10 unexpected costs when buying a home

Before you close, make sure your budget accounts for both your home and these additional homebuyer costs.
Topics:
Owning a Home

Identity theft? Here's what to do

Recovering from identity theft takes time, but with preparation, determination and grit you can eventually clear your name and repair the damage to your credit
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Privacy & Security

Time saving tips to beat the mortgage clock

Time is money when you're applying for a home loan. Here's how to use your time wisely and avoid unnecessary delays. Learn more about eight steps that will help you beat the mortgage timeline clock or visit our Home Buying 101 Center to get started
Topics:
Owning a Home

Build credit while staying (mostly) debt free

Despite what the Great Recession may have taught you, credit is a pretty useful tool.
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Starting Out Financially

What it means to bank with a not-for-profit credit union

In today’s marketplace, it often seems like the world is divided into commodities and the people who consume them. We think businesses can do better.
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Credit Unions vs. Banks

New year, new community: 5 ways to help

It’s hard to think of any activities that add more value to your life—not to mention your community—than volunteering.
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Community

Changes in Washington may affect retirement planning

When an election produces big change, it’s safe to assume the ripple effect will be far reaching. Learn about how political changes could affect your retirement.
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Retirement Planning

Here’s your holiday shopping recovery plan

These simple steps can help you recover from this year’s shopping spree and start planning for a debt-free 2017.
Topics:
Managing Debt & Credit

Thinking about homeownership? Read our best of 2016 mortgage tips.

As the housing market continues to rebound, it’s an exciting time to buy a home. Learn our top tips and best practices for navigating the mortgage and home ownership process.
Topics:
Owning a Home

New year’s resolution: fight homelessness

It’s a terrible time of year to be homeless. Will you join us in doing what we can to give some of our neighbors a fresh start under a new roof?
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Community