Is a rewards card right for you?

Learn the benefits and drawbacks of a rewards credit card before applying for one.
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Starting Out Financially

Alarm systems protect your budget—and your holidays

Whether you go for all the bells and whistles or stick to a basic alarm system, having a home security system will make you far less likely to fall prey to a holiday burglary.
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Privacy & Security

Your friendly guide to gift giving when you’re on a budget

You don’t have to break the bank or sell off a prized belonging to give a thoughtful gift this season.
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Starting Out Financially

What to do with an extra $100

So let’s say you come across a small financial windfall during the holidays. What’s the smartest thing to do with it?
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Starting Out Financially

Get to know your savings options

Savings accounts are also handy when you’re saving for a specific short-term goal, like property taxes or a big trip. Our Ignite Savings account is a high-yield account that lets you build up your savings with a competitive interest rate. Already
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Budgeting & Saving

Got some home equity?

If you have some home equity to spare, putting it to work can be a smart financial move—as long as you spend it wisely.
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Owning a Home

Naughty or nice?

Practice good credit card habits for the holiday season
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Managing Debt & Credit

Stay in touch – update your information

Without your current physical and mailing addresses, OCCU cannot send you new credit or debit cards, tax documents, statements or dormant account notifications. Likewise, if your email address or phone number is out of date, we won’t be able to send
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Personal
Basic Finances
Privacy & Security

Christmas in October?

It’s not too late to get a head start on holiday savings
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Budgeting & Saving

Is a balance transfer right for me?  

If you’re looking to improve your credit score, a balance transfer can help by increasing your available credit — as long as you don’t close your old card or max it out again with new charges.
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Managing Debt & Credit