Some of our neighbors are facing a lean holiday season this year. Between the COVID-19 pandemic and the recent wildfires, many Oregon families have lost stability, their incomes and homes. With two of the season’s biggest shopping days coming up, why
Creating a holiday spending plan can help you relax and enjoy the season of giving, secure in the knowledge that your finances are under control. Using the right tools and a little strategy, you can set a budget – and stick to it – with minimal
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Credit card usage and spending increase during the holiday season. We get it. There are plenty of reasons to use your credit card during the holidays, like building credit, making your purchases more secure and earning rewards points. But here’s one
When you think about the future, what do you envision? A comfortable retirement? Leaving a legacy for your loved ones? Whatever your goals in life, financial planning is all about creating a roadmap to help you get there. Planning your financial
With the holidays just around the corner, now is the perfect time to remember the importance of our community’s small businesses. These are our friends and neighbors, and the revenue they earn generates prosperity within our community. When you spend
In times of rapid change, we all need strong, healthy communities to help us thrive. When everyone invests in the community, from businesses to nonprofits to individuals, it gives back by supporting us through tough times. As a credit union, OCCU is
Fundraising and putting on events during the best of times takes a lot of tenacity. At OCCU we have first-hand knowledge of this, and we have seen our nonprofit partners put their imaginations and passion to work to create engaging galas, auctions
Still bummed about having to cancel your summer vacation? You’re not alone. Nearly half of Americans have had their travel plans disrupted by COVID this summer.
What will the economy do next? When you take out a loan, the interest rate determines how much extra you’ll end up paying. Changes in interest rates can affect more than just your house payment and credit card balances, it can affect everything from