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A Career Focused on Culture and Values

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CEO Benson Porter reflects on his career as he prepares for retirement.

Barriers to Indigenous Wealth

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Learn how access to financial health has been limited for Native people throughout U.S. history.

How Credit Debt Could Affect Your Mortgage

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Find out if credit card debt affects whether you qualify for a home loan.

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Grocery Inflation: Items That Cost More

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Learn which grocery prices have increased and get money-saving tips.

New Baby Budget: Costs for the First Year

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Prepare for costs in the first year of your baby's life.

5 Upgrades To Increase Home Value in 2022

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How to make the most of your home improvement dollars.

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How To Pay Off Credit Card Debt

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Get tips for paying off debt and saving for the future.

How To Budget for Inflation

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Get tips on how to adapt your budget as prices rise.

Buying Your Leased Car Could Save You Money Now

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With inventory problems driving up auto prices, buying your vehicle as it comes off lease could result in a windfall.

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How Remote Work Changed Working With a Disability

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Employees talk about how remote work has helped them take care of their needs.

Feeding People for Social Change

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Roxana Pardo Garcia created a Latinx food bank to support her community.

Edgar Villanueva on Closing the Racial Wealth Gap

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The author of “Decolonizing Wealth” works for equity and community healing.

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Password Phishing: How To Avoid Scams

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Protect your personal and financial information from online attacks.

Protect Your Child From Identity Theft

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Learn the warning signs and take steps to protect your kids.

How To Wipe Your Data From Computers and Phones

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Remove data before getting rid of unwanted digital devices.

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Using Our Strength To Deliver on Our Purpose

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BECU rose to the pandemic's challenges to support evolving member needs.

Update on BECU's Journey Towards a More Inclusive Cooperative

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CEO Benson Porter shares the credit union’s progress and what’s ahead.

We are Listening, Learning and Taking Action

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Driven by our values, we are taking meaningful action.