yield savings account 101: How can it help me?

Are your savings stashed in a coffee can? Give your money a raise by putting it into a high-yield savings account. Yes, earning more money is that simple! Let’s get your money moving at max efficiency.
Topics:
Budgeting & Saving
Starting Out Financially