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
Maybe you’re finally ready to begin that passion project you’ve been dreaming about. Maybe you need some fast funds to cover an emergency. Or maybe you just want to feel a little more prepared for whatever comes next. The past year has brought some
The ongoing impacts of the Oregon wildfires and the smoke that has settled over our state continue to cause challenges in our communities. We are empathetic to those who have been directly affected and want to assure you that OCCU is here support
By Bill Inge, OCCU Board Vice Chair and Nominating Committee Chair I visited a local credit union and applied for my first auto loan when I was 16 years old. Over the years, I had many different credit union accounts and had been very satisfied with
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. Since airlines, some cruise lines and certain hotels are offering refunds for canceled
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
Paying for college is complicated. Today’s students often draw upon multiple sources of funding, from scholarships to loans to federal financial aid. Since the funding options you choose now can impact your financial future for years to come, it’s
There’s always something new happening at OCCU. That’s because we’re constantly creating new products and services to give you the best possible member experience. Your financial success is our success. We strive to do everything we can to remove the
We’re living in the age of automation. Vacuums can run themselves, refrigerators can order groceries for us, and soon even our cars won’t need drivers. The more tedious tasks we can automate, the more we free up our time to focus on things that