If you’re a homeowner who has heard the phrase ‘home equity’ but only kinda sorta knows how it works, you’re not alone … and you’re likely not capitalizing on your home’s potential. Equity is powerful — it can help you fund your next major milestone, consolidate debt, and sidestep financial emergencies. But only if you […]
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It might seem like the new year is all about new goals and new looks. But January 1st isn’t just about hitting unbelievably busy gyms, jumpstarting better finances, or disavowing leftover holiday treats. On a deeper level, the new year symbolizes evolution – embracing the changes that need to be made, yes, and honoring the […]
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A year after ICCU first opened its doors in 1940, we had just one branch, 22 members and $298.93 in assets. Hard to believe, we know. Back then, our membership included only employees of other credit unions since, at the time, they weren’t allowed to bank at the credit union where they worked. Now, 85 […]
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When it comes to student loans it can be a large task to figure out what is right for you. Applying for college is stressful enough, so we have put together an overview of the student loans out there and how to stay on top of them.
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ICCU is excited to announce the opening of our 59th branch, located in the growing suburb of Airway Heights, just minutes from Spokane, Washington. This new branch, located at 10305 W US 2 Highway, is designed to provide members with world-class service, while showcasing our commitment to sustainability and community engagement. Spanning 5,639 square feet, […]
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Learning the ins and outs of Medicare can feel a lot like learning a foreign language. It might seem like complicated gibberish at first, but as you immerse yourself in its complexities, over time you’ll reap the rewards. The problem, unfortunately, is just that: time. Many of us barely have time to manage our daily […]
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Every October, the Social Security Administration (SSA) adjusts to Social Security programs to keep pace with inflation. These adjustments then go into effect the following January. The most significant of these annual changes are typically the Cost-of-Living-Adjustments (COLA), the annual tax caps and earning limit increases. This article is intended as general education information only […]
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As a business owner, you can do it all … but you probably shouldn’t. When your business expands, so do your business needs, and they only get more complicated as time passes. Whether you’re paying your team or getting paid by hard-won customers, you want a strategy that takes you all the way — one […]
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At this point, internet safety can feel like the world’s flashiest unicorn — alluring but obvious make-believe. How do we stay safe when the threat is everywhere? It’s not like most of us can disavow our phones or the internet and just move on with our lives. So how do we protect ourselves? The first […]
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We all like money, and we all like freedom … so why are so few Americans financially free? Only 1 in 10 Americans are living their definition of financial freedom, according to a 2023 study, and for most, freedom simply means making ends meet without major stress or debt. That’s a problem we can fix. […]
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