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Reach Your 52-Week Money Challenge Goal with these 5 Ways to Make Extra Cash

By now you’ve probably heard all about the popular 52-Week Money Challenge that has everyone motivated to stash their ...
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How Does Inflation Affect Budgeting & Savings

Inflation means the average cost of goods and services is on the rise. While a steady increase is to be expected, the ...
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How Financially Literate Are You?

"Financial literacy" is a term that's thrown around a lot. But what does it mean exactly and how do you stack up? Our ...
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4 Worst Ways To Borrow Money

Borrowing money is often a fact of life. Whether it's to enter the real estate market, attend school, or launch a ...
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Should I rent or buy a house in Portland, Oregon?

Whether you’re just moving to the City of Roses or are a PDX native, you might be wondering if buying a house in ...
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5 Best Ways To Borrow Money

No matter your income, wealth, job, or socioeconomic status, most adults will borrow money at one time or another. ...
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Should You Pay Off Your Mortgage Before You Retire?

For lots of new homeowners and prospective buyers, the mortgage pay-off date is so far away that it hardly seems real. ...
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What You Need to Know About Investing Apps

If you’re like many millennials, you might be thinking you’ll never really retire. In a recent survey, over 60% said ...
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Should you pay off your credit card every month?

Paying off your credit card monthly will increase your credit score and build trust with your lenders. CCCU is here to ...
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