New Year's Savings Tips to Save You Money in 2020
Make the New Year a chance to start fresh and set a goal to make a few positive changes to your money habits. Read how to set a practical and eff...
January 16th, 2020
11:41 am by CCCU
Make the New Year a chance to start fresh and set a goal to make a few positive changes to your money habits. Read how to set a practical and eff...
January 10th, 2020
8:48 am by CCCU
The Benefits of Opening a Holiday Savings Account at a Portland Credit Union
A holiday savings account–or Christmas Club account–lets you save money and releases it at the start of the holida...
January 9th, 2020
9:07 am by CCCU
Credit Card Education: Credit Card Terms You Need to Know
What’s APR and what’s a grace period? Whether you’re a seasoned card holder or applying for the first time, it’s important to kno...
January 6th, 2020
8:57 am by CCCU
Credit Card Education: The Benefits of Using a Credit Card from a Portland Credit Union
Getting a credit card from a credit union like CCCU means lower APRs, better access to rewards that earn yo...
January 3rd, 2020
8:53 am by CCCU
Credit Card Education: What is a Good APR on a Credit Card?
What is a good APR on a credit card? What does APR mean? Consolidated Community Credit Union answers common questions around Annual Per...
December 20th, 2019
8:54 am by CCCU
NCUA is reporting fraudsters impersonating credit union employees in calls to members.
There have been several instances of fraudsters reaching out to members from a phone number that appears to...
December 18th, 2019
8:43 am by CCCU
How to Save for the Holidays the Right Way in PDX
Our Portland credit union is here to guide you through the process of saving money for the holidays. Here are 5 easy tips to help you manage, sav...
December 10th, 2019
8:30 am by CCCU
6 Strategies Oregonians Should Take to Rebuild Their Credit
Rebuilding your credit doesn’t have to be daunting. Learn how Consolidated Community Credit Union is helping its Portland, Oregon mem...
December 4th, 2019
10:43 am by CCCU
What is the Difference Between a Fixed-rate and an Adjustable-rate Mortgage?
Consolidated Community Credit Union is here to guide you through the differences between an Adjustable Rate Mortgage (...
November 1st, 2019
10:02 am by CCCU
Questions to ask yourself before making a big purchase
Making big purchases and investing in your future become a part of life. At some point, you’ll need to decide what, when, and how to buy...
October 31st, 2019
11:33 am by CCCU
Security Deposit Loan:
Removing Financial Barriers for Workforce Housing
We'll help you cover the deposit and get your foot in the door!
In partnership with the Northwest Credit Union...
October 28th, 2019
9:49 am by CCCU
We’re Ready to Help Open Your Child's First Checking Account
Is your child ready to open up their first bank account? Here’s everything you need to know about starting a new checking account at...
October 16th, 2019
8:21 am by CCCU
Consolidate or refinance your student loans: What's right for you?
The most common student loan repayment options are consolidating and refinancing your loans. So, what’s the difference between...
October 1st, 2019
8:15 am by CCCU
How to start paying off student loans after graduation
Looking for information on how you can start paying off your student loans after graduation? Here are the inside tips on when you need to ma...
August 19th, 2019
8:04 am by CCCU
How to Get the Best Price on a Car Without Haggling at the Dealership
If you’ve purchased a car before, the thought of going through the process again might make you want to start riding a bik...
August 8th, 2019
2:09 pm by CCCU
Credit Card Facts to Help Manage Your Credit Score
Paying off your credit card monthly will increase your credit score and build trust with your lenders. CCCU is here to make managing your credit...
August 7th, 2019
9:37 am by CCCU
Is a Cash-Out Refinance Right for Me?
How does a cash-out refinance work? Simply put: a cash-out refinance is a method of refinancing your mortgage while borrowing money if you have equity on y...
July 16th, 2019
9:31 am by CCCU
What you need to know about Portland real estate in 2019
Consolidated Community Credit Union is here to provide helpful information around Portland, Oregon’s 2019 buying and selling season. Lea...
July 11th, 2019
9:16 am by CCCU
Renting vs. buying a home in Portland, Oregon
Should you rent or buy a home in Portland, Oregon? Whether you’re just moving to the City of Roses or are a PDX native, you might be wondering if b...
June 24th, 2019
2:30 pm by CCCU
5 Steps for getting a mortgage pre-approval in Oregon
If you’re new to residential real estate, you might be wondering about the mortgage pre-approval process in Oregon. Take these steps to get...