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How to get the most out of Black Friday
Black Friday is one of the biggest shopping days of the year, and an ideal time to score deals on items on your shopping list. But this year, product shortages and longer delivery times are likely to create some hurdles. Shoppers may experience problems getting all the items on their list, especially if you wait to make your...
6 College Saving Plans for Future Ohio Grads
The rising cost of college is a perennial concern for high school grads and their families. For Ohio residents looking to attend The Ohio State University, tuition and other costs have risen to more than $27,000 per year — or well over $100,000 for a four-year degree. The costs at local private schools or many public and...
October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month
October is national Cybersecurity Awareness Month. In our ultra-connected world, it seems like cybercriminals and malicious links creep around every corner. News stories of ransomware attacks and data breaches costing millions of dollars fly past our news and social media feeds almost constantly.
How to make a budget for holiday spending
The holidays are right around the corner, and while its’s a joyous time filled with family and friends, the holidays can also be expensive. Gifts, traveling and entertaining can certainly take a toll on your wallet.
Debt Consolidation vs. Bankruptcy: What’s the Difference?
If you’ve racked up debt you’re now struggling to pay, it’s easy to feel like you don’t have good options to restore your financial stability and dig yourself out of this hole. Whether it’s medical debt, consumer debt or a mix of different kinds of debt you’re unable to pay, it’s important to remember that even when your...
Should I Get My Car Loan Through a Credit Union or a Bank?
If you’re planning on buying a vehicle soon, you’re likely going to be seeking financing for that purchase. Eighty-five percent of all new car purchases in the United States, and 53% of all used car purchases, rely on some amount of financing to close the deal. Financing can affect how much you end up paying for your...
Car Buying Options: Should You Buy New or Used?
Most consumers view a vehicle purchase as a mix of meeting transportation needs while indulging in certain conveniences and fun features of whatever vehicle they purchase. Even though a car purchase is typically a necessity, it’s hard not to have your purchase influenced by your emotional impulses. As you start your search...
7 Tips for Building Net Worth Over Time
If you’re serious about building financial stability and long-term security, then you’re probably looking for ways to grow your net worth. While a steady income is the root of all financial security, your net worth also reflects your ability to achieve long-term financial goals and overcome unforeseen financial obstacles....
7 Financial Lessons to Teach Your Kids
Parents have a lot of aspirations when choosing what lessons and skills they plan to teach their children. But if money management and other financial lessons aren’t near the top of that list, they should be. Although children are too young to earn an income and pay their bills, childhood is a time when many financial...
Tips to make your passwords more secure
7 17 Credit Union is committed to providing our members with the safest online and mobile banking experience that we can by implementing the most sophisticated security technology. But we can’t do it alone. We want you, our members, to be aware of the measures you can take to safeguard your information. While we’ve compiled a...
Mortgage Options: What to Consider Before Applying
Ready to hit the housing market and find your new home? The formal process starts with applying for a mortgage, getting prequalified, locking in a rate and hitting the market in search of a home that fits within your budget. Before you fill out that application, though, you’ll want to take care of some important housekeeping...
7 17 Credit Union Scholarship Applications Now Available!
As a community-minded financial institution, 7 17 Credit Union provides services and products that make a difference for our members and the communities we serve. Our products and services cover a broad range of needs, including checking, loans and for a lucky few, scholarships to offset the cost of higher education or trade...