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## [Features to consider when opening a new checking account](https://blog.717cu.com/resources/education/financial-education-blog/new-account)

- August 22, 2023
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 Opening a new checking account is usually easy. However, choosing the right financial institution and product for you is another story.

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## [401k vs IRA: What's The Difference?](https://blog.717cu.com/resources/education/financial-education-blog/401k-vs-ira-whats-the-difference)

- August 21, 2023
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 It’s never too early to start thinking about your retirement options and how to save as much as you can for retirement. You have several choices for retirement savings, including a 401(k) and an individual retirement account (IRA).

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## [Building An Emergency Fund During A Recession](https://blog.717cu.com/resources/education/financial-education-blog/building-an-emergency-fund-during-a-recession)

- August 14, 2023
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 Life can unexpectedly send a lot your way. Loss of a job, unexpected medical expenses—you never know what might arise. That’s especially true during a recession when finances are already tight.

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## [How To Plan A Wedding On A Budget](https://blog.717cu.com/resources/education/financial-education-blog/how-to-plan-a-wedding-on-a-budget)

- August 10, 2023
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 Congratulations on your engagement! This is such an exciting time and we’re sure you have plenty of visions about what you want your wedding to look like, who you want to invite, and what your wedding colors will be.

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## [Am I Saving Enough For Retirement?](https://blog.717cu.com/resources/education/financial-education-blog/am-i-saving-enough-for-retirement)

- July 24, 2023
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 We all have retirement dreams—catching up on the to-be-read list, traveling with family, or doing projects around the house. No matter what your retirement dreams are, one thing is certain: You need to make sure you’re saving enough now so you don’t have to worry about money later. But the big question is: Are you doing enough saving for retirement?

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## [7 Tips for Traveling On A Budget](https://blog.717cu.com/resources/education/financial-education-blog/7-tips-for-traveling-on-a-budget)

- June 26, 2023
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 When the weather starts getting nicer, we start dreaming of vacations and exploring new areas. No matter what your vacation plans are, one thing is for sure: We all want to save money.

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## [Should I Consolidate My Credit Card Debt?](https://blog.717cu.com/resources/education/financial-education-blog/should-i-consolidate-my-credit-card-debt)

- June 19, 2023
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 It’s overwhelming to have credit card debt and not know the best way to eliminate it. On top of that, you may feel stressed, anxious, or even ashamed due to your debt.

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## [Auto Loans 101: How It Works, Refinancing, and More](https://blog.717cu.com/resources/education/financial-education-blog/auto-loans-101-how-it-works-refinancing-and-more)

- June 12, 2023
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 If you’re planning to invest in a vehicle soon, you’re likely going to seek financing for your purchase. You’re not alone—in 2022, approximately 82 percent of new car buyers and 40 percent of people who bought a used car sought financing.

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## [Types of Insurance And Why You Need Them](https://blog.717cu.com/resources/education/financial-education-blog/types-of-insurance-and-why-you-need-them)

- June 5, 2023
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 You can’t prevent unexpected events from happening. However, you can make sure you’re as prepared as possible to protect yourself and your family from the worst of any financial hardship you could experience from an unexpected life event.

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## [A Quick Guide to Opening a Business Checking Account](https://blog.717cu.com/resources/education/financial-education-blog/how-to-open-a-business-checking-account-in-4-steps)

- May 29, 2023
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 As soon as you start your business and are ready to accept and spend money, you should open a business checking account. It’s an important step to take because you want to make sure your business and personal accounts are separate. This helps you better determine how much your business is spending and receiving. Let’s take a...

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## [Maximizing Success: The Significance of Business Checking Accounts](https://blog.717cu.com/resources/education/financial-education-blog/business-checking-accounts-why-are-they-important)

- May 22, 2023
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 If you own a business, you may be wondering if it’s worth it to have a separate business checking account. It may seem easier to just use a personal checking account for your business purposes to avoid fees. However, there are certain risks associated with this approach. Let’s explore the ins and outs of this type of checking...

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## [Types of IRAs: Which One Is Best For You](https://blog.717cu.com/resources/education/financial-education-blog/types-of-iras-which-one-is-best-for-you)

- May 15, 2023
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 We all have ideas of what we want our retirement to look like. We have the ideal picture of where we want to be, what we want to do, and what we want to see. But you need to make sure you’re prepared for those things.

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7 17 Credit Union

3181 Larchmont Ave NE Warren, OH 44483

Phone: 800-775-7741

Routing Number: 241282849

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