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How To Pay Off Holiday Debt

How to pay off credit cards and save for the holidays in 2022.

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RV Supplies Increasing, but Prices Still High

What to expect — and what to consider — if you’re shopping for an RV.
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Holiday Giving: How To Maximize Your Donation

Tips for making the most of your donation dollars and time.
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Think You’re Getting a Deal? 10 Tricks Sellers Use

Learn the sales tricks that make you think you’re getting a bargain.

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Think You’re Getting a Deal? 10 Tricks Sellers Use

Learn the sales tricks that make you think you’re getting a bargain.
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2021 Holiday Shopping Scams: What To Watch Out For

Learn about the latest online holiday shopping scams so you can avoid them.
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Holiday Giving: How To Maximize Your Donation

Tips for making the most of your donation dollars and time.

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Barriers to Indigenous Wealth

How access to financial health has been limited for Native Americans.
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Password Phishing Scams: How To Avoid Them

Protect your personal and financial information from online attacks.
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Home Improvements That Increase Value in 2021

How to make the most of your home improvement dollars.

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Pros and Cons of ‘Buy Now, Pay Later’ for Travel

Find out if putting off payment for your upcoming trip is right for you.
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Plan To Manage Your Finances as a New College Grad

Learn how to navigate your financial life after college.
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Is DIY Home Improvement Right for You?

Save time and money and increase your home value by doing your homework.

COVID-19

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Achieve Your Budgeting Goals During the Pandemic

Learn budgeting tips that can help even during tough times.
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Watch out for COVID-19 Scams

Fraudsters see opportunities in a crisis. Take steps to protect yourself.
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End of Rental Eviction Ban: Where To Get Help

Find help through government and nonprofit programs.

Security

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The Emerging Threat of AI in Cyber Scams

How scammers are using AI to fool you into giving away sensitive data.
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Mortgage Scams Are Real in 2021: How To Avoid Them

Protect yourself from mortgage fraud, foreclosure scams and wire fraud.
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How To Wipe Your Data From Computers and Phones

Remove data before getting rid of unwanted digital devices.

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Member Spotlight - Meet Kayleigh and Colton

Meet Kayleigh and Colton - They Are Saving For A Wedding

They both have been members their entire lives.

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Be Part of the More Than Just Money Campaign

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More Than Just Money Grows Up

Starting this month, be on the lookout for our new More Than Just Money campaign. We’re celebrating you, our members, and our shared values.

BECU Expert Q & A

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BECU VP’s Work for Equity Informed by Her Latinx Culture

Working to achieve equity for oppressed people.
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Buy or Refi? Low Mortgage Rates Boost Buying Power

Read expert tips about what low rates could mean for you.
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BECU SVP: Value Differences To Open Doors

Bryan Lee MacDonald says real connections pave the way to equity.

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BECU CEO Finds Hope in the Challenges of 2020

Benson Porter reflects on the events of the year and looks forward to 2021.
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Update on BECU's Journey Towards a More Inclusive Cooperative

CEO Benson Porter shares the credit union’s progress and what’s ahead.
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We are Listening, Learning and Taking Action

Driven by our values, we are taking meaningful action.