Why you should start saving now

Putting 10% of each paycheck into a separate savings account each month will get you one step closer to your financial goals.
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Starting Out Financially
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Phishing with friends

Knowledge is power! Keep yourself and your personal information safe by using these tips, and share with your friends to spread the awareness.
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Privacy & Security
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Buying a home? Here's how to prepare

Tips for staying on track and thrive in a fast-moving real estate market. Find out more about the mortgage process timeline.
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Owning a Home
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Your loan-to-value ratio guide

What is a loan-to-value ratio? A loan-to-value (LTV) ratio is an expression of the amount of your loan as a total percentage of the value of the purchased asset. Check out our handy infographic in this article.
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Personal
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Getting out of the credit catch-22

Building credit is something that takes a while and is best done with intention. “Getting a first credit card is usually not too difficult, but after that a good credit history is built through responsible borrowing a
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Managing Debt & Credit
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5 benefits of refinancing your mortgage

When interest rates drop or your credit’s improved, there are smart money moves to consider like refinancing your mortgage. Here are five reasons to consider refinancing your home loan.
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Owning a Home
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Private student loans: the good and the bad

One of a parent’s proudest and most exciting milestones occurs when a child receives that cherished acceptance letter to college. But it also can be a stressful occasion, particularly if you learn that available scholarships and financial aid won’t
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Managing Debt & Credit
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Secure by design

How Does Your Home Look to a Thief? With a little investment you can keep your home a safe haven for you and your family.
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Privacy & Security
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Make this school year the best yet for local kids

If you’ve bought supplies for your kids in the last few years, you know it isn’t a cheap endeavor. Sometimes a list of school supplies can come in around $100 or more. For many families that cost is prohibitive. But you can help!
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Community
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Home equity line of credit or refinance?

With so many variables to consider, OCCU encourages you to talk with a Mortgage Loan Officer and let them know what you are hoping to do. OCCU will do its best to find the solution that meets your needs.
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Owning a Home