We all want to live in a way that reflects who we are and what we value. One of your greatest powers as a consumer is the ability to make conscious choices about where your money goes and who it benefits. Being a conscious consumer is about so much

Your credit score is an important part of your overall financial picture. It determines how much money you can borrow and how much interest you’ll end up paying. But how well do you understand it? If you’re confused about what your credit score means

Studies have found that folks who use the snowball approach are more likely to pay off their entire debt load than those who use other methods

Our financial assistance has helped families stay afloat and individuals begin their journey toward financial recovery. We've shown up for neighbors in crisis, worked with borrowers to prevent their loans from defaulting, and helped ensure our

At OCCU, we’re driven by a vision—not profits. We’re always finding ways to show we value you as a credit union member. Learn how we’ve taken our fee reduction and removal initiative to the next level to support your financial wellness.

The day I got my first financial aid check, I couldn’t believe how much money they were handing me. That was before I realized the funds would have to cover all my expenses for the whole term. If I didn’t want to run out of money before midterms, I’d

By Beverly Anderson, OCCU Board Member and Nominating and Development Committee Chair When I moved to Oregon in 1975, I joined U-Lane-O Credit Union. About six months later, my husband left me. I had a two-year-old child, no car, no income and no

A lot can change in five to eight years. Making money moves can keep you rolling along your financial journey. Here are three reasons to find out if it’s time to refinance your auto loan.

You don’t have to be a mortgage expert to get a home loan, but there are some things you should know first. While there’s plenty of information online to assist you in your research, sometimes it helps to have someone who can cut through the noise

We’ve all had to be flexible — and so have our budgets. After more than a year of trying to find our financial footing on shifting sands. Now that the kids are headed back to school and movement is happening, this is the ideal time to revisit your